Most people catch their presuppositions from their family and surrounding society the way a child catches measles.
Francis SchaefferRead
Christian art is the expression of the whole life of the whole person as a Christian. What a Christian portrays in his art is the totality of life. Art is not to be solely a vehicle for some sort of self-conscious evangelism.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Christian art reflects the entirety of a Christian's life, encompassing all aspects rather than just serving a religious agenda.
In this quote, Francis Schaeffer emphasizes that Christian art should embody the full experience and expression of a Christian's life, not merely act as a tool for proselytizing. He suggests that true art from a Christian perspective reflects all dimensions of life, integrating faith with everyday experiences, emotions, and creativity, showcasing the holistic nature of existence as informed by one's beliefs.
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ChristianArtExpressionLifeCreativity
In practice
Example use cases
In a sermon discussing the role of art in faith, one might quote this to highlight the importance of expressing one's full self in creative endeavors.
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There are two main reasons why we may not be bringing forth the fruit we should. It may be because of ignorance, because we may never have been taught the meaning of the work of Christ for our present lives.
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