Original Size: 24x24

“I baptize you with water for repentance, but he who is coming after me is mightier than I, whose sandals I am not worthy to carry. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire. His winnowing fork is in his hand, and he will clear his threshing floor and gather his wheat into the barn, but the chaff he will burn with unquenchable fire.” Matthew 3:11-12 ESV

In this painting, the artist draws inspiration from the biblical passage found in Matthew 3:11-12, where the metaphor of harvest and winnowing becomes a visual symphony of spirituality and earthly elements. The canvas is awash with shades of blue, representing the vast expanse of the spiritual realm, while golden hues dance across the scene, embodying the wheat in the composition. At the right center of the artwork, a winnowing fork is delicately rendered, its prongs capturing the essence of separation described in the scripture. Rays of light cascade from the upper right corner, symbolizing the transformative baptism with the Holy Spirit and fire. The wheat being sifted serves as a metaphor for the righteous being gathered into the celestial barn, while the chaff, depicted across the bottom of the painting, is consumed with unquenchable fire, speaking to the inevitable purification process.

In a personal revelation, the artist recounts the spontaneous addition during the creative process introduces another layer of depth to the narrative. The subsequent connection with the scripture, particularly the winnowing fork, underscores the divine influence in the creative process. As the viewer's gaze navigates the composition, the painting becomes a metaphorical threshing floor, where the divine act of separation unfolds. This artistic interpretation invites contemplation on spiritual themes of repentance, purification, and the promise of the Holy Spirit and fire, encapsulating the profound message found in the scripture. The convergence of artistic intuition and spiritual insight manifests in a powerful visual representation of the duality of earthly and divine realms, inviting viewers to reflect on the symbolic resonance of 'Harvest' as they contemplate their own spiritual journey in relationship with Christ Jesus and the transformative power of faith.

Canvas Features:

• We use responsibly sourced wood for stretcher bars, mainly FSC certified wood, to make our canvas prints, ensuring a long-lasting and high-quality product.
• Both variants come with hanging hardware included for easy installation.
• Our canvas print is available in two thicknesses - slim and thick - to match your preference. The slim canvas has an approximately 2cm /0.8" thick wood stretcher bar, while the thick canvas has an approximately 4cm /1.6" thick wood stretcher bar. Both variants come with hanging hardware included for easy installation.
• We use coated fabric, a blend of cotton and polyester, for our canvas substrate. This provides a weight of approximately 300-350gsm/110-130lb cover and a thickness of 350-400 microns, giving you a sturdy and durable product.
• To ensure no damage during transportation, we ship our canvas prints in protective packaging and strong boxes.
• Sizes may vary slightly by region. For the US and Canada, the measurement is in inches, while for the rest of the world, it is in centimeters.
• Your artwork is printed and shipped on demand. ❤️