Art Parables

 Cast Your Cares                          © 2014 Debbie Turner Chavers 1Peter 5:7  Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you. Casting all my care.  I have heard this  scripture many times over the years but was recently shown its meaning in a different manner.  Life tends to try to weigh us down with a net of cares.  Everyone has a care of some sort or a multitude of cares.  God never meant us to be weighed down with care.  JESUS warned us to take no thought for tomorrow in a worrisome way.  On some days it is a struggle to obey this admonition.  When I was shown this art parable by the Lord, I was having one of those days. I was discouraged and feeling overwhelmed by many things that only God could fix.  Each way I examined the care, the more impossible it appeared and so I became discouraged. The Holy Spirit, as He often does, reminded me ...

Art Parable-Isaiah 42:7 © 2013 Debbie Turner Chavers Close-up of Eyes © 2013 Debbie Turner Chavers Jesus came to set the captives free. His word brings understanding and opens our eyes to the truth. If you are in a prison of lies and darkness, God has sent forth His Son, Jesus Christ to deliver you and set you free.  The prison walls are lies that have been erected in our minds and are removed stone by stone as God's Spirit and Word replace the lies of the enemy. The stones that are written on have Isaiah 42:7 printed on them to represent that God's word replaces lies and brings freedom and reveals light to those imprisoned by lies. Isaiah 42:7  To open the blind eyes, to bring out the prisoners from the prison, and them that sit in darkness out of the prison house. In 2 Corinthians 4:3 it shows the condition of an unredeemed mind.  It states "But if the gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost: 2 Corinthians 4:4 In whom the god of this worl...

 Psalm 23-Beside Still Waters © 2008 Debbie Turner Chavers Psalm 23:1-6 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside still  waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever. ~Debbie You can read more articles featuring this Art Parable... I Heard Your Voice "Father" Me Prayer Additional scriptures John 10:27-28 My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me: And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck t...

Invisible Walls, Luke 4:18, Setting the Captives Free © 1996 Debbie Turner Chavers My Initial Art Journal Sketch Each person may have walls that have been erected within and around them. A box made of invisible walls. The walls could be self -built. For some, only the wisdom found in God’s word reveals the box. So many people remain in bondage, waiting for their release. The King of Kings, Jesus Christ has paid for and Holds the Keys to set them free. I was “a them”. I sketched myself naked, enclosed and sitting in a puddle of tears. For this was my life before the Risen, Lord Jesus set me free. The box or boxes can have many names. Fear, Anger, Depression, Sexual Sin, Self Sufficiency, Pride, the list can be quite long. Jesus will set you free . He died and rose again to give you life everlasting, freedom to accept the unmerited favor of His grace and His shed blood for the removal of your sins. Revelation 19:13 And he [was] clothed with a vesture dipped in blood: ...

 Cleansed and Redeemed, The Initial Sketch from my Journal © 1996 Debbie Turner Chavers Lately I have been thinking about the many ways that God teaches us and opens our eyes to His Truth, Christ Jesus.  A scripture admonition came to mind and I decided I needed to post some, if not all of my journal sketches pertaining to my Art Parables.  1 Corinthians 1:21   For after that in the wisdom of God the world by wisdom knew not God, it pleased God by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believe. For years I have waited to show them to a wider audience  due to waiting on the ability to have them painted instead of just sketched.  But recently I recognised my pride concerning the matter.  It is the Holy Spirit who gives one the eyes to see the Art Parable not the painter :-)!  So I may change a few of the sketches during the final painted rendition but I am going to post the initial images that God gave me over the years.  ...

1/2 Hearted Obedience, Double-Minded Man © 2013 Debbie Turner Chavers I see this as a double image of the Water-man. There is a form of half-hearted obedience that causes that which needs to be done to not be done. Mainly our total submission to the Way and plan of God. So many times scripture reference the heart as the seat of emotion and functioning like the mind. I painted a darker blue line from the very enlarged heart from the head to emphasize the division and a type of blood line from the heart to the feet. I faded out the arms because it is hard to be truly productive when the other members are larger or are more dominant than necessary. Our emotions, heart, and our mind need to agree and focus on God's word. Otherwise the thing that is needed usually is not accomplished. We become half hearted in our endeavors and in our obedience . Jesus stayed His course, He finished what He came to do here on earth for our salvation. We also have a purpose while on this e...

 Dance of Trust © 2012 Debbie Turner Chavers Water-Man series During this past summer I wrote a journal entry titled " Dance of Trust". I wondered why I wrote this and asked God what it meant soon after.  Later I was reading several of my journal entries and God showed me, the art parable which I have painted called "Dance of Trust."  I saw someone being taught to dance similar to learning the Box Step.  Being led through the steps patiently, one step at a time. Repeated until the student can dance successfully.  Repeated until the student is able to teach another the dance. I am learning to dance as I lean on His Word, study His word, and my one on one time in His presence. I can see Jesus holding my hands, instructing me in this dance called my life.  To learn , I must let Him lead, and I must follow His lead to learn this "Dance of Trust." Join me ~Debbie You can read more articles featuring this Art Parable... ...

 Ye Must Be Born Again-John 3:3 © 2012 Debbie Turner Chavers Water-Man Series Close-up of "Ye must Be Born Again" © 2012 Debbie Turner Chavers Water-Man Series John 3:3 is written around the keyhole opening I see Jesus throughout His written word. Chew on, digest the many word pictures He gives us to consider in His word.  Jesus is "the Way" the Door", and without Him we have and know nothing as we should.  ~Debbie You can read more articles featuring this Art Parable... Repost of Ye Must Be Born Again Poem of Ye Must Be Born Again The Commission  There are 3 verses in the scripture that use "born again" John 3:3 Jesus answered and said unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again , he cannot see the kingdom of God. John 3: 7   Marvel not that I said unto thee, Ye must be born again . 1 Peter 1:23   Being born again , not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, by the word of God, ...

And God Said, Let There Be © 2004 Debbie Turner Chavers Genesis 1:1-3 In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth. And the earth was without form, and void; and darkness [was] upon the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters. And God said, Let there be light: and there was light. And God saw the light, that [it was] good: and God divided the light from the darkness. And God called the light Day, and the darkness he called Night. And the evening and the morning were the first day. And God said, Let there be a firmament in the midst of the waters, and let it divide the waters from the waters. And God made the firmament, and divided the waters which [were] under the firmament from the waters which [were] above the firmament: and it was so. And God called the firmament Heaven. And the evening and the morning were the second day. As you read the bible it is important to remember " And God said, Let there be " Life can seem...

In Christ, Christ in Me © 2012 Debbie Turner Chavers Do you know that as a disciple/child of God that Jesus is in you, and you are in Jesus the Christ, the anointed one? I painted this Water-man as light and fire to represent the Light of the world, Jesus Christ, the risen, resurrected Christ.  The triple imaged Water-man is a representation of Jesus, us, and Jesus in us. It encourages me to think on the fact that Jesus lives in me and that I am in Him.  As I serve God, rest in God, live in God. In Christ, Christ in me.   Surrounded on all sides by God's love. John 17:23   I in them , and thou in me, that they may be made perfect in one; and that the world may know that thou hast sent me, and hast loved them, as thou hast loved me. Romans 8:10   And if Christ [be] in you , the body [is] dead because of sin; but the Spirit [is] life because of righteousness. Romans 8:11   But if the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell i...

Hear and Obey © 2011 Debbie Turner Chavers Are you listening to the voice of the Lord?   Has the sin of disobedience stuffed your ears ? When I was young, people would say "Take the cotton out of your ears." In my painting of the Art Parable, "Hear and Obey", the cotton ball in the Water-man's ear  represents willful disobedience . You can choose to hear and obey God's word.  If you have stopped your ears from hearing the word of the Lord, remove the cotton of disobedience. Open your ears to receive God's good word for and to you. Matthew 11:15 He that hath ears to hear, let him hear. Mark 7:16 If any man have ears to hear, let him hear. Luke 9:35   And there came a voice out of the cloud, saying, This is my beloved Son: hear him. ~Debbie You can read more articles featuring this Art Parable.. Do You Have a Ready Mind? Hear and Obey Repost of Hear and Obey Hear and Obey/3 **Strongs concordance gave these meanings in c...

Life Line -The Word and Blood of Jesus Christ, Do Not Let Go © 2011 Debbie Turner Chavers Nahum 1:7 The LORD is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; And he knoweth them that trust in him. No matter what you may face. God has promised to be with His children. Hold tightly unto His word. Regardless of apparent darkness, His Word, Jesus Christ, the light of the world will sustain you. Do not let go of His Word.   Get in agreement with God and His Word. Say what He says. Do not let go of His Word. Through the shed blood of Jesus Christ and the application of His word, He will sustain you. The red rope represents the blood and the Word of God, the rope has Jesus, Proverbs 4:13 written in it and "Do not let go." ~Debbie You can read more articles featuring this Art Parable.. Prayer-Do Not Let Go Repost of Life line Selah-Pause and Consider The Scent of Water Trust God Here are more scriptures to consider.  Proverbs 4:13 Take fast hold of...

 The Prodigal and Family copyright © 2010 Debbie Turner Chavers The Prodigal is an example of choices and God's redeeming love for you and I. Most people at one time or another identify with being the prodigal son, but I want you to notice the pouting eldest son. It is hard to watch someone else use and abuse the mercy of God and not be offended, even as the elder son was offended. To work day in day out to do the right thing and still see it rain on the just and the unjust. But there is a need to remember that all that He is, all that He has, He has given to us, to those who would call upon His name and walk in fellowship with Him. Luke 15: 31, And he said unto him, Son, thou art ever with me, and all that I have is thine. Luke 15:17   And when he came to himself. The very thing that causes me to worship God because of His goodness to me, makes it hard to understand the choice that He gives us all. The ability to choose, even if the choice is wrong. God h...

Time= Eternity  copyright © 2010 Debbie Turner Chavers Matthew 24:35,36  Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away. But of that day and hour knoweth no [man], no, not the angels of heaven, but my Father only. There will be an end to all things. Do not tarry , no man knows the hour or day, but the Father. ~Debbie From original drawn sketch  © 1996 Debbie Turner Chavers. You can read more articles featuring this Art Parable... Repost of Time=Eternity Time For a New Year, New Life The Agenda Time=Eternity Poem  Countdown to Failure: 1,2 -3- 2,1 and New Leadership Romans 10:13  For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved. 2 Peter 3:13-14  Nevertheless we, according to his promise, look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness. Wherefore, beloved, seeing that you look for such things, be diligent that you may be found of him in peace, without spot, and blameles...

 Be a Light, He Went That Way © 2010 Debbie Turner Chavers . Acts 1:11  Which also said, Ye men of Galilee, why stand ye gazing up into heaven? this same Jesus, which is taken up from you into heaven, shall so come in like manner as ye have seen him go into heaven. I painted the flash light red to represent Jesus Christ's shed blood as our covering. We are told through out scripture to share the light of God's word. But how can anyone believe if they are never told. You have the opportunity daily to shine forth into the darkness. Be a Light. ~Debbie You can read more articles featuring this Art Parable.. Lights Repost of Be a Light,He Went That Way Original painting, original sketch © 1996 Debbie Turner Chavers *These are a few of the scriptures. There are 272 scriptures in the King James bible for light. Acts 13:47  For so hath the Lord commanded us, [saying], I have set thee to be a light of the Gentiles, that thou shouldest be for salvat...

 The Love of Money is the Root of All Evil © 2010 Debbie Turner Chavers 1 Timothy 6:10    For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows .  Love of Money , original sketch © 1996 Debbie Turner Chavers Many years ago I was shown this picture as I studied 1 Timothy 6:10 . Money is a tool, that can be used for great good when its value is understood. We are blessed with many tools to get the job done. Yet, anything that we love more than God is an idol that will cause great sorrow in the time to come if we are not submitted in our choices. Money is just a tool, not evil in itself. Anything becomes evil by the love of it replacing the love of God in your heart. Psalm 68:19  Blessed [be] the Lord, [who] daily loadeth us [with benefits, even] the God of our salvation. Selah. Obviously, God desires to bless us and provide well for us....

 Power Struggle Water-Man series © 1999 Debbie Turner Chavers 1 Corinthians 6:12  All things are lawful unto me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any. James 4:7  Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. We are called to be submitted to God first in all things . We are not to manipulate one another by our own desires. We have been set free in Christ Jesus. We are no longer bond servants to sin. Each person is responsible to control themselves and answer to God. We were granted self-control (temperance) by the Holy Spirit, not remote control. Many years ago I found myself in a situation where I had to prayerfully consider if my actions would be as unto the Lord or if I was being manipulated by the situation and people involved. After prayerful consideration I realized that submission and manipulation were different issues. If we submit unto...

 Are You Thirsty? © 2006 Debbie Turner Chavers John 7:37 In the last day, that great [day] of the feast, Jesus stood and cried, saying, If any man thirst, let him come unto me, and drink. John 4:14  But whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst; but the water that I shall give him shall be in him a well of water springing up into everlasting life. Did you hear Him? If you are thirsty for living water, accept what He is so willingly offering you. Life everlasting. Are you thirsty? ~Debbie You can read more articles featuring this Art Parable... Repost of Are You Thirsty? Everlasting to Everlasting Truth: His Living, Life Changing WORD God Created Marathon=Focused Intensity All art, writing, poetry, posts, and photography, copyright © 2010 Debbie Turner Chavers. All Rights Reserved.   http://debbieturnerchavers.com   .Would you like to hear a bible story read to you? Click here http://www.youtube...

 Going Home © 1996 Debbie Turner Chavers Psalm 119:105  Thy word [is] a lamp unto my feet,  and a light unto my path. This picture has very much faded over the years, this is my original oil pastel done on loose canvas. I will be painting it fresh with the original concept later, but I wanted to share the image and scripture now. We are all on a journey and the path can be hard to find at times. The comfort of God's word will always lead you in the right direction. Even though the gentleman in the picture is quite elderly, the path is still long and the light will last until he finally arrives safe and sound at home. He is walking toward his sunrise in the sunset of his life. May the peace of God and the light of His word illuminate your path and bring you safely home. ~Debbie © 2010 Debbie Turner Chavers You can read more articles featuring this Art Parable... Repost of Going Home Journeys Jehovah Jireh, Our Provider Just As I Am Ch...

Please, Fix It original pencil drawing © 1996 Debbie Turner Chavers Many years ago as I prayed, I saw this image of a child holding a broken heart. All the pieces were there but it was in pieces. As I prayed for healing, I realized, He was asking me to bring Him all the pieces. Not just the big parts, but every little shattered piece. He can and will restore your heart. But you must give it to Him . All of it. Just as He showed me this child's tears and upturned face, this is what HE requires of us. Bring Him all the pieces of your broken heart, withhold nothing. ~Debbie © 2010 Debbie Turner Chavers You can read more articles featuring this Art Parable... Repost of Please,Fix It Matthew 22:37  Jesus said unto him, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. Psalm 147:3  He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds. Psalm 34:18  The LORD [is] nigh unto them that are of a broken ...

 Because No Man Is An Island © 1997 Debbie Turner Chavers As we live out our life, at times it is easy to separate ourselves from our brothers and sisters in Christ. But we are needed and must open our hands for God to fill them. Hebrews speaks of assembling ourselves. I have had many tell me that they believe this is attending church. And so it is. Yet we are the building, the temple that He desires to fill. We are the living church, the container of His love, the members of His body. More than mortar, a building of bricks. We are the body, the Bride of Christ. Hebrews 10:25  Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some [is]; but exhorting [one another]: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching. 1 Corinthians 12:27 Now ye are the body of Christ, and members in particular. 1 Corinthians 12:12  For as the body is one, and hath many members, and all the members of that one body, being many, are one body: so also [is]...