Living the life in the Spirit is very much a relationship. Like any relationship but between the Holy Spirit and the spirit within us. It is every bit as real as the relationships we develop in this world. It has many of the same requirements and just as many difficulties. The main requirement is love. Spiritual love is not like love we know in the flesh. It has the power to bring to life joy and happiness unlike anything this world has to offer. What we experience in the spirit is more poignant in every way. It is much like finding love for the first time but heightened and focused to a fine point. Sometimes it is difficult to function in this world and maintain contact with the spirit of Christ. As with any relationship it must be renewed and reaffirmed. As with relationships in the world it can become stagnant if all we look for is to be the recipient and give nothing. You would soon find yourself alone like you have never experienced before. That alone feeling is not because Christ left you but you turned from Him. Walking hand in hand with the Spirit of Christ means you have to be part of the effort as well. We must go in the same direction hand in hand. Problems and difficulties often become a thing of joy because they are being handled together, never alone. We learn patience and understanding from all we go through. The hurried life only yields confusion and worry. Answers in life are sometimes not immediate as we are want to expect. Relationships are grown into over time, often becoming the unexpected surprises we thought were beyond our reach. Relationships are deeper, have more meaning and substance than that which most know in life. The inward power of the soul is the spirit of Christ within. Be still and ask for His hand and guidance. Be patient. He will answer.
In recent months I have been searching for answers to happenings in my life. There have been many days that inspiration was just not there for something to share. My artist friend in Finland sent me the original art packs that I so loved. There are two images that were especially beautiful. I dove right in and colored both images, one of them twice. The one that captured my heart will be shared this week. Sorry the site no longer has any of her art for sale. She suffered carpal tunnel in both wrists and no longer offers any images. If you wish to check it out anyway it is Imaginanddo.com.
I apologize for images are not a good representation of the actual work but they are close enough. An artist friend saw them two nights ago and was impressed. I hope you like the results.
The image is not as impressive here as it is in person. It is what it is. That will do it for the time being. I will try to post sooner and share the other two images. Thank you so much for stopping by. Remember to always Love The Details in all you do. God Bless.
