Christ Centered Creativity
A podcast exploring the intersection of Christian faith and artistic creativity. Host Jada Samone offers encouragement and practical advice for creative professionals who want to honor God through their work. Topics include managing creative gifts, navigating creative industries as a Christian, and seeking divine guidance for creative ideas. Aimed at writers, artists, designers, musicians, and other creatives, with new episodes every other Tuesday.
Episodes
Ep. 17: Are You Waiting on God… or Procrastinating?
www.instagram.com/ChristcenteredcreativitypodOkay, so I have to be transparent with you all. I caught myself doing something, and I need to talk about it because I just know I'm not the only one! I kept saying, "I'm waiting on God." And listen, that sounds so spiritual, right? But when I actually sat with it, I had to ask myself… am I genuinely waiting, or am I just scared to mov
Ep. 16: FOMO & The Narrow Road: The Real Cost of Creating for God's Glory
www.instagram.com/ChristcenteredcreativitypodCan we talk about the part nobody really talks about?The part where following God's will for your creative life actually costs you something. Not in a vague, churchy way, but in a "that opportunity went to someone else and it genuinely stings" kind of way. Because here's the thing: a lot of us have been building our creative lives on a
Ep 15: Showing Up In Excellence & Avoiding Mediocrity
www.instagram.com/ChristcenteredcreativitypodCan I be honest with you all? I got comfortable. Like, "okay, this is fine, this is working, let's just keep it moving," comfortable. And God had to check me on that, because 'okay' is not the same as excellent.This episode is a real one. We're talking about what it actually looks like to show up in excellence as a believer, no
Ep. 14: Create More Than You Scroll | Social Media, Stewardship & Staying Focused
Okay, so… this one is very much a convicting episode. And before I say anything, no judgment, because I am very much in this with you all. We need to talk about social media. Not in a "delete everything and go live in the woods" kind of way, but in a real, honest, 'what is excessive scrolling actually doing to us?' kind of way. The same platforms we're using to create for God
Ep. 13: Did God Send You, or Did You Send Yourself? | Selfish Ambition & Counterfeit Opportunities
www.instagram.com/Christcenteredcreativitypod.comOkay, so… I'm back 😅 Listen, life has been...life'n, and I owe you all a whole explanation, which is exactly what this episode is. Season 2 is here, and we're kicking it off with a real chat about where I've been and what God has taught me. Episode 13 // Season 2, Episode 1: "Did God Send You, or Did You Send Yourself?" So
Ep. 12: You don’t need their creative gifts, you just need to recognize yours! | Overcoming Envy
We’re going out with a bang for the Season 1 Finale of Christ Centered Creativity!👀 Today, we’re talking about Envy and how to overcome envying other people’s creative gifts as Christian creatives. God has placed unique gifts within all of us, and it’s important we focus on being good stewards of those gifts instead of falling into the trap of envying how God is using others. Because the truth is,
Ep. 11: How to Use Chat GPT with Integrity As A Christian Creative
In today’s episode of Christ Centered Creativity, we’re discussing ChatGPT and how we can avoid making it an Idol as Christian Creatives. ChatGPT is a great resource, but we must use it in a way that is surrendered to God’s will so that we don’t fall into the trap of being overly reliant or co-dependent on it. If we’re honest, artificial intelligence ain’t got nothing on God’s intelligence! Join m
Ep. 10: The Idolization of Artistic Expression & Aesthetics | It’s not “just art”
Have you made art and idol? In today’s episode of Christ Centered Creativity, we’re talking about the Idolization of Artistic Expression and Aesthetics. As Christian creatives, we must be mindful of what we consume creatively through movies, music, and entertainment because what we consume, we become. Believe it or not, art is not “just art.” We have an enemy looking to see who he can deceive, and
Ep. 9: Is a TikTok trend worth causing someone else to stumble? | Stewarding Influence Well
In today’s episode of Christ Centered Creativity, we’re diving into the importance of stewarding the influence God has blessed us with and doing so well! When God blesses us with a platform, our main goal should be to glorify Jesus and point people to Christ. As Christian influencers and creatives, we must consider others above ourselves while stewarding our influence because the last thing we wan
Ep. 8: Are you rejecting God’s creative call on your life? | Imposter syndrome & false humility
Welcome back to Christ Centered Creativity!(: In today’s episode, we’re talking about the deception of false humility, imposter syndrome and how these are often the reasons why we reject God’s creative call on our lives as Christian Creatives. If you’ve been struggling with moving forward with what God has called you to do because of feelings of inadequacy, this episode is for you! Join me for an
Ep. 7: God’s Creative Investment - Why Starting Is More Important Than Perfecting
Welcome back to Christ Centered Creativity! In today’s episode, we’re diving into a topic that many creatives struggle with: perfectionism. We’ve all been there before, waiting for the “perfect” idea, the “perfect” resources, or the “perfect” moment to get started. But what if God’s not waiting for your perfection? What if He’s just waiting for you to take that first step?We're talking about why s
Ep. 6: 3 Ways to Overcome a Creative Block with God
In this episode, we dive into the struggles many creators face: creative blocks. If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or uninspired, this episode is for you. We’ll talk about the signs of a creative block, why they happen, and most importantly, how to overcome them with God at the center!From battling spiritual warfare to understanding when God is calling you to rest, we’ll explore practical ti
Ep. 5: How to Discern If Your Creative Ideas Are From God
In today’s episode of Christ Centered Creativity, we explore how to discern whether your creative ideas are truly inspired by God or just your own ambitions. As Christians, we are called to steward our creativity with purpose, but sometimes it can be hard to tell if a project is part of God's plan or just a personal desire. Tune in as we discuss:1️⃣ How to filter your ideas through God’s Word and
Ep. 4: Witchcraft in the Art Space!?
In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into the subtle ways witchcraft and New Age practices have infiltrated the art space—and how they’re affecting Christian creatives. From crystals to "third eye" spirituality, the world has sold us the lie that these practices will unlock our creativity. But as Believers, we should know that our true creative inspiration comes from God alone, not from the e
Ep. 3: How to Navigate Secular Spaces As A Christian Creative | The Book of Daniel Bible Study
In this episode of Christ Centered Creativity, we dive into the valuable lessons from the Book of Daniel on how Christian creatives can navigate secular spaces without compromising their faith. Using the stories of Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, we explore how these young men stood firm in their beliefs, even when faced with intense pressure to conform. We discuss practical ways you can
Ep. 2: Is Being Multifaceted Distracting You from Your Assignment?
In today’s episode of Christ Centered Creativity, we dive deep into how to harness your multifaceted creativity without losing focus on the true calling and purpose God has for you in this season. Being gifted with many talents is a blessing, but if you’re not discerning which creative pursuits align with God’s plan for your life right now, they can easily become distractions. Tune in as we explor
Ep. 1: Embracing a Christ-Centered Creative Rebrand
In this debut episode of Christ Centered Creativity, we’re diving into the journey of rebranding your creativity in Christ. Hosted by Jada Samone, we’ll explore three key points: 1. It’s Not Your Creativity: Discover how God has called you to steward your creative gifts rather than claim ownership, and how His calling may be asking you to let go of how you used to create. 2. Embracing this Seaso
Trailer
Welcome to Christ Centered Creativity, where Faith and Creativity meet! I’m your host Jada Samone and here we edify you, encourage you, and inspire you to create within God’s will and to execute on the creative ideas He has blessed you with. On this podcast, you can expect tips on stewarding creative gifts well, navigating creative industries as a Christian, seeking God for wisdom on creative idea
