"Lazy people want much but get little, but those who work hard will prosper." - Proverbs 13:4

I often have people introduce me to others as 'an awesome artist' or some such thing, but the truth is that I haven't made much artwork in the last few years.  I want much to have that reputation, but I haven't been making work in any way that deserves it.  Well, today I'm finalizing 4 new substantial pieces to hang in Quill's coffee shop.  The work might not be awesome, but it's satisfying.

I tell myself that I haven't been lazy about artmaking.  There are always a million excuses - it's expensive, family comes first, and my job is demanding.  Well, under the pressure of a deadline, I'm getting something done and it feels good.  Of course artmaking is real work, but it's not the kind of work that will make you prosper financially if you are just diligent enough.  But today there has been some prospering going on in my soul.  I've been finding a way of making work that's restful and rest that is working.

After studying what Proverbs has to say about work and wealth the last couple weeks, we're now turning to what Proverbs has to say about friendship.  Join us this Sunday for a worship service as we discuss friendship through the wisdom of Proverbs.