God Anticipated the Cross
by Hazel Holland
Title
God Anticipated the Cross
Artist
Hazel Holland
Medium
Painting - Watercolor
Description
Five years ago I was compelled to paint this watercolor as the Holy Spirit moved upon my heart to depict the sacrificial love that sent God's Son to the cross. Today I'm compelled again to post this watercolor with this quote from Paul Young that so touched my heart.
"God did not invent the cross, but anticipated it. It was the worst torture device that human beings could ever create, so that is where the Father, Son and Holy Spirit went, to camp inside our losses, the place where we would use this torture device to even kill God. And God says 'Bring it on.' And then He transforms a man-made torture device into a beautiful icon of grace and a monument of compassionate kindness... He took our wrath. He met us at our deepest, darkest places, and embraced us. And now He climbs into our messes and begins to transform us from the inside out." ♥
* Top Finisher in "God We Trust Logo" contest 9/12/16
* Won 2nd place in the "Crucifixion" contest 4/23/17
* Won 2nd place in "Lenten Journey" contest 3/16/18
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March 12th, 2015
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Comments (31)
Pamela Williams
This unique and creative artwork has been featured on the Art District Group home page. Congrats for this tremendous accomplishment! Please archive your work in the groups "Feature Archives & Thank You Thread"...Pamela
Hazel Holland replied:
Pamela, thank you so much for featuring "God Anticipated the Cross" in the "Art District" group. Your support is truly appreciated!
Michael Mirijan
This delightful picture is featured on the Master page of the “PHENOMENAL CLUB” group, and may it be known, that the author is a full member of that exceptional group. Hearty congratulations to the great artist.
Hazel Holland replied:
Michael Mirijan, thank you so much for featuring "God Anticipated the Cross" in the "PHENOMENAL CLUB" group. Your support is truly appreciated!
Anne Gifford
Today is Good Friday, and your amazing painting is most appropriate for this moment. Thank you for sharing your art with the world, Hazel. like/f
Marsha Heiken
Hazel,Beautiful painting. He helps me carry my pain and I need Him with all my Heart. Your writing is lovely. Thanks for comment on abstract. Bless you,Marsha FV
Hazel Holland replied:
Marsha, thanks again for your encouraging support about my art and writing! Blessings on your day!
Kimberlee Baxter
This captures the agony that Our Dear Lord and Savior had to endure for all of mankind, Hazel! This is absolutely perfect as an image for Easter or as a reminder for anytime of the sacrifice, as well as the triumph, that Jesus made for us, because though he was crucified to the point of death, on the third day, he arose! Ours is the Victory--the battle has already been won--all man has to do is to accept the Gift He has given us--Eternal Salvation! Fave! L/F/FB/P!
Hazel Holland replied:
Kimberlee, thanks so much for your very generous comments and support! Have a blessed Easter!
Hazel Holland
Thanks so much for your very kind comment and for your l/f support, Eleanor! So glad the quote made the painting so meaningful to you!
Eleanor Abramson
Great work! Thanks for sharing the quote also. Makes the painting even more moving. l/f
Hazel Holland
John Bailey, thanks so much for featuring "God Anticipated the Cross " in the group "Images the Excite You". I really appreciate your support!
Hazel Holland
Lisa Holland-Gillem, thanks so much for featuring "God Anticipated the Cross " in the group "In the Mood". I really appreciate your support!
Hazel Holland
David Neace, thanks so much for featuring "God Anticipated the Cross " in the group "Created by my Hands". I really appreciate your support!
Hazel Holland
Tina M Wenger, thanks so much for featuring "God Anticipated the Cross " in the group "ABFA". I really appreciate your support!
John Bailey
Congratulations on being featured in the Fine Art America Group "Images That Excite You!"