For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him.—Colossians 1:16 (NIV)

I stared at the bracelet I’d crafted. Loose enough to dangle without catching on things, its leaf-shaped green and blue beads made me smile. Like most of the projects I do, this one wasn’t perfect. Still, it reflected my personality in a whimsical way. 

Creativity isn’t always easy for me. My craft room holds a closet full of quirky attempts, the shelves graced with half-finished works. But those times when my crafts come together well make all the efforts worth it. Because underneath it all, even with shaky lines and the glue blobs, it’s fun. 

Jesus is the King of Creation. Everything He’s made is exactly the way He intended. There are no mistakes, and nothing is kept hidden in a closet or drawer. The graceful impala, the regal lion, the comical penguin—all are exactly right in His eyes. Even me. 

Some days, when things aren’t going according to plan, I need to remind myself that He’s not finished with me yet. Parts of me might require more glue to keep from falling apart, and an ordinary place or two could benefit from sparkles. Jesus is hard at work on me and in me, and I wait with anticipation to see His finished product—me—to be revealed in heaven.  

Faith Step: Participate in a craft project. As you create your “masterpiece,” reflect on the joy Jesus experiences as He constructs and refines you. Share your craft—and that joy—with others.