The Bride of Christ Print
The Bride of Christ Print
This is a print of my original collage art done in acrylic. Stencils in the background are made by StencilGirl and Tim Holtz! The words on the print are from a poem I wrote years ago about our identity in Christ. The words ARE clear on the print.
This print is on pearl lustre paper, which has a beautiful finish. It is available as an 8x10 print on 8x10 paper. The print is slightly smaller than the paper so there is a small border for a mat, if you decide to mat and frame it.
Here is the poem”
Please do not copy or distribute this poem without my permission. It is my original work. Thank you!
(This platform doesn’t allow for a large enough file to make the words clear on the photo—but the ARE clear on the print!)
Garments
It’s time for a change of apparel, it seems
These garments no longer fit
The dark sweats of shame do not compare
to the beautiful garments of praise
My Savior has wrapped me in new clothes today
They are beautiful, made for royalty
It is hard to imagine how He intended
These gem-laden garments for me
The crown of beauty is on my head
The oil of joy flowing down
As God claimed me as one of his own
The spirit of despair was cast down.
He’s turned my tragedy to treasure
He took my filthy ash-covered self
Wiped off my face and my head and my heart
He replaced it with heavenly wealth
So now I accept his healing touch
The reflections too much to bear
Unworthy, I am but made worthy by Him
It’s time to exit this lair
He’s unbinding the bondage while binding my heart
breaking the links of the chain
With gentle love and skilled hands
He is healing my pain
From trembling to bravery
from fear to boldness
I step out anew on this day
I trust Him with what He has done
And I’m hearing the words that He says
“All beautiful you are, my darling
there is no flaw in you”
Your words pierce through my heart
“Show me your face, let me hear your voice”
I look in the mirror- I fear falling apart
“For your voice is sweet and your face is lovely”
I believe what you say, I am ready to start
Adopting the way that you think
transforming my mind, renewing my life
no longer will I hide or flee
All yours, I am
Now courageous and strong
Conquering strongholds within
Free to be who you fully intended
when you carefully crafted me
Copyright by Merri Lewis 2010
