‘Light of The World’
Oil on Canvas 20″ x 20″
14“You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. 15Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. 16Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.” Matthew 5:14-16
Since the inception of our existence, the image of God is inscribed in our unique qualities and gifts. As life occurs and challenges muddy our innocence, the light in us fades, eroding dreams of changing the world. Soon, aspirations are shadowed by a basket of doubts and fears. Yet, there is power of light over darkness. If only the shadow can be lifted and let light enter, the possibilities are limitless. How bright would that light be without the basket over it’