The Secret to Soulful Creativity: Paying Attention to God’s Work in You
Aug 27, 2025
Blog by Gem Fadling
Some seasons of life can leave us wondering if we have anything left to give. We pour ourselves out at work, at home, in ministry—and sometimes we forget to pause, rest, and refill. If you’re longing for a life that feels more soulful and sustainable, I am with you. Let’s explore how to live from the deep well God has placed within us.
People will often comment to me how impressed they are that Alan and I produce so much content. From emails to blog posts to podcasts to YouTube videos to books—something is always rolling out.
Recently, in the same context, someone asked me if I love writing. I briefly thought about my response and found myself saying, “No, I don't love writing in and of itself. What I love is sharing, teaching, and encouraging.”
Writing is simply a meaningful way to express what I desire to share with others. Here at Unhurried Living we are happy to create content so that people might grow in wisdom, presence, love, and servant leadership.
I've shared before how I’m often concerned that I will one day run out of things to say. Left to myself, I think that would be true. But because I’m doing my very best to stay engaged with what God is up to in me and through me, there is always fresh bread coming out of the oven of my life.
The good news is that the same is happening for you. So, how are you paying attention? How are you continuing to draw from the deep well of wisdom that God places before you? And how do you find yourself sharing that goodness with others?
It’s easy to fall asleep at the wheel, careening through a busy life without pausing to reflect or pivoting to receptive mode.
Here is an intentional way to live an integrated life:
God pours in.
I receive.
I share.
This might look different for each of us because we are all uniquely and wonderfully gifted. How you express God’s goodness will look different from how I express it. That's the beauty of the body of Christ.
There are many and various expressions of love and wisdom.
You might express your gifts by listening deeply to others. You can offer your full presence in a world where too often people rush and only half listen. Your patient attention can bring healing to the weary.
You might find yourself creating beauty that reflects God’s heart, whether through painting, music, photography, writing, or even something as simple as cooking a meal or tending a garden. Beauty more easily stirs the soul and gently points people to the goodness of God.
You might express your journey by mentoring or guiding others, generously sharing the wisdom and lessons you have learned along the way. Your lived experience can be a profound encouragement to those in your community.
If you serve in leadership, you may also express your gifts by cultivating a culture of grace and hospitality, creating spaces where people feel seen, valued, and safe to learn and grow.
You might prioritize soul care within your team, encouraging rhythms of rest, reflection, and prayer so that work flows from a place of wholeness rather than exhaustion. This is something we love to do with teams, so connect with us if you want to learn more.
And especially in challenging seasons, you can lead with a non-anxious presence as you remain rooted in God’s peace and help to calm those around you.
However you share your gifts, the most important thing is to remain connected to God’s deep well of grace. Drawing from that well, your own soul stays replenished. Remember:
God pours in.
I receive.
I share.
For Reflection:
- What is one way God has recently poured into you that you feel invited to share with others?
- Which of your gifts or passions feels the most natural and joyful as a way of expressing God’s goodness?
- How might you intentionally create space in your life to listen, receive, and share more freely?
P.S. The focus of this article has been our various ways of sharing goodness. But let’s pause for a moment and remind ourselves: It’s best to pour from a full cup. Here are some links to a few of my recent YouTube videos. Make your way to one or more of them and be inspired.
Are You Overwhelmed or Exhausted?
How to Fill Your Time Intentionally
