AWAKENED IN GRACE

Annie Winkler | Not for sale

Listen to Artist

Original Watercolor on Wood | 7x7 

Acts 20:7-12 

Have you ever nodded off during a sermon?

This watercolor on wood is inspired by Acts 20: 7-12, the story of Eutychus, a young man who fell asleep, fell from a window, and was miraculously restored to life. I placed the scene in a church. In the center is a teenage boy in everyday clothing – a pair of jeans and a long sleeve green shirt making the moment feel familiar and present day. His posture suggests fatigue and how easily we can drift, even today.

I chose to paint this piece because of a burden I have for our youth. Many are searching, and God’s truth awakens hearts. 

EUROCLYDON: IN THE EYE OF THE STORM

Rita Wiley | $75.00

Listen to Artist

Oil Over Acrylic | 24 x 30 

Acts: 27 

I have always loved this story. It reminds me of the Odyssey by the Greek poet, Homer, with which, I suspect, Luke was very familiar.

This story has captured my imagination since the first time I read it many years ago. All of Acts is exciting but when Luke gets to this part of the book he seems to zoom in and give us a play by play of the action and it takes on the feeling of an epic Greek poem. The Odyssey by Homer is where my imagination goes. Surely Luke was familiar with all the Greek classics and I suspect that colored his telling of this story. I know it works for me. It feels epic and fantastical and you are drawn close in to the action. Instead of monsters and gods, little "g", we have life-threatening winds and waves, a visit by an angel, a shipwreck, a viper, and more. Yep, I love this one.

I hope my crazy, fantastical painting captured some of that feeling.

HELD

Lauren Stanger | $150.00

Listen to Artist

Acrostic Poem | 12” x 18” 

Acts 27 

This poem reflects the unchanging nature of God in the midst of life’s storms, inspired by Acts 27. Just as Paul trusted God through the storm and shipwreck, we are reminded that we are never alone because His love holds us fast through fear and uncertainty, even when everything feels like it is falling apart. This piece invites viewers to Reflect on where they find their security when life feels out of control. 

SALT AND LIGHT

Jennifer Davis | Not for sale

Listen to Artist

Acrylic and Gold Foil in Wood Frame |19.5” x 25.5” 

Acts 19:23-41 

This nautical painting depicts the impact Paul and his companions’ missionary journeys on the world. As they sailed and moved through Asia and Europe they left in their wake incredible change. Households converted. Churches planted. Economic systems disrupted. Demons releasing and the Holy Spirit moving. With an urgency of purpose they left an effect that we still feel today. They were salt and light as we are called to be.

TREE OF PAUL

Janine Emrick | Not for sale

Listen to Artist

Acrylic 

Acts 20:24

What if our lives were displayed as trees? What would your tree look like? This is a representation of major events in Paul's life.

Paul walked with several people. Those relationships are exhibited as sandals (that look like peanuts) hanging from the tree branches. Paul's conversion on the road to Damascus - his time as a pharisee - the stoning of Stephen - Lydia, seller of purple - the thorn in his side - being shipwrecked - time in a prison - being a tentmaker - all a reminder of the path God had him on. I left this painting a bit sparse because of the challenges he faced. But there is grass growing to remind us that God gives life, heals and sustains us.

Where does grass need to grow in your life? Where has God given life to you and where do you need to allow healing to come?

But none of these things move me; nor do I count my life dear to myself, so that I may finish my race with joy, and the ministry which I received from the Lord Jesus, to testify to the gospel of the grace of God.” Acts 20:24 

WORSHIP THROUGH IT

Rachel Chapko | $350.00

Listen to Artist

Original Oil | 20” x 16” 

Acts 16:25 About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were listening to them.

Beaten, battered, and shackled, Paul and Silas still praised the Lord. Moments later, God sent an earthquake that brought freedom not only to them, but salvation to the guard as well.

“Worship Through It” is a reminder that praise isn’t appropriate only when we’re winning. Sometimes worship in the darkest places becomes the beginning of freedom. This piece was deeply inspired by the hope, healing, and surrender I’ve experienced through Celebrate Recovery and through learning to trust God even in difficult seasons. 

FAITH VS. SHIPWRECK

Howard Thompson | Not for sale

Multimedia

This artwork depicts a first century merchant ship like Paul could have booked passage. Steering was done by two big oars on the stern. If you look at this picture, one oar is out of the water - so they are dealing with the storm by pure faith.

When confronting the storms of life, human coping methods and transportation means might have “advanced.” But the undergirding safety of passage remains:  Our God; His will; His divine protection. 

GOD PROVIDES

Michelle Jordan | $350.00

Watercolor on Watercolor Canvas

Stonings, beatings, imprisonments. People who were opposed, reviled and rejected, even shipwrecked. How did those who came before us endure such hardships without shrinking back?

Paul tells us how in Acts 26:22, "To this day I have had the help that comes from God."

Acts provides several examples of God specifically providing for and taking care of individuals. My painting was inspired by God's provision explained in Matthew 6:26: "Look at the birds of the air." Our Father in heaven cares and provides for them. Are we not much more valuable than they are?

Brothers and sisters, be encouraged and encourage others. Paul did not shrink back so let's not shrink back either. Jesus said in this world we will have trouble, but we can take heart because he has already overcome it!

NEW COVENANT

Kathleen Woolsey | $320.00

Mixed Media on Canvas

This painting explores some of the profound shifts in spiritual identity and relationship with God occurring in the first century AD, following the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. At its heart are two central figures: an armored warrior, representing the new Gentile believer, and the Holy Spirit, depicted as a fiery dove – a symbol of divine presence, power, and purity. 

In the Old Testament, God’s presence was veiled and distant, separated from humanity by sin. Christ’s sacrifice tore that veil just as the clouds here are torn open to reveal the heavens. No longer confined to earthly temples or intermediaries, the Spirit of God now dwells within every believer. This transformation is not only theological – it is deeply personal, filling the faithful with purpose, strength, and guidance. 

The warrior dressed in battle gear ready to confront darkness is empowered and led by the indwelling Holy Spirit. He is a living testimony to the new covenant – a call to spiritual battle not with violence, but with salvation, truth, righteousness, peace, faith and God’s word. 

NEW LIFE

Allison Wisdom | Not for sale

Gouache Paint on Canvas

In this piece, I explored the Holy Spirit through the symbolic imagery of a dove – a traditional representation of purity, peace, and new beginnings. I chose to depict only the outline of the dove to reflect the invisible nature of the Holy Spirit, who cannot be seen but is deeply present. The light emanating from the form reflects the gentle yet powerful presence of the Spirit, illuminating our lives and making us new. 

POURED OUT.

Michelle Jordan | $1,000.00

Watercolor

And when they could not find them, they dragged Jason and some of the brothers before the city authorities, shouting, “These men who have turned the world upside down have come here also…”  Acts 17:6 (ESV)  

But we have this treasure in jars of clay, to show that the surpassing power belongs to God and not to us.  2 Corinthians 4:7 (ESV) 

 The reflection of Rome represents a new kingdom and authority, one full of life and beauty purchased by Jesus on the cross. 

 The fragile clay jar represents Christians who are mortal and vulnerable, yet hold the powerful Spirit of God within them being poured out into the world. 

ROCKY ROOT

Nathan McKinney | Not for sale

Wood and Stone

This structure – a swollen, distended root of Blackjack oak – was found covered in mud about half a mile west of Fellowship Bible Church. 22 rocks are visibly incorporated by the tree into its root mass. Undoubtedly there are more rock fragments unseen yet making an enduring impression. Blackjacks are considered trash trees characterized by slow growth, spindly trunks, occupying poor soil, with no value except for firewood.

Rocky Root reflects some of the precepts of Acts – particularly regarding the travails of Paul – and embodies the verses written on the base. Ecclesiastes says God makes everything beautiful in its time. James declares that perseverance produces maturity and completeness. In Romans, Paul writes about persistence in doing good. Paul exhorts the Colossians to have endurance and patience.

A small portion remains unfinished as a reminder that no one is complete this side of heaven. The Rocky Root is worthy of reflection; the mystery of time and hardship on its appearance, and the paradox of a species considered a weakling yet displaying great durability and beauty.

THE REACH OF GRACE

Katt WhiteWool | Not for sale

Mixed Media on Canvas

This work reflects the lived faith of the early church -- a community rescued from death and called into the light of Christ and sent to disciple all the nations.

At the center, the savior brings light to a field of darkness and debris, the world of sin. The figures surrounding Christ are His first disciples, called out, taught, and sent to bring others to the Savior. Reaching out into darkness, these disciples gather others into the light. These earliest believers shared life, centered on the Savior.

Initially, the believers sought out their own tribe, but as God's light -- His spirit -- called those of different peoples and backgrounds, the church grew across cultures and continues still to grow and illuminate the darkness.