Has the arts industry...or even ministry.... become an obstacle to your love of art? Many creatives both inside and outside the church have been struggling to find the balance between making a living and being free to explore their creative passions. To help you find the sweet spot between productivity and creative magic, we're talking today with Rich Kirkpatrick - author, coach and speaker on the topics of creativity, faith and leadership. His latest book is MINDBLOWN: Unlock Your Creative Genius by Bridging Science and Magic, and he is also the author of "The Six Hats of the Worship Leader." As a creative mentor, musician, songwriter and recording artist, he has an empathetic understanding of the challenges that creatives face both in ministry and in modern culture. In this episode, we explore how your faith can help you bridge the gap between being productive and being free artistically, so you can truly enjoy the gifts God has given us as creatives in every sense of the word. In this episode, you'll discover how to: Deal with the unique struggles you're facing within ministry as a creative artist. Unlock the relationship between logic and imagination in your creative life. Become more in tune with the different kinds of thinkers that you have to work and interact with in your career. Make lasting changes in your approach that will unlock more inspiration, avoid frustration and create a spring of new creative energy. Connect with Rich Get a Free Sample of MindBlown Follow Rich on Instagram Rich Kirkpatrick's Website If you liked this episode, you'll love: This I Believe: Why Spiritual Growth Is Essential to Your Success w/ Greg Johnson, Music Director [TGGS 117] We’ve love to hear your thoughts about this episode… Tap HERE to send us a text! Support the show NEW DEVOTIONAL ON YOUVERSION! Would you like to understand God's creative process and apply it to your life? Check out our new YouVersion Bible reading plan here! NEW "DISCOVER YOUR CREATIVE PERSONALITY" QUIZ! We've developed this quiz to help you diagnose and discover where you currently stand in your journey as a faith-focused artist. You'll find out which of the 5 Christian Creative Personalities you're currently operating in and how to improve on your strengths and get help with your weaknesses. Take the 5- minute quiz HERE PODCAST MERCH Get God and Gigs themed gear, clothing and accessories HERE! GOT VALUE FROM THIS PODCAST? Exchange VALUE 4 VALUE! You can share: TIME: Send this episode to someone who you know would enjoy it TALENT: Email your art or music to add to our community to allen@godandgigs.com TREASURE: Tap HERE to pick an amount to support the podcast monthly, OR: Get a modern podcast app that allows you support us IN REAL TIME by sending us value digitally! Get a new podcast app that supports these new features HERE.