God's Art Gallery

At last Saturday’s “A Morning Apart”, we dared to look at ourselves through God’s eyes.  Using Mark 1: 10-12 as a cornerstone, we listened to a voice from heaven that proclaims;  "YOU are my Beloved".  As if that were not risky enough, we were offered the opportunity to look at ourselves in a mirror; move past the bad hair day, the wrinkles, the dark circles under the eyes, the blemishes, any fears, doubts, or hurts we try to conceal, to the beloved child which God claims as His own.

During the quiet time, small canvases were available to paint a self-portrait, in whatever way one chose, to represent the true self; God's Beloved.  The results were remarkable.  From realistic to abstract, flowers, trees, mountains, and doves; each person became vulnerable with God. 

In our closing reflection, my friend declared the altar had become “God’s art gallery”.   And indeed it had!

If you’ve never looked into a mirror  to see yourself as God sees you, give it a try.  It’s a bit scary, but you just might be surprised at the reflection gazing back at you.

“You are my Son (my Daughter), the Beloved; with you I am well pleased.