Posted on 11/13/2004 2:41:38 PM PST by Tribune7
How many times have you heard someone speak about his favorite actor this way? "Oh, I just adore him. I love his work!"
People have a tendency to describe in glowing terms someone whose artistic efforts kindle the fire of inspiration in them. The next common reaction is for the fan to wish, "If I ever meet him I would love to get his autograph." What the person desires is to gain even a small piece of their adored performer.
It's funny how many of us, myself included, react in the directly opposite manner when it comes to the greatest artist we could ever know -- God.
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Very inspiring.
Having worked as a celebrity reporter for many years, I can tell you that in most cases meeting the person whose creativity inspired you is a let down. They're only human, and often very difficult. Unlike God.
Great read.
I think God has a soft spot for the FReepers. He really treats us good.
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