Welcome to Episode 2 of the Saved You a Seat Podcast! In today’s conversation, we’re exploring what it means to be made in the image of a creative God, and how that truth shapes the way we see our work, our worth, and our everyday lives. Whether you’re a painter, parent, podcaster, or planner, this episode will remind you that creativity isn't extra– it’s essential.
Hosted by Joni Rosebrock, this conversation brings together four women with different creative callings to talk about the beauty and the tension of creating in the middle of real life. You’ll hear honest stories, a few laughs, and a lot of grace.
What We Talked About:
- What it really means to be made in the image of God, and how creativity is part of that design
- Why creative work can feel insignificant or selfish, and how to shift that mindset
- The everyday distractions and pressures that make creating hard, and how we carve out sacred space anyway
- Recognizing creativity in the small, often-overlooked parts of life
- Encouragement for the woman who feels unqualified or unsure whether her creativity matters
Practical Encouragement: “What if your creativity isn’t something extra but essential to how God made you to reflect His goodness in the world?”
Meet the Voices Around the Table: 🎙️ Joni Rosebrock – Host of WRAP Yourself in the Word and devotional writer 🎙️ Carre Burge – Writer and creative mentor 🎙️ ChanMi Lee – Artist and creative director 🎙️ Lindsay May – Publisher at The Truly Co. and host of The Truly Co. Podcast
Connect with Us: ✨ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts ✨ Follow us on Instagram: @SavedYouASeatCreative ✨ Connect with our hosts: Joni Rosebrock Carre Phillips Chan Mi Lindsay May
🎧 Special Thanks: This episode was produced by and made possible through the support of Wildfire Creative, helping creators bring their message to life.
Key Takeaways with Timestamps
03:36 – 04:33 Being Made in God’s Image Is a Big Deal 05:47 – 06:53 Creativity Isn’t Optional—It’s Part of Who We Are 06:53 – 07:57 The Church Often Overlooks God the Creator 10:14 – 11:46 It’s Normal to Doubt Your Gifts, But That Doesn’t Make Them Less Valuable 15:22 – 17:55 You Don’t Need Hours to Be Creative—Look for the Small Moments 19:24 – 21:35 Storytelling Is Sacred—and It’s Always Been That Way 30:15 – 34:03 Creativity Shows Up in Surprising Places 36:00 – 37:06 If God Called You to Create, Ignoring It Might Be Disobedience 39:26 – 40:37 Sometimes God Just Wants to Meet You in the Process
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Mark your calendar—our next episode drops Wednesday, July 17. We’ve saved you a seat, and you’re not going to want to miss this one.