Have you ever created a
Vision Board? You’ve probably seen one on Oprah before…it’s a collage of
images carefully selected to represent the things, people, experiences
and feelings you want to attract or create in your life. The idea is
that the Vision Board serves as a visual reminder of our dreams and
goals and helps us turn those thoughts into reality. Even the process of
creating a Vision Board enables us to consciously dedicate our
attention to the kind of life we want to live.
Several years ago, I
began making Spiritual Vision Boards – colorful collages or art boards
that center around a scripture quote or life verse. The process is
somewhat of a spiritual retreat for me, and the outcome is a daily
reminder of my commitment to living my faith.
Here’s how to make one of your own:
Step 1: Select a
scripture quote. Any Bible verse that seems to be calling your name.
Don’t overthink this part. You can make it easy and choose my verse if
you want!
Step 2: Gather your
supplies: a poster board or art journal; paint, markers or colored
pencils; magazines, stickers or colorful paper; glue stick, rubber
cement or craft paste; any images or phrases that inspire you. Some
great resources are greeting cards, Christian magazines such as P31
Woman and materials from Bible studies you’ve attended.
Step 3: Set the tone.
Play some inspirational Christian music. Light a candle or use your
favorite essential oil for aromatherapy. Be sure you have an hour of
time where you will be uninterrupted so you can fully immerse yourself
in the creative process and use the time to reflect on God’s message.
Step 4: Create! Start
wherever you feel most comfortable – you may want to paint or sketch an
image on your poster board or journal paper. Or you may prefer to flip
through the magazines and tear out images and words that resonate with
you and arrange them on the board. Just cover your paper, overlapping
images and adding decorative items like ribbon or stickers. Be sure to
add your life verse somewhere on the board!
Step 5: Reflect. Find a
place to hang your Spiritual Vision Board where you will see it daily.
Take 10 minutes a day to reflect on the images and say a prayer. My
Spiritual Vision Board serves as a daily reminder of my life verse. It
invites me to devote my attention to the verse every day and it conjures
up memories of the nourishing and rejuvenating retreat I attended.
This is the perfect
activity for a girls’ weekend, solo retreat or even a snow day with the
kids. Do you have a life verse? Share it with me here (no pressure!).
Today's Blog Post By: Theresa Ceniccola is
The Christian Mompreneur—a mentor to moms who are running a business
that supports faith and family. As president and founder of the
International Christian Mompreneur Network, she empowers entrepreneurial
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Great directions
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