Mar 19, 20237 min readThe Michelangelo PrincipleWhat can the story behind Michelangelo's sculpture of David teach us about creativity and life? A great deal. The idea is simple: constraint
Feb 3, 20233 min readLincoln at Sea What did Lincoln believe about God? Did he believe in the God of the Bible or a god who was distant and disinterested, as some might attest?
Jan 22, 20232 min readThe Horse and Gavel: A Charge and Reminder On my desk, a horse and gavel sits. Together, they are a charge and reminder for Kingdom work.
Nov 7, 20226 min readUnqualified, Insufficient, and in Good CompanyFor as long as I can remember, I’ve been drawn to writing–whether it’s in a journal or for the stage. I see it as part of my calling to...
Feb 24, 20221 min readHamlet and the Echoes of GodIn this episode, Dane dives into "Hamlet" to find the ways that God and his Story echo throughout the work.
Feb 21, 20222 min readFire for February Words of encouragement for the challenging month of February.
Jan 11, 20224 min readRest and the Creative DriveIn 1 Chronicles, God ordains that Solomon will build the Temple, calling him A Man of Rest. How do rest and creativity connect?
Jul 22, 20216 min readBezalel and the Beauty of God’s TempleGod considers beauty to be an integral part of our relationship with him. The artist is no mere hobbyist but a tool in the hand of God.
Jul 13, 20216 min readThe Three-Fold Task for Christians in the Arts Creativity in the Kingdom of God has a three-fold task: to delight, to discern, and to deliver.
Feb 2, 20215 min readThe Imprisoned Imagination: A Reflection on John Bunyan’s Soaring CreativityI would like to offer some reflections on John Bunyan, particularly on who he was and what led to his timeless creative work.