There is no one that respect the Holy Bible more than me. But what is happening in this video is an artistic reaction to certain scriptures that have been studied before hand. The Bible she is using is a JOURNALING BIBLE. It was purchased for that reason. It has 2 1/2 inch margins especially for art. It is purchased by these CHRISTIANS to express their feelings about the scriptures they are studying. With this explanation, I firmly believe they are delving into the word of GOD to a degree some here do not understand. They are not defacing the Bible or insulting God’s word. They are artistically adding their understanding of the scriptures. God bless each and every one of them for delving into God’s word to this degree. Maybe more people should try it. I think I will!! Blessings to all!!🙌🙌❤️❤️❤️
In church today people loved my journaling bible my reading one is a super giant print kjv my husband brought, due to my eyes now I have to highlight the whole page before reading, I am not defacing it’s the only way I can read now, so blessed to still colour and write simple things in my bibles.
Love this technique and those gorgeous napkins. I am one who doesn't believe in covering the words unless it is always readable even if I'm using another Bible to study and read. The reason is because I want someone else who picks up any Bible to be able to read the words which is more important than the beautiful artwork. So, I will try this technique in another journal first to get the feel of it and see how readable the words are underneath, and whether it is distracting to the reader. I do thank you so much for sharing this technique because it is absolutely lovely.
Dear Miss Tracy, you are such a gift to us. Thank you for generously sharing your creative ideas, and most importantly, your love for the Lord! This video is inspirational, at a time when we need to be reminded to Taste and SEE the Goodness of the Lord!! You really live His goodness, sweet Miss Tracy.
That is so Beautiful ! Thank you for sharing this great Tip ! I love how it looks in your bible. I think that is such a Fun actually and it seems fairly easy to do ! ❤️🙏🏼😆
Thanks for sharing the great technique. I loved getting peeks of your other completed pages... I had never considered bible journaling before, but it seems like a beautiful way to meditate on the text: as you were flipping through your pages, I caught little highlights. Really bringing out your favourite passages - making it less of a full-on bible, and more of a “favourite passages” journal, with the text pre-printed for you ;) There are some really wonderful verses in Esther - great choice :) Thanks for sharing - loved this video!
Hi I love it and this is a great idea I am new to this I am excited to my Bible Journaling Thank you for sharing May God continue to use you in this beautiful gift
Before I watched how this was done, I was feeling very negative toward Gesso... but you've changed my mind. Love how this turn out... Could you please tell me what the lined filler notepad paper is that you used as a tip-in. I wondered if it were possible to still read, but your close up shot cleared that up for me. Beautiful job! Also, Matthew 7:1-3 (KJV) does say, "Judge not, that ye be not judged... " Just saying!
I absolutely LOVE this idea...can't wait to try it! Also, the Kaiser gel pens you are using are my FAVORITE! I sell them on my etsy store! Thank you for this...
Thank you for sharing I realize people are upset with covering scripture but if you are like me I have no less than 20 bibles I journal in interleaved and single column bibles There is a solution if one gets upset with a free lesson technique one can not subscribe and move on to a technique more pleasing to oneself.
Well, I absolutely love the art project. The napkins added a lovely touch to the pages. I will, however, use this technique in a journal instead of my Bible.
I put something tacky on two fingers and sandwich a corner and it pulls the napkin apart, no more tearing or fumbling. Glue stick or a smidge of glue on fingers, rub together till all most dry, nothing too wet.
Hi Miz Tracy, I absolutely love the napkin idea! I love napkins and I have an awesome selection. I have two journaling bibles. One for studying and taking notes and one for watercolor, or napkins. Can you please tell me how you make the ribbon page dividers. I love those.
Love this idea but I am not so sure I would cover up all the scripture. I know they become see through after placement but I'm not there yet. Also where did you get the mason jar napkins. I like you love mason jars and I would love those napkins. Thanks
Gesso is not meant to be used as an adhesive or Collage Medium. It is for prepping canvas or heavy paper substrates before painting. Over time it may not hold and can yellow if used in this way. Also it can be expensive to use like this. You can use Matte Gel Medium or Matte Mod Podge and have better results, as they are made specifically for adhering paper, collaging and sealing it. They're way less expensive and it is more effective to use the products as they are intended.
The Little Blue House - Ive never tried that brand. However I am an artist and am familiar with various other brands of artists' Gesso, both regular and the smoother textured. I've just never actually seen anyone use it as an adhesive before since it is intended as a ground (some say the words base or primer) to prepare any substrate for painting. It can be painted onto anything (paper, fabric, canvas, metal, wood, glass) and then paint and a variety of other mediums can be used over it. Interesting.... hmm. I still think gel medium or mod podge would be cheaper and works best.
This is nice, anything that gets you to the word is alright by me. I would definitely not use this bible for study. It is however a great book for reflection on what message moves you to a stronger faith. God bless you I can actually see you gals discussing the pages you've celebrated and why, which is prayer in your way.
great idea! And to some of you naysayers: stop all the legalism about something so beautiful. She probably has a few Bibles, and not only that but there is Bible online also. Quit picking what is wrong instead of seeing and feeling the gift of it and the blessing.
Hello Miss Tracy, thank you so much for uploading this awesome video! I was wondering: is this a technique I can use on any paper? Like, for example, in my bullet journal?
I prefer to use Clear Gesso that is formulated for Paper. I have two favorites: Art Basics Clear Gesso by Prima and Dina Wakely's Clear Gesso by Ranger.
That's why I have several bibles I have one that I use at home only for the word and several study bibles and other pocket, creative bibles I use for journaling
whats the use if you cant read the bible? why do you cover the word of God? so you can have a pretty page? I journal, but do not dare to cover the scripture. never! i use the borders or the pages that dont have nothing to read. its very important to be able to read the word of God. dont forget that. over all, it looks nice. but.... so sad. 🙍
Who said she couldn't read the Word? She advised it would become more translucent as it dries in the video. Besides, there is no right or wrong way to bible journal. What works for you, may not work for the next and there’s nothing sad about it. As long as it’s biblical and helps one to dive deeper and closer to Christ, there is absolutely nothing wrong with it. Covering the Word with napkin art is neither unscriptural or dishonorable. In fact, I believe God is being glorified. :)
Lilly Gonzalez it's not sad. If you have another bible that you read from then it's ok. If you are drawing on God's word for a deeper meaning then I think He'll be ok with that.
If you don't like what people are doing move on why give negative comments? Let God decide what He wants to put in peoples hearts to do. But if you can't say something nice say nothing at all.
It's a specific Bible used for the creativity God has blessed us with. I don't journal that often, but there are times that I'm strongly led on certain scriptures. I have a specific Bible for study and meditation.
I could never do this to my Bible how do you even read the words and I really don't think you're supposed to put anyting over the words of a Bible but that's just me 🤔
Pretty and creative, but please don’t allow the art to become a distraction from the Word of God. Not saying it’s Satan’s work, but we do know he comes in all forms, just be careful. Please don’t take my comment the wrong way😊 God Bless You 🙏🏾
Warrioress On the Wall YOU TOOK THE WORDS RIGHT OUT OF MY MOUTH!!! people get into all this ‘Bible Journaling’ that I never hear them talk about READING IT! To me, just another trap of the enemy!
Hello . It bit shock me then effect surprised me ...then I watch it again ....then bit struggle with consent ...send link to my friends let see what they think about that ...probably I will found that most don't read the bible and rest don't craft .....but longer I think ...I like consent as art text and imaginer of state of person who trąd this text .....I would prefer see some traditional century old decorations what would be more smarter way of passing history of bible to others ....Greek spelling or Latin .....quit can't get use to idea writing on bible pages ....but I am not born in UK or USA .....For me is not just scrap book it's Holly text should be read without distractions ....but I like idea of putting more personal touch .....on the end of battle with myself and sending link for help of friends ....I de sided send this to my priest .....him words will be most important but not under scrutiny of arts but doctrine ....still I will be left without answer it's look like . I think I am too old fashion for some changes of 21 century. I think to do sewing project to cover my bible as well prayer book ....but gesso hmmm I need sleep over with this problem maybe tomorrow I get my answer.
God Word is Already Beautiful with out doing anything to the Bible pages, That why We Fellowship with Him and just Read His Word, Not Add anything or take away anything From the Word of God,