Formula For Creativity

In part 1, we talked about the 4 Conditions For Creativity. Anyone can incorporate these four conditions into their life or work. But as for pastors and ministry leaders, we can think of church idea planning and ministry creativity using the following formula:

Inspiration + Creativity + Anointing = Interest = Impact

Ideas are inspired by God; creativity adds relevance; the anointing brings significance. These 3 added together equal high interest which equals the greatest potential impact on the lives of the people you serve.

Like many churches, we must be creative within the realm of our resources. That's both people and money. We don't have a Media or Creative department just waiting to transform our Sunday services into a stunning visual arts production. Nor do we have unlimited finances. That's okay. But God doesn't want us to sit around being creatively lazy either.

Lack of creativity in whatever area you are involved = BORING. Do you teach a boring class (always the same format)? Do you have a boring small group (never anything different, not even the food)? Are you a boring ministry volunteer (that same disposition every Sunday)? Are you a boring parent (the same daily routine)? Are you a boring friend (never an encouraging word)? Are you a boring worshipper (never bringing anything fresh or costly to God)? I Chron. 21:24

Do something different.

Ask God to inspire your thoughts and then ask Him to anoint your plan for creating change.

Get involved in something.

Quit sitting around complaining and waiting for other people to change things.

Get creative!