Christ Gallery - Religion

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	12 Year Old Jesus In The Temple (See options...)


	A Lesson In Grace (See options...)


	A Mother's Vigil: I Would Gather Thee (Modern) I WOULD GATHER THEE AS A HEN GATHERETH HER CHICKS Parable O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, thou that killest the prophets, and stonest them which are sent unto thee, how often would I have gathered thy children together, even as a hen gathereth her chickens under her wings, and ye would not! - Matthew 23:37 A Mother's Vigil: I Would Gather Thee (Modern) On the night before Jesus was crucified, He went to the Mount of Olives overlooking Jerusalem with His disciples. As He sat looking down on the city and people He loved, He lamented, "... how often would I have gathered thy children together, even as a hen gathereth her chickens under her wings, and ye would not!" - Matthew 23:37. Like God, each of us is anxious to gather our own families around us. We long to provide needed comfort amidst the ever growing storms that surround them. In this picture of a worried mother waiting up for a child that isn't home yet, I painted twelve eggs, symbolic of the number of Jesus' apostles - those who assisted Jesus in His work - and the thought that God wants to gather all of His children, but that He often does this through the love and efforts of our families here on earth. (See options...)


	A Prayer For My Brother After looking at this powerful work, it may not surprise you to learn that Phillips is a former firefighter. (Bill left the profession after 16 years when he began to earn a living through his art.) Bill has painted this iconic and heroic work of art to support firefighters nationwide. He hopes that the outpouring of support for New York fire fighters continues to raise awareness and appreciation for the everyday, unsung heroes in communities everywhere. (See options...)


	A Savior Is Born (See options...)


	A Thankful Heart (See options...)


	A Voice From Eden (See options...)


	Abide With Me Most of humankind has experienced some yearning for what might be described as a time of heavenly rest. This image represents that welcome arrival recorded in Matthew 25:21, ""Well done, thou good and faithful servant...enter thou into the joy of thy lord."" The Book of Revelation (7:17) declares: ""For the Lamb which is in the midst of the throne shall feed them, and shall lead them unto living fountains of waters: and God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes."" The fountain in the background is a reminder of those living waters and is based on an earlier painting entitled Be Not Afraid. In that image, Jesus is shown helping two small children across a turbulent stream, leading and even carrying them to the safety of the other side. This painting represents the ""other side"" of that turbulent stream, a place of eternal rest, where we might imagine Him to say, ""Abide with me."" (See options...)


	Abide With Me (See options...)


	Abide with Me Surely the Savior knew from an early age the path that lie ahead of Him, yet He was not discouraged or dismayed. He went about doing good and filled His life, and the lives of others, with joy and happiness. I am inspired by the story of Reverend Henry Lyte. Henry's father abandoned the family while he was a young boy and his mother died shortly after. In addition to being orphaned at an early age, Henry struggled throughout his life with poor health - yet all that knew him commented on his cheery temperament. His final contribution came just three weeks before his death. Though he was dying of tuberculosis, Henry was still determined to give to others. He rose from his bed and penned the words that would become the cherished hymn, Abide with Me. Abide with Me! fast falls the eventide; The darkness deepens. Lord with me abide. When other helpers Fail and comforts flee, Help of the helpless, oh, Abide with me! Certainly none of us can walk through life free from illness and despair, but we each can decide how we will respond to those trials that come. This painting reminds me when trials come that I can choose to retreat into myself, or I can choose to reach out as the Savior did and bring happiness to others. Only selfless sacrifice can we ever hope to abide with the Lord. (See options...)


	Against The Wind When Peter saw the Savior walking on the water he cried out, "Lord…bid me come unto thee." "Come." was all He said. Filled with faith, Peter stepped from the safety of the boat on to the stormy sea. But as the winds picked up and the waves grew stronger Peter’s faith turned to fear. As he began to sink, Peter cried out, "Lord, save me." Two thousand years later, Christ is still calling to us. As we step from the safety of self-reliance on to the stormy seas of discipleship, like Peter we pray, "Lord, save me." With perfect calmness He stills the winds of our doubt, reaches down from heaven and saves us. (See options...)


	All That She Had (See options...)


	All Were Satisfied (See options...)


	Alpha & Omega ""O Jerusalem, Jerusalem...how often would I have gathered thy children together, even as a hen gathereth her chickens under her wings..."" (Matt. 23:37). This is a Messianic exclamation of profound concern and unconditional love for all who have lost their way and suffer while wandering in spiritual darkness. As the slanting rays of the sun reflect upon the rooftops of Old Jerusalem, Christ reflects upon His life's mission and upon those He came to serve and bless. His gaze takes in the glistening gold and marble of Herod's Temple and the smoke of burnt offerings upon the altar. He is keenly aware that soon He will offer Himself up as the true Passover Lamb--the Lamb of God. Here, upon the Mount of Olives, Jesus can see the day, like His mortal ministry, coming to a close. However, a new day always dawns, and there is hope and comfort in His words, ""lo, I am with you always"" (Matt. 28:20). Just as He looked down upon the traveling pilgrims entering Jerusalem, He watches still from yet a higher vantage point, ready to extend His protective wing to all who seek Him. (See options...)


	And The Child Grew The Savior's childhood remains largely a mystery. We know that He was taught by His earthly father Joseph, as well as His Heavenly father. We are told that He received "grace for grace," and that he was found in the temple "going about His father's work." This effort to follow our Father's will is always the prevalent theme throughout His life. Original: oil, 32 x 22 inches, 1991. (See options...)


	And Wise Men Came Bearing Gifts Tom duBois has merged his love of art, poetry and music into an interesting and diverse career. His paintings of the Biblical stories of Noah’s Ark and the Nativity are a rich tapestry of research, color and imagination. For each image, duBois does extensive research, travel and photography - even sewing the costumes worn by his models. "...and lo, the star, which they saw in the east, went before them, till it came and stood over where the young child was. When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy." - Matthew 2:9-10 (See options...)


	Angel (See options...)


	Angel (White) (See options...)


	Angel Of Gethsemane Do You Know by Heidi Magleby How red His raiment must have been, How Crimson was his cloak. Christ suffered more than any man, Yet, Love was all He spoke. (See options...)


	Angel Unaware This unassuming young woman has been endowed with wings and grace with such force that even the invisible has left its shadow on stone. And she's not sure what just happened... "She remains modest and humble and is probably unaware of what she has done. Her service and kindness just seemed like the right thing to do," says artists James C. Christensen. (See options...)