Every time it rolls around to the Easter Season, I’m amazed at how fast the last year went by. It seems like just yesterday that my children were running around our church looking for little chocolate delights hidden under chairs and on stairs.
I got really busy this year moving into a new house and studio that the Lord provided for us after renting for 16 years and creating art out of a tiny inner-city apartment with three children. Here’s how that came about…
We moved last weekend, but there’s still a lot to be done. I don’t have my studio moved into the new place yet, as I write.
My brother-in-law and his family came up to help. He’s a handyman, and he is helping us do some renovation in the bathroom, so we can do laundry there.
My daughter also helped a little on one of the projects. Removing old wallpaper and painting her bedroom.
I’m sure YOU are busy too with projects: spring cleaning, planning out summer for your family, and the myriads of other things that life can throw at you. It’s easy to forget about one of the greatest things that happened in human history. I found myself getting so busy, that I made some time this morning to spend with the Lord and remember what He did for me. He did it for all of us.
Dave Mattison, left, and Matt Philleo, members of Bethel Church in Eau Claire, created a seven-panel mural depicting significant events in Christian history, including Christ’s Crucifixion. In mid-December, the artists both of Eau Claire hung the mural in the church. The two posed on March 27, 2013, with the painting. Leader Telegram photo.
Jesus suffered and died on the cross for our sins and rose again to give us new life. I painted a 4′ x 28′ mural with a friend that tells more about this amazing story. It’s a long video, but if you have time to watch it, I believe it will bless you.
You and your family have a fantastic Easter!
All the best,
Thank you so much, Emily! I’m glad this has encouraged you. In all of our sufferings, God brings us comfort that we can use to comfort others. I am sure you are doing that as well, where you are. Hope you had a wonderful Easter!
Hi Gayle! Thank you for your kind words. I look forward to helping you paint a realistic portrait of your grandson. I have one student that had the goal of painting all her grandchildren…and she has quite a few! We’ll be in touch!