Saturday, March 30, 2013

Paint Party Friday: I Thirst!

I completely forgot about making a post 
and joining blog parties yesterday
as it was Good Friday.
Not exactly the best time for partying!

I read the 18th chapter of John,
where Jesus was crucified.
When Jesus said, "I am thirsty", He was given
a sponge soaked in common wine,
and they lifted this up to him using a hyssop branch.
I read this from the Blue Letter Bible:

Remember that these events occurred at the 
Feast of the Passover. 
During this feast, (Exod 12:22
hyssop was used to apply the 
blood of the Passover lamb 
to the wooden doorposts of the Jews. 

It is interesting that the end of this hyssop stalk 
pointed to the blood of the Perfect Lamb 
which was applied to the wooden cross 
for the salvation of all mankind. (Barclay) 
In addition, the wine vinegar 
is a product of fermentation, 
which is made from grape juice and yeast. 
The word literally means "that which is soured" 
and is related to the Hebrew term 
for "that which is leavened". (Holmans) 
Yeast or leaven, is a Biblical symbol of sin. 
When Jesus took this drink, 
(i.e. a drink which was "leavened"
it is thus symbolic of 
His taking the sins of the world into His body.

On Holy Thursday, we remembered the time that
Jesus washed the feet of His disciples.
Jesus is the perfect servant.
He not only served the disciples by
going down on His knees
to wash their feet,
but He also cleansed them,
and us,
of our sins!


Every week I choose one wonderful visitor
who leaves a comment
to receive an ATC from me.
I know it takes so much time and effort
to leave a comment
and I appreciate it soooo much!


This week,
Random.org chose,
Karen is a wonderful and
sweet person brimming over with
encouragement and love
and lots of ideas!
Go check out her blog
and be blessed!

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20 comments:

  1. Beautiful interpretations of Holy Week events. I love the warm, but solemn vintage feel.

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  2. Wonderful insights from your readings.
    The art is as usual spectacular.
    It is such a pleasure for us, having you post your beautiful card at Word Art Wednesday. We know your time is valuable and yet you bless us with this wonderful artwork. Thank you!
    Carole Robb Bisson
    Word Art Wednesday
    The Blessing of the LORD be Upon You this Easter!

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  3. I'm not always a huge fan of yellow, but your tones are so rich and really work wonderfully! I hope you have a wonderful Easter.

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  4. Patsy: Thank you for your kind words. You are such an encouraging person. Both through your art and your sweet, sweet spirit. Your love for the Lord is contagious, and I am so blessed to have met you.
    Blessings,
    Karen
    Word Art Wednesday

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  5. Love the golden colours and the lettering is wonderful.

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  6. Your pages are beautiful, inspirational. Thank you for sharing your love of our Lord and Savior. Have a Happy Easter.

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  7. I love your artwork and just wanted to wish you a Happy Easter. :)

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  8. A truly lovely page. The subject matter, the composition, the warm tones...all are just lovely. Thank you, Patsy. Blessings to you on Easter Sunday.

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  9. Beautiful paintings and sentiment.

    Easter miracles to you!

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  10. Beautiful paintings! May you have a Blessed Easter.

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    1. Hi Jehanne,
      I totally agreed with you for painting party. Really its superb & memorable one I want to get some details on that. Well! If you want to know some tips over painting class Houston to spend the any kind of party then just go through that.

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  11. Beautiful and spiritual paintings! Happy Easter! <3

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  12. Anonymous8:23 PM

    Happy Easter ~ and lovely creations as always ~ Happy Day ^_^

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  13. such wonderful thoughtful art!

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  14. Your art is always encouraging and motivating. Thank you! :)

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  15. Happy Easter. These are beautiful, spiritual pieces of art.

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  16. Wonderful paintings - I had forgoten about the hyssop plant. He is risen!!

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  17. Patsy, this is a wonderful post. I learned a bit about the hyssop that I had not known. Thank you for your very beautiful and very timely post.

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  18. loving your beautiful interpretation of the bible.
    Happy Easter and HPPF. Annette x

    http://nettysartadventures.blogspot.co.uk/

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  19. This another masterpiece, my friend! You are such a fine artist. Thanks for blessing us with your artwork this week at Word Art Wednesday. Hugs, always!

    JO ANN
    http://jatterburycreations.blogspot.com

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I am so glad you dropped by! You are a blessing!
:^) Patsy