George Frederic Watts, Hope
While wandering through the Tate Britain Museum in London, my daughter happened upon this incredible piece of artwork by George Frederic Watts, entitled Hope. One of her favorite Biblical studies has been on HOPE, so this picture brought HOPE to life. She scribbled madly the description under the picture:
“Traditionally, hope is identified by an anchor.
Watts wanted to find a more original approach to
Hope’s symbolism and allegory. So, he blindfolded this woman
(perhaps symbolizing the desperate condition
one finds themselves in when they need Hope),
seated her on top of a globe (symbolizing the global need for Hope),
and had her playing a lyre with all strings broken but one.
This one string suggests the music that
can still come from the remaining chord.”
The music that can still come from the remaining chord. What one remaining chord do you have left today? Find the strength to strum that chord. God will bring music from it and restore your situation. Psalm 62:5-6 says, “Find rest, my soul, in God alone; my hope comes from him. He alone is my rock. He is my fortress. I will not be shaken.”
“Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen”…… I think that faith and hope are spiritual heart twins. There is one thing missing from this painting…..the Hand of God holding the globe.
I must admit, there are times when all the chords are broken, and He must put a new song in my mouth!
So happy that Candace has such beautiful insight….like her Mother!
Love, Sherri
Thank you for this posting! It ministered to me greatly! My hope is in God……when it doesn’t appear that anything is changing in a hopeless situation….I lift my head up and gaze on Him.
Spiritual heart twins! I LOVE THAT. Once again, the power of your pen has struck. You have consistently strummed your one chord, making beautiful music that soothes both my soul and the souls of all who come into your presence. Keep strumming. HUGS!
Colleen, keep lifting your eyes to the One who watches every movement in your life. He never slumbers nor sleeps. I am trusting Him to bring you light and truth. Lean hard on His love for you. HUGS!