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Perspective The art of drawing solid objects on a 2D surface to give the right impression of height, depth, width, and position with regard to the other objects around it. A particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; point of view In a Sunday School lesson I was studying, the writer observed that the topic could be viewed through two lenses. If we think about it, most topics have at least two views, or perspectives. ​ As an artist, I teach perspective drawing. I have students...

This year, we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States of America and the signing of the Declaration of Independence. "Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.” Unalienable rights are written in the U.S. Declaration of Independence, and they are inherent freedoms every citizen possesses. Liberty is defined by Merriam-Webster as “the quality or state of being free: the power to do as one pleases”. The Bible tells us in Galatians 5:13 that we are called to liberty. But...

The song “Cat’s in the Cradle” has been used over the years as an anthem of overworking. Of being so consumed by our work that we miss out on life. The line I’m writing about today is the young son’s reply to his father’s business: “I’m gonna be like you, Dad, you know I’m gonna be like you.” ​ Hopefully, we got the message and learned to slow down and look at what’s important. In John 5:19-21, Jesus gives us an accurate picture of what a father-son relationship should look like. “Jesus...