My "Spirit" painting is an older one, based on a poem I wrote. It honors all the women in our lives who have each had their own battles. I wrote it as a reminder that the spirit within us is always stronger than whatever tries to knock us down.This pillow is stain resistant and practical. Get one [Read More]
Art and Faith
Judging Others – Wisdom from the Book of James
I had the honor of preaching at church this week on James 2:1-19, where he talks about preferntial treatment. There is really wonderful wisdom in this passage, and I grateful to have the opportunity to teach about it. If you're interested, here is the sermon: [Read More]
Declare His Glory
So many of the Psalms verses relate to other verses of the Bible. It is, after all, one book. It's interesting to see which verses Jesus quoted and which, like this one, also relates to a message from the New Testament Gospels.This verse from Mark has many possible cross-references, among them, [Read More]
Rise
Been thinking lately about this word. RISE. How do we rise each day? How do we rise to the occassion? How do we rise when we are beaten down?In the March Painting the Psalms project, I'm focusing on the rising sun, how it warms us and blesses us. I'm focusing on how big God is. And it's a project [Read More]
The Reminder of Angels
One reason I like painting angels so much is it reminds me of all the ways God guides us, protects us, and helps us. He lives in us and talks to us directly, but sometimes we need extra help! I think angels are sent by Him, whether they are spiritual or human.This painting was made with acrylics and [Read More]
