The Habit Winfield Bevins Thinks Beauty Will Save the World
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Jan 5, 2026 Winfield Bevins, an author, visual artist, and director of Creo Arts, discusses the profound impact of beauty in faith and culture. He believes that engaging with beauty can lead to truth and goodness, advocating for a modern Renaissance in the arts. Winfield shares personal stories of how art transformed his life and emphasizes the importance of Sabbath rest for creativity. They also explore the interplay of imagination and faith, suggesting that leading with beauty invites wonder and evangelism, ultimately enriching the Christian life.
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Beauty Prepares The Heart For Truth
- Beauty prepares hearts and imaginations for truth rather than merely dressing it up.
- Winfield Bevins argues beauty and the arts restore a holistic, embodied Christian life that points to Christ.
Imagination Bridges Head And Heart
- Leading with truth alone often feels pragmatic and misses the imagination's role in conversion.
- Beauty reaches the space between head and heart and invites people to look, pause, and ponder.
A Renewing Renaissance Of The Arts
- Bevins sees a modern renaissance where Christians reengage arts, culture, and education to bring wholeness.
- This movement spans visual arts, literature, film, theater, and dance as avenues to bring hope and healing.
