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]
painting the psalms
The Booklife Prize Reviews Painting the Psalms
I'm so proud of my book, Painting the Psalms, and I was even more thrilled to have rec'd this lovely review from the Booklife Prize:Idea/Concept: This is a charming, gift-style book that integrates artwork in a manner that further illuminates its interpretation of various Psalms. Burbach's key [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 Wholeness of the Bible
Sometimes the words in one book of the Bible underscore the message in another book. The Bible is told from different witness accounts, and it is thrilling to see all that God promised in one book happen in another. All the books of the Bible reinforce the message that God deserves our praise. In [Read More]
