“And To Jesus The Mediator Of The New Covenant, And To The Blood Of Sprinkling, That Speaketh Better Things Than That Of Abel.” Art

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.
New York City
New York City
“But I would ye should understand, brethren, that the things which happened unto me have fallen out rather unto the furtherance of the gospel; So that my bonds in Christ are manifest in all the palace, and in all other places; And many of the brethren in the Lord, waxing confident by my bonds, are much more bold to speak the word without fear.” (Philippians 1:12-14, KJV)
portrait of two people together
a painting of two men standing next to each other
a group of people standing next to each other
portrait of two people together
portrait of two people together
portrait of two people together
“And I will shew wonders in heaven above, and signs in the earth beneath; blood, and fire, and vapour of smoke:” (Acts 2:19, KJV)
portrait of two people together
portrait of two people together
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.
serene landscape with mountains and water
serene landscape with mountains and water
still life arrangement of fruits and flowers
still life arrangement of fruits and flowers
portrait of a person with expressive eyes
“But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly. But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking. Be not ye therefore like unto them: for your Father knoweth what things ye have need of, before ye ask him. After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen. For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you: But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.” (Matthew 6:6-15, KJV)
First century Palestine.  Jesus sits on a rock on a hillside teaching a large group of His disciples.  The Sermon on the Mount.  Jesus wears a plain robe like most ordinary men.  Jesus' face is kind, but intense, as He teaches. The other people are mostly peasants, farmers, and tradesmen.  There are also women present, wearing plain, everyday clothing.  Some couples have also brought their children.  The Sea of Galilee shines in the far distance.
A close up of an eye. Around the eye are daisy petals - as if the eye is the center of the daisy. In the pupil a picture of Jesus swinging a little girl with long red hair, her arms around His neck, close-up view, macro perspective, joyful mood, golden hour color palette, god rays lighting, framing composition, masterpiece, best quality, ultra detailed, sharp focus, highly detailed
A close up of an eye. Around the eye are daisy petals - as if the eye is the center of the daisy with the soft yellow lining the eye. In the pupil there is a field of daisies and picture of Jesus hugging a little girl with long red hair, her arms around His neck, close-up view, macro perspective, joyful mood, golden hour color palette, god rays lighting, rule of thirds composition, masterpiece, best quality, ultra detailed, sharp focus, highly detailed
portrait of two people together
portrait of two people together
portrait of two people together
portrait of two people together
portrait of two people together
 Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.
still life arrangement of fruits and flowers
still life arrangement of fruits and flowers
still life arrangement of fruits and flowers
still life arrangement of fruits and flowers
still life arrangement of fruits and flowers
still life arrangement of fruits and flowers
still life arrangement of fruits and flowers

And the gold of that land is good: there is bdellium and the onyx stone. 
(Genesis 2:12 KJV)
Generate a warm and inviting image of the Silver Moon Cafe in Santa Rosa, New Mexico, as it might have appeared in the 1950s or early 1960s. The focus should be on its classic diner exterior, featuring a prominent sign with its name. Show a few vintage cars from the era, such as a Chevrolet Bel Air or a Ford Fairlane, parked outside. The lighting should evoke a late afternoon or early evening glow, with a hint of warm light emanating from the cafe's windows. Capture the nostalgic, unpretentious atmosphere of a vital stop on Route 66, suggesting a place where travelers and locals alike would find comfort food and a friendly welcome. The style should be realistic but with a slightly enhanced, cinematic feel that highlights the retro charm
Generate a warm and inviting image of the Silver Moon Cafe in Santa Rosa, New Mexico, as it might have appeared in the 1950s or early 1960s. The focus should be on its classic diner exterior, featuring a prominent sign with its name. Show a few vintage cars from the era, such as a Chevrolet Bel Air or a Ford Fairlane, parked outside. The lighting should evoke a late afternoon or early evening glow, with a hint of warm light emanating from the cafe's windows. Capture the nostalgic, unpretentious atmosphere of a vital stop on Route 66, suggesting a place where travelers and locals alike would find comfort food and a friendly welcome. The style should be realistic but with a slightly enhanced, cinematic feel that highlights the retro charm
serene landscape with mountains and water
a painting of a man with his arms crossed
a painting of a woman with long hair