02222022 Tuesday February 22, 2022
3’ x 3’ acrylic mixed media on canvas
I have an overactive mind that’s constantly going over and over things. I take deep breaths constantly throughout the day. Surrendering each time praying for peace of mind. Working on artwork that I can just let it flow and develop on its own is healing on so many levels. Turning everything over to God daily. I feel like just did some spring cleaning in my mind. Release all the clutter!
Ruach (pronounced roo-akh) is the Hebrew word for spirit, breath, or wind. When spoken, the word engages one’s breath and lungs. The first mention of Ruach in the Bible is in the very first chapter of Genesis – Genesis 1:2 to be exact:
“Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit (Ruach) of God was hovering over the waters.”
Genesis 1:2 NIV
https://genesis.bible/genesis-1-2
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I prayed, meditated and researched the reason Jesus came to earth. To seek and save us! A pattern is emerging from the sermons and daily devotions I hear and the words I read in the Bible. Humans are lost and unsatisfied in this material world but centering our life around God can satisfy our soul and renew our mind. Over and over I hear and read #renewyourmind! That is what’s on my Christmas list this year…a new mind! For everyone!!
I struggle with ptsd and mental health issues from a ton of trauma in my past. God is leading me deep down a path of discovery and expression which is easing the grip I have on control. It’s all helping me let go and trust the process. I love researching the visions God lays on my heart. I learned the Mexican legend about poinsettias and a small girl named Pepita. And that Poinsettias are from Mexico and represent the Christmas star, cheer, success and joy. I painted this golden person with red poinsettias blooming from its head to represent rebirth, red for the blood Christ shed, flowers for the cycle of creation, life and death.
“Most of all, let the Word of God fill you and renew your mind every day. When our minds are on Christ, Satan has little room to maneuver.” — Billy Graham.
“Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.”
Romans 12:2 NLT
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