“And On My Servants And On My Handmaidens I Will Pour Out In Those Days Of My Spirit; And They Shall Prophesy:” (Acts 2:18, Art

“But ye said, No; for we will flee upon horses; therefore shall ye flee: and, We will ride upon the swift; therefore shall they that pursue you be swift.” (Isaiah 30:16, KJV)
“Let them bring them forth, and shew us what shall happen: let them shew the former things, what they be, that we may consider them, and know the latter end of them; or declare us things for to come.” (Isaiah 41:22, KJV)
But with the righteous He will make peace.

And will protect the elect,
And mercy shall be upon them.

And they shall all belong to God,
And they shall be prospered,
And they shall ⌈all⌉ be blessed.

⌈And He will help them all⌉,
And light shall appear unto them,
⌈And He will make peace with them⌉.
Without words create a picture of mercy and faithfulness in the heavens based on this verse: “For I have said, Mercy shall be built up for ever: thy faithfulness shalt thou establish in the very heavens.” (Psalms 89:2, KJV)
Mystic artist painting ethereal dreams
“For as by one man's disobedience many were made sinners, so by the obedience of one shall many be made righteous.” (Romans 5:19, KJV)
“For as by one man's disobedience many were made sinners, so by the obedience of one shall many be made righteous.” (Romans 5:19, KJV)
A historically accurate and atmospheric depiction of the signing of the Mayflower Compact aboard the ship in November 1620. The scene is set in the dimly lit, cramped cabin of the Mayflower, with the ship's timbers and rigging subtly visible, conveying the challenging conditions of the voyage. A simple table or chest serves as the signing surface. The primary focus is on a small group of the last individuals signing the document: specifically, the indentured servants (or 'strangers' not directly part of the Separatist congregation) approaching or at the table. Their expressions show a mix of weary determination, understanding of the necessity, and perhaps a hint of quiet apprehension or resignation to this new social contract, given their status. They are dressed in the plain, practical clothing typical of 17th-century commoners and laborers. Figures of prominent Pilgrims or 'Saints' (like William Bradford or John Carver) are visible in the background, observing the proceedings with a sense of gravity and leadership, but they are not the central focus. The lighting is low and warm, perhaps from a lantern, creating a chiaroscuro effect that highlights the faces of the signers. The atmosphere conveys the momentousness of the act under difficult circumstances, the diverse composition of the group, and the early seeds of self-governance in a new world. The artistic style is a realistic, historically detailed oil painting, capturing the solemnity and human element of this pivotal historical moment."
Palm-sized mythical horse figurine, anatomically correct with gentle pose and calm expression, subtle wings, minimalist fantasy style, whimsical and serene, soft studio lighting with shallow depth of field, plain background, limited colors, high but restrained detail tiny spirit horse
Neon-Futurism Digital Art Style, Bioluminescent Sci-Fi Cosmic Setting, High-Contrast Composition. A wide, cinematic view looking down the infinite highway.

The Rider & Bike Consistency: The lone motorcyclist—in the signature sleek, armored suit and helmet—is speeding forward on the hubless "light-cycle" sportbike. The cyan and orange neon rings of the wheels cast a sharp glow on the road surface as the rider leans forward for maximum speed.

The Path (The Ecliptic Divide): The glowing blue laser-grid highway acts as a clear boundary line, cutting a straight path through a turbulent sector of space.

The Aries Presence (The Right): To the right of the highway towers the colossal, majestic Aries. The ram is a construct of burning white-gold energy and crystalline horns. Its form is noble and steady, radiating a protective, warrior-like light across the path.

The Leviathan Presence (The Left): To the left of the highway, emerging from a dark, swirling indigo nebula, is the massive, mysterious Leviathan. It is a serpentine cosmic entity made of obsidian scales and deep violet bioluminescence, representing the vast unknown of the deep cosmos.

The Action: The rider is perfectly centered between these two titanic forces, representing the balance of courage as they move toward the next horizon.

Atmosphere: A "clash of lights" where the warm gold of the Ram meets the cool violets of the Leviathan, with the rider’s cyan bike acting as the bridge between them.
Neon-Futurism Digital Art Style, Bioluminescent Sci-Fi Cosmic Setting, High-Contrast Composition. A wide, cinematic view looking down the infinite highway.

The Rider & Bike Consistency: The lone motorcyclist—in the signature sleek, armored suit and helmet—is speeding forward on the hubless "light-cycle" sportbike. The cyan and orange neon rings of the wheels cast a sharp glow on the road surface as the rider leans forward for maximum speed.

The Path (The Ecliptic Divide): The glowing blue laser-grid highway acts as a clear boundary line, cutting a straight path through a turbulent sector of space.

The Aries Presence (The Right): To the right of the highway towers the colossal, majestic Aries. The ram is a construct of burning white-gold energy and crystalline horns. Its form is noble and steady, radiating a protective, warrior-like light across the path.

The Leviathan Presence (The Left): To the left of the highway, emerging from a dark, swirling indigo nebula, is the massive, mysterious Leviathan. It is a serpentine cosmic entity made of obsidian scales and deep violet bioluminescence, representing the vast unknown of the deep cosmos.

The Action: The rider is perfectly centered between these two titanic forces, representing the balance of courage as they move toward the next horizon.

Atmosphere: A "clash of lights" where the warm gold of the Ram meets the cool violets of the Leviathan, with the rider’s cyan bike acting as the bridge between them.
“And as they were eating, Jesus took bread, and blessed it, and brake it, and gave it to the disciples, and said, Take, eat; this is my body. And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, Drink ye all of it; For this is my blood of the new testament, which is shed for many for the remission of sins. But I say unto you, I will not drink henceforth of this fruit of the vine, until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father's kingdom.” (Matthew 26:26-29, KJV)
For I have said, Mercy shall be built up for ever: thy faithfulness shalt thou establish in the very heavens.” (Psalms 89:2 KJV)
Palm-sized mythical horse figurine, anatomically correct with gentle pose and calm expression, subtle wings, minimalist fantasy style, whimsical and serene, soft studio lighting with shallow depth of field, plain background, limited colors, high but restrained detail
“Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.” (Matthew 7:21, KJV)
Now, those captains must learn what the river will do
when it makes that great turn out of sight.
How it dashes them up on the rocks of the shore
How it spins to the left and the right.
It beats them and breaks them and crushes their pride
Leaves them dizzy and sick and all jumbled inside
‘til they’ve all but forgotten that glorious ride
lying flat on their deck in the sun.
There they lie, drying out in the sun.

As you round the point where the river was bent
and survey the great wideness ahead,
you can see all those captains alone on their decks,
beat and broken and very near dead.
Then the current takes hold and there’s naught you can do
as it drags you down into its maw.
Headed straight for those rocks, you make ready to crash
but at last, you rise up, roll and yaw.

Going back and away, then forward again,
fearing each time, the rocks will prevail!
You’re trapped in a cycling, circling tide,
in an eddy withstanding a gale.
But each time you circle that great whirling tide
and you’ve not hit the rocks or been thrown to the side
and you’re kept from the falls, cascading and wide,
for the eddy’s small mercy give praise.
Give the merciful currents your praise!
Now, those captains must learn what the river will do
when it makes that great turn out of sight.
How it dashes them up on the rocks of the shore
How it spins to the left and the right.
It beats them and breaks them and crushes their pride
Leaves them dizzy and sick and all jumbled inside
‘til they’ve all but forgotten that glorious ride
lying flat on their deck in the sun.
There they lie, drying out in the sun.

As you round the point where the river was bent
and survey the great wideness ahead,
you can see all those captains alone on their decks,
beat and broken and very near dead.
Then the current takes hold and there’s naught you can do
as it drags you down into its maw.
Headed straight for those rocks, you make ready to crash
but at last, you rise up, roll and yaw.

Going back and away, then forward again,
fearing each time, the rocks will prevail!
You’re trapped in a cycling, circling tide,
in an eddy withstanding a gale.
But each time you circle that great whirling tide
and you’ve not hit the rocks or been thrown to the side
and you’re kept from the falls, cascading and wide,
for the eddy’s small mercy give praise.
Give the merciful currents your praise!
Palm-sized mythical horse figurine, anatomically correct with gentle pose and calm expression, subtle wings, minimalist fantasy style, whimsical and serene, soft studio lighting with shallow depth of field, plain background, limited colors, high but restrained detail tiny spirit horse
I sat, long ago, on an Asian hill with a Shakya Mundi friend, and watched the autumn leaves fall down from high above, giants in the forest casting off their wakefulness, falling progressively into winter’s long, white sleep. 

“The important thing to know about trees” he said, “is that they are most beautiful in autumn; just before the winter snow.  They live and grow through the entire year just for these brief moments of stunning beauty.  We are like that.” He said, “but we have only one autumn, and a very long winter.”
And now, thou who hatest insolence; thou who dost abound in mercy; thou who art the protector of all things; appear quickly to those of the race of Israel, who are insulted by abhorred, lawless gentiles. 
(3 Maccabees 6:9 Brenton)
And now, thou who hatest insolence; thou who dost abound in mercy; thou who art the protector of all things; appear quickly to those of the race of Israel, who are insulted by abhorred, lawless gentiles. 
(3 Maccabees 6:9 Brenton)
a group of nuts and bolts on a blue and pink background
“And as they were eating, Jesus took bread, and blessed it, and brake it, and gave it to the disciples, and said, Take, eat; this is my body. And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, Drink ye all of it; For this is my blood of the new testament, which is shed for many for the remission of sins. But I say unto you, I will not drink henceforth of this fruit of the vine, until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father's kingdom.” (Matthew 26:26-29, KJV) Use Matzo style bread
“Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.” (Matthew 11:29, KJV)
“Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.” (Matthew 11:29, KJV)
“And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write; These things saith he which hath the sharp sword with two edges; He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; To him that overcometh will I give to eat of the hidden manna, and will give him a white stone, and in the stone a new name written, which no man knoweth saving he that receiveth it.” (Revelation 2:12,17, KJV)
Southeast Asia.  Modern day.  The damaged and the broken ones; all rooted in the past,
	live life the way it always was, from their first day to their last.
	Motes of dust in beams of light, in the darkness of this day,
	we tip the hat and give a nod, for the truth we can’t convey.

	Everything is real, but nothing matters, anyway.
	Where life is only what must be, from the cradle to the grave.
	Everyone does what they can:  Nothing less, but sure no more. 
	Tip the hat and give a nod to the ones who’ve gone before.
	We tip our hats and give the nod to the world we’ve all ignored
“For as by one man's disobedience many were made sinners, so by the obedience of one shall many be made righteous.” (Romans 5:19, KJV)
a surreal Victorian faerie scene in a dense moonlit woodland, tiny luminous faeries perched on glowing mushrooms and curling flower petals, central faerie figure standing gracefully with layered iridescent wings, surrounded by clusters of miniature woodland spirits whispering and observing, jewel‑tone palette of ruby, emerald, sapphire, and opal glows, tall twisting trees framing the scene with hanging blossoms and tangled vines, soft mist drifting across the forest floor, delicate theatrical lighting illuminating faces and wings, scattered bioluminescent insects hovering in the air, intricate Victorian fabrics and filigree details on garments, dreamlike composition with overlapping layers of figures and foliage, painterly textures with fine detail and soft halos of light, styled in the artistic approach of John Anster Fitzgerald, 19th‑century fantasy illustration with whimsical yet mysterious atmosphere
Golden Age Fantasy Illustration Style, Painterly Realism, Crystalline Underwater Photography Aesthetic. A stunning view looking straight down through impossibly clear, glassy ocean water, as if peering over the edge of a ship. Below, on the white sand seabed, are the seaweed-covered ruins of a sunken, ancient civilization.

The Merpeople: A royal hunting party of Narnian Merpeople is riding on seas horses through the submerged streets. They are not gentle, fairy-tale creatures, but possess a wild, fierce majesty. They ride large, powerful, scaled hippocamps (mythical sea-horses).

Key Figures & Details: The Mer-King, with flowing white hair and a stern expression, wears armor crafted from iridescent pearl and abalone shells, brandishing a long spear tipped with gold. His powerful tail is deep amethyst. A fierce Mer-Queen rides beside him, her colors shimmering emerald and gold. Smaller merfolk follow, shaking spears.

Lighting & Atmosphere: Bright shafts of sunlight pierce the deep water, illuminating the underwater dust motes and making the scales of the merfolk and their mounts sparkle intensely. The mood is silent, ancient, and awe-inspiring.
A historically accurate and atmospheric depiction of the signing of the Mayflower Compact aboard the ship in November 1620. The scene is set in the dimly lit, cramped cabin of the Mayflower, with the ship's timbers and rigging subtly visible, conveying the challenging conditions of the voyage. A simple table or chest serves as the signing surface. The primary focus is on a small group of the last individuals signing the document: specifically, the indentured servants (or 'strangers' not directly part of the Separatist congregation) approaching or at the table. Their expressions show a mix of weary determination, understanding of the necessity, and perhaps a hint of quiet apprehension or resignation to this new social contract, given their status. They are dressed in the plain, practical clothing typical of 17th-century commoners and laborers. Figures of prominent Pilgrims or 'Saints' (like William Bradford or John Carver) are visible in the background, observing the proceedings with a sense of gravity and leadership, but they are not the central focus. The lighting is low and warm, perhaps from a lantern, creating a chiaroscuro effect that highlights the faces of the signers. The atmosphere conveys the momentousness of the act under difficult circumstances, the diverse composition of the group, and the early seeds of self-governance in a new world. The artistic style is a realistic, historically detailed oil painting, capturing the solemnity and human element of this pivotal historical moment."
An Asian Slice
At the dark end of an alley on a moonless night,
A youth squats low to the ground, turned toward the wall with his face in his lap.  Someone might think he’s sleeping.  He’s smoking heroin.  Soon he’ll fall over and soil himself, and stay right there until dawn.

Back at the neon-lit mouth of this dark alley, 
hookers walk back and forth, hurrying to get past the alley, either for fear or because is smells so bad.  Eyelids, all painted golden, Asian whores always look like they’re made of candy.  Candy it is; but a snarling cat awaits its prey.
He that toucheth pitch shall be defiled therewith; and he that hath fellowship with a proud man shall be like unto him. (Sirach 13:1)
“To him that overcometh will I grant to sit with me in my throne, even as I also overcame, and am set down with my Father in his throne. He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches.” (Revelation 3:21-22, KJV)
A cinematic, hyper-realistic shot of a person standing in a serene, sun-drenched meadow at dawn. They have their eyes closed and a peaceful, joyful expression, with hands gently placed over their heart. A soft, radiant golden light emanates from within their chest, symbolizing the Spirit. In the deep shadows behind them, a dark, dusty wine goblet sits forgotten and untouched. Swirling, ethereal ribbons of light—resembling flowing musical staves—dance in the air around them. Warm atmosphere, divine glow, 8k resolution, highly detailed, no text, no words.
A koi pond seen from above, orange and white koi fish swimming among lily pads, clear water with subtle ripples, fallen cherry blossom petals floating on the surface, dappled sunlight
Cowgirls riding on horses
Seek him that maketh the seven stars and Orion, and turneth the shadow of death into the morning, and maketh the day dark with night: that calleth for the waters of the sea, and poureth them out upon the face of the earth: The LORD is his name: 
(Amos 5:8 KJV)
Seek him that maketh the seven stars and Orion, and turneth the shadow of death into the morning, and maketh the day dark with night: that calleth for the waters of the sea, and poureth them out upon the face of the earth: The LORD is his name: 
(Amos 5:8 KJV)
animal standing in natural pose
I have a little shadow that goes in and out with me,
And what can be the use of him is more than
I can see.
He is very, very like me from the heels up to the head;
And I see him jump before me, when I jump into my bed.
The funniest thing about him is the way he likes to grow—
Not at all like proper children, which is always very slow;
For he sometimes shoots up taller like an india-rubber ball,
And he sometimes goes so little that there’s none of him at all.
He hasn’t got a notion of how children ought to play,
And can only make a fool of me in every sort of way.
He stays so close behind me, he’s a coward you can see;
I’d think shame to stick to nursie as that shadow sticks to me!
One morning, very early, before the sun was up,
I rose and found the shining dew on every buttercup;
But my lazy little shadow, like an arrant sleepy-head,
Had stayed at home behind me and was fast asleep in bed.
"A group of determined 19th-century gold miners panning for gold in a shallow, rocky stream in the Sierra Nevada mountains during the California Gold Rush. They are wearing rugged, worn clothing and wide-brimmed hats. Sunlight filters through pine trees, casting dappled light on the scene. One miner is intensely focused on his gold pan, while another is sifting through gravel. The water is clear, revealing pebbles and glints of potential gold. The background shows a rugged, forested landscape with distant hills."