Arise, For It Is Your Task

November 19, 2019 by Cherie Leave a Comment

There are many times in the Bible where we hear the word “arise.” One of my favorites is:

“Now, why do you wait? Arise, be baptized, and wash away your sins,
calling on the name of the Lord.” (Acts 22:16)

I like the idea of rising up and doing something: taking a stand, getting work done, sticking up for someone. I like the idea of us wearing our faith in such a way that it is part of our very being.

There is a lot of inspiration in the Bible, of course, but there’s much history. We learn from this history, of people building temples and encouraging others to stand up, rise up, and take part. Today, lets pray on this verse from Ezra.

Arise, for it is your task, and we are with you; be strong, and do it. ~ Ezra 10:4

About Cherie

Cherie Burbach is a full time artist and writer. Her art prints, originals, and functional art pieces are available in artsy stores and galleries and here at her site.

She is the author of over fifteen books, the latest of which, Painting the Psalms, is part art book and part devotional.

She teaches the art of mixed media in classes and online ecourses here and at Skillshare.