A Gift to Be Simple
A Gift to Be Simple The other day, I worked from Psalm 131 where the writer talks about not involving himself in things that are too difficult for him, and today's painting has a similar theme. My Bible reading this morning was in 1 Corinthians and these verses seemed to be my focus. 1 Corinthians 2:1-3 When I came to you, brothers, announcing the testimony of God to you, I did not come with brilliance of speech or wisdom. For I didn’t think it was a good idea to know anything among you except Jesus Christ and Him crucified. I came to you in weakness, in fear, and in much trembling. I don't know for sure whether the link is clear, but somehow it spoke to me of my own weaknesses, especially as I share my work with so many people (many of whom I have never met!) I wanted to paint something that shows simplicity, but maybe still communicates joy. 11" x 14" Painted with the finest quality heavy-body acrylic paint on acid-free, heavy weight Fabriano watercolor paper Read...