Yay, I am finally getting caught up with my His Holy Name challenges, this one is for the current study on the Attributes of God - Judge is the topic of this one! Forums at Splitcoaststampers
The minute we think of God as a Judge we all think of doom and gloom....I have certainly read many scriptures of the consequences of sin and judgement, but there are also many that tell is that God judges the heart - if our hearts are for Him and right with Him, we have nothing to fear! I was greatly comforted by this scripture - the Lord is our judge, lawgiver and KING will care for us and SAVE US!! That is good enough for me - I know that there are many times in my life I need saving - mostly from myself!!! I am often the biggest hindrance in my relationship with God..I need to get out of the way and often can't see that - but the Lord will save me!! PHEW!!
There is a lot of symbolism in this card - you know how I love symbolism with these....The chair represents God's Throne, the Crown, the fact that the Lord is King and the Dove is the Holy Spirit! The wings are symbolic of celestial beings and the Bible, of God's Word, which will never pass away, which we are judged by! I have used purple and gold as they represent royalty...our Lord is King!
I have added Nail Bling to the Crown and Kindy Glitz and Gold Gel pen to add shimmer and sparkle to this card, not all over but on the crown and the wings....you can see how much it adds in the close up on my Blog: http://lovelylindascraftcentral.blogspot.com/
and there is a little YUMBLY something over there for you too!!
This card is also for the Divine Design Challenge and the Flourishes Fit for Royalty Challenge, celebrating their second birthday! I love the Flourishes Challenges: http://flourishesnewsletter.blogspot.com/
Thank you for looking and for your comments, they are always so encouraging and make my day!!
Date: Monday, August 10, 2009 GMT Views: 1061
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Tue, Aug 11, 2009 @ 2:35 AM
Really lovely Linda! Yes, I can see all of the symbolism in this beautiful and thoughtful card. I love how you explain the judgement of God in such wonderful and comforting terms! Beautiful work Linda.
Registered: September 17, 2006 Location: San Marcos, Tx Posts: 3011
Tue, Aug 11, 2009 @ 4:05 AM
Words to live by, a vision to behold. Beautiful Linda, absolutely a testimony to your faith and your art!
------------------------------ Ich bin Klein. Mach mein Herze rein Soll niemand anderen drin wohnen Als Jesus allein. (I am little. Make my heart clean. Don't let anyone else live in it but Jesus alone.)
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Tue, Aug 11, 2009 @ 6:34 AM
Linda, this representation screams ROYALTY! The colors are so perfect and the symbolism rich. I love the scripture you chose and the lovely way you presented it. I am so thankful for a Loving Judge, Who sees all things. Bless your heart, this is gorgeous! LYMI
------------------------------ Pat Smethers "The Lord will guide you always; He will satisfy your needs in a sun scorched land and strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden." Isaiah 58:11
Registered: May 18, 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 24623
Thu, Aug 13, 2009 @ 5:15 PM
Outstanding job on your card Linda. The attention you paid to each detail and the symbolization is just awesome. You created an over the top card with this one Linda!! TFS!!
------------------------------ Pam Co-Founder of The Punchkateerz! Fan Club Member FS149, QFTD44