It’s Good Friday!
As a child, I was perplexed by the name of this important day. Wasn’t it the day that acknowledges Jesus’ death? Jesus, who was sinless and pure, who deserved no death, but who chose it? Now I grasp how good this day really is. It’s a day that represents the death of our separation from God. Our sin separated us from our loving Creator, and Jesus’ death bridged that gap. We couldn’t do it on our own.
The miracle and power of this weekend, however, lies in Jesus’ resurrection. Had Christ remained on the cross, we would still be lost. But he didn’t. Jesus was buried, but rose to life on Sunday, and showed himself to over 500 witnesses before ascending to heaven. Amazing!
I recently completed a painting which embodies the spirit of Easter, entitled “Risen.” An empty cocoon hangs off of one side of the cross, and on the other side, a butterfly ascends toward heaven. It is red and white, symbolizing both the purity of Christ and the blood which has saved us. This Easter weekend, don’t let the miracle of Christ’s resurrection pass you by. “It is Finished” changed everything.
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This painting is available as a print in my online store.
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Kelly,
This painting “Risen” is incredible, and what an amazing depiction of The Resurrection. I absolutely love all your paintings, and am enjoying your blog.
I hope to get a chance to meet you someday; I’m just getting to know your dad, and he is quite the character, isn’t he? He is quickly becoming a good friend.
I hope for you and all your family a very Happy Easter.
Barbara Wood