"The Rose of Sharon" by Vonnie Kohn, inspirational, floral, Biblical painting

As we near the time of Valentine's Day, it seems that a  painting of love is in order. This is a painting with two ideas juxtaposed together. One is an image of the actual wild rose found in the desert areas of Israel & the Middle East. The other is the idea of our Savior, Jesus Christ, who is referred to as the "Rose of Sharon." The Song of Solomon 2:1 reads,  "I am the rose of Sharon and the lily of the valleys."  In the New Testament, Bible scholars agree that this is also a symbol of Christ and His Church.

I was inspired by the idea that the "real" Rose passed by these beautiful flowers as He set forth to establish His kingdom in our hearts, as was promised to the prophets.

Colored Pencil on Bristol board
16 x 20" .....SOLD

"In the Valley of the Shadows", inspirational oil painting by Vonnie Kohn

There are moments in our lives when we pass through the "Valley of the Shadows"-a valley that holds many trials, many tears. As Believers, however, we are not alone. God is with us. "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." Psm. 23: 4.

This painting was inspired by events in my family that caused much pain, but the presence of the Lord overshadowed the circumstances in our lives. His promises include keeping an eye on that one 'lost sheep'...the prodigal is not forgotten nor lost. 

"Path of the Shepherd" series..original oil..30 x 40"