Maker Institute of Studio Art + Theology

The Maker Institute develops Gospel-gripped, theologically minded, adept culture makers who faithfully seek to glorify Christ in all things.

[Maker Institute of Studio Art + Theology @MakerTheology]

Why we need reformed Gospel Gripped, Biblical/Theological Minded Adept Culture Makers!

[Ryan Lauterio @RyanLauterio]

Reformed Christians, the time is now.

1)The culture is being discipled by artists, not pastors. Every story, film, and song shapes souls. It’s time Christ’s people take the arts back.
2)There is no neutrality in art. Every brushstroke and lyric glorifies either the Creator or the creature.
3)Pornography, abortion, gender confusion — all are fueled by wicked creativity. The enemy uses beauty twisted against its Maker.
4)The Church’s retreat from the arts left a vacuum that hell was glad to fill. As Calvin Seerveld said, “When Christianity abandons the arts, they really do go to hell.”
5)The solution is not boycott, but building. We need art that drives out lies and reveals truth. Films that heal. Music that worships. Design that blesses.
6)Christ is Lord over the canvas, the camera, the code, and the city. “There is not a square inch,” said Kuyper, “over which He does not cry, ‘Mine!’”
7)Christian artists must train for excellence — skill, theology, and courage. Sentimental mediocrity is not holiness.
8)Make art that tells the truth about creation, manhood, womanhood, marriage, and redemption. Speak beauty into the chaos.
9)The world doesn’t need another critic. It needs creators filled with the Spirit, reclaiming imagination for the Kingdom of Christ.
10)The time is now. Pick up your tools, Church. Make with excellence. Drive out darkness. Build culture that glorifies the King.
“Whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” — 1 Cor. 10:31

[N.D. Wilson @ndwilsonmutters]

Today’s the day! 100 CUPBOARDS: THE GRAPHIC NOVEL is coming to an imagination near you!

[Nick Freitas @NickJFreitas]

1. Get married.
2. Have kids.
3. Don't let the government educate them for you.

We win in one generation.

[Maker Institute of Studio Art + Theology @MakerTheology]

@PastorMark @canonpress Amen!!! Super grateful for you all. We are committed to doing our part.

[Maker Institute of Studio Art + Theology @MakerTheology]

@JoshDaws 😂😂

[Lennox Kalifungwa @LennoxKal]

The Serrated Edge of the Reformation

Christian institutions must reject the lure of mediocrity in cultivating leaders who will shape culture. Their ambition should be nothing less than world-conquering—an exercise of dominion over every sphere of life for the glory of Christ the King. Adherents who are subject to Christian tutelage must emerge as cultural saboteurs to the godless and living nightmares to purveyors of evil.

Such institutions should anticipate disciples who will draw the right kind of trouble—men and women willing to endure suffering and press through pain to win. These will shape political policy, establish fruitful economies, and establish culture-shaping institutions. It is not enough for leaders to wear the polished respectability that a longstanding tradition often affords; more is demanded. They must possess a grit, firmness, and competence that transcends academic brilliance, equipping them to engage directly and decisively in cultural warfare.

[Maker Institute of Studio Art + Theology @MakerTheology]

@megbasham @philvischer 🤣

[Doug Ponder @dougponder]

Virginia currently has 6 Democratic and 5 Republican congressmen, so this would add 4 Democratic seats to the House of Representatives if it passes.

Just a reminder that elections matter.

[Joseph Boot @DrJoeBoot]

In 2026, don’t be a reactionary, guillotine touting revolutionary. Be a Christ-centred scripture-wielding reformer.

[Maker Institute of Studio Art + Theology @MakerTheology]

This will be wonderful!

[Ryan Lauterio @RyanLauterio]

I am beyond honored and thrilled to be speaking along side such incredible keynote speakers for this 2026 Convention! Joel Salatin is someone my wife and I have read and followed for many years now, as we make our annual Polyface farms visit it will be a little sweeter this year.

[Maker Institute of Studio Art + Theology @MakerTheology]

@JoshDaws 🤣💪🏻

[Maker Institute of Studio Art + Theology @MakerTheology]

@GMRench 🤣

[Ryan Lauterio @RyanLauterio]

The world is God’s symbolic artwork. Trees, stars, rivers, bread, wine — they preach louder than modern secular philosophies.

[Maker Institute of Studio Art + Theology @MakerTheology]

@DrJoeBoot This is major, we are praying. So many simply seem to want to ignore what is happening.

[Maker Institute of Studio Art + Theology @MakerTheology]

@GMRench Amen!

[Josh Daws @JoshDaws]

Apple Music’s parental controls are severely lacking. My brother @JeremiahDaws decided to fix that. He created Safe Tunes to give parents more control over what their kids listen to on Apple Music. Check it out! It’s so helpful. Link below.

[Leading Report @LeadingReport]

BREAKING: Abortion is once again illegal in North Dakota after State Supreme Court ruling.

[Ryan Lauterio @RyanLauterio]

To be “creative” is not to invent out of nothing, but to take hold of creation, restructure it, and offer it back in thanksgiving.

[Maker Institute of Studio Art + Theology @MakerTheology]

@GMRench 🤣🤣🤣

[Maker Institute of Studio Art + Theology @MakerTheology]

@DougTenNapel Phil’s veggies tales moralism has him missing your accurate point.

[Ryan Lauterio @RyanLauterio]

Had a chance to talk about Made Makers and the role of Art and Design on this podcast with Sarah Collins. We need a better vision for making. Christ provides the grounds, the way and the reason !