We spend a lot of time on the concept of home. We try to find the right house, invite over friends, or spend time with family. We decorate. We might even search out long-lost family members. Family today is created in a variety of ways. But even as our definitions of family have changed, the one [Read More]
Art and Faith
What Does It Really Mean to Be Still?
I hear the words “be still” said a lot by people as a reminder to quiet this world we are in, quiet the social media voices, quiet the well-meaning people giving us advice, and sometimes, quiet our own thoughts in order to hear God’s voice. The world can be an all-too noisy and fast-paced [Read More]
Making a Joyful Noise
“Make a joyful noise unto the Lord.” Psalm 98:4 (KJV)This verse reminds me to celebrate God’s blessings. If I’m being honest, my prayers are often about requests, which is okay because He does want to hear everything that is on our minds. But I also want to thank Him in my prayers and make a joyful [Read More]
Teach Us, Lord, to Make Our Days Worthwhile
Sometimes the words of a Psalm are so beautiful that I feel I must highlight them as the center of my paintings. The Psalms are works of art, all by themselves, and this verse reminds me of how precious and fragile our lives are. It speaks to the temporary nature of this world but also gives us a [Read More]
The Versions and the Meanings and the Poetry
I love the King James Version of the Bible for the poetry and meaning of the words, but there are also times I enjoy more modern versions, like the NIV or occasionally, the ESV. I find inspiration in them all at different times. For instance, while I enjoy the King James Version of the 23rd Psalm [Read More]
