Creating works of literature and art that open hearts and minds to the truth, beauty, and love of God as revealed in Scripture and creation.
The background graphic is from “Ram in the Thicket,”
an original watercolor painting
by Sarah Buell Dowling
“And Abraham lifted up his eyes and looked, and behold, behind him was a ram, caught in a thicket by his horns.” Genesis 22:13
The Principals of the Ministry
The principles of the ministry are Michael James Dowling, a professional writer, and Sarah Buell Dowling, an award-winning artist and illustrator. God graciously and dramatically rescued them from Eastern religions, New Age cults, and the occult when they were in their thirties. Since then, they have dedicated their lives to advancing the cause of Christ through their writing, illustrating, fine art painting, and speaking. For more information about Michael and Sarah’s backgrounds, visit the “Principals” page.
The Need for the Ministry
“The American Worldview Inventory 2025,” conducted by Dr. George Barna and the Cultural Research Center (CRC) at Arizona Christian University, reports that only 40 percent of Americans believe in the existence or influence of the God of the Bible.
Approximately 92 percent of American adults hold to an eclectic mix of beliefs that reject one or more key tenants of the Christian faith. In other words, they have invented their own religion. Only 4 percent of Americans have a biblical worldview.
These are perilous times. The eternal destiny of the next generation is at stake. Even the survival of our nation may hang in the balance.
Because Michael and Sarah were once immersed in these false ideologies, they have a first-hand understanding of their dangers and a strong motivation to help others recognize and combat them.
The Power of Art and Story
Reaching the next generation with the Gospel has never been more vital. But how can Christians effectively communicate biblical truth in today’s noisy environment with its constant bombardment of unbiblical messages from social media, TV, movies, and the Internet?
One answer is through stories. Below is what the late Chuck Colson, founder of Prison Fellowship and the Colson Center, had to say:
Stories shape our thoughts, move our emotions, and enlarge our imaginations. The images we plant in our minds have an enormous influence over the kind of people we become. They both express and shape our beliefs and values.
Think of the effective use Jesus made of images and stories. He could have simply said, “Take care of people who are hurt and victimized.” Instead, He spun the tale of the Good Samaritan. He could have just said, “God forgives your sins, so forgive others.” Instead, He told the parable of the unmerciful servant. Why? Because a story gets at aspects of truth that are beyond the power of didactic teaching.
For the Christian, the arts are an important way to understand God and His creation.
In a post-Christian culture, those who blend artistic gifts with Christian faith can help lead us back to a biblical worldview. That is why the Church should encourage them.
An Invitation
Michael and Sarah Dowling invite all who resonate with the mission of Creators for Christ to join them on the journey. For more information, contact Michael.
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