Star of Advent

This canvas was designed and painted for Advent by the Christians of LifeSpring Community Church

It's approx 7ft tall by 4ft wide acrylic on canvas.

Reflection

Following are some things to reflect on.

The main idea of the whole piece is “anticipation”. Each section within the painting represents anticipation in one way or another. From anticipating the dolphins leaving the water to the snowflake ushering in a brand new season. This idea of anticipation is meant to prepare us for our celebration of the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”

-Isaiah 9:6

This verse from Isaiah was written centuries before Christ’s birth. Imagine the anticipation. Upon further reflection the concepts present reveal themselves layer by layer.

Freedom and boundaries which is illustrated in Psalm 119:17-20:     

“Do good to your servant, and I will live; I will obey your word. Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your law. I am a stranger on earth; do not hide your commands from me. My soul is consumed with longing for your laws at all times”

God's control over all the small details in order to unite all of history together into one grand and beautiful story, which is described in Romans 8:28:

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”

Beyond Decorative
Much of the artwork we display/create at LifeSpring is purposeful. It’s meant to draw our community together and into worship. Just as the sermon reveals new truths, the artwork seeks to do the same.

Thank you to all who participated in the creation of this wonderful artwork and I hope this is only one of many more yet to come.