"Whatever you do, do well. Be good at it. Stand a little taller. Be a little better." Gordon B Hinckley
Coming from one of my favorite prophets-this constantly reminds me to take it a day at a time &
to just be a little better each and every day!
"There are far better things ahead than any we leave behind." CS Lewis
Seriously this quote is exactly what we need. We have to remember Heavenly Father has a plan
for us & it's better than anything we've had or could imagine for ourselves.
"Do you love someone but do not like them? Change that into praise and never give criticism. Learn to like them as well as love them!"
I always say I love so & so because they are a child of God but I am striving to give praise and
to truly like people as well...and it's tough haha
"Let not your heart be troubled neither let it be afraid"
Easily one of my all time favorite scriptures. I know & believe in this gospel and have no reason
to fear.
"The commandments don't serve a purpose unless we obey"
This was deep the first time I heard it and how true it is.
"Men's hearts are changed every day"
I can't remember where I heard this but it changed my life. It makes me think of so many,
including my dad, who are stubborn and hard hearted but I have hope because men change
every day.
"Simplicity takes courage..."
"There is only ONE choice that ALL our other little choices feed into: Do we choose to follow
Christ and be like him?"
There is only one choice that will make every other choice incredibly easy.
" LOOK FORWARD WITH FAITH AND HOPE...Hope is to trust in God and toward something. Heavenly Father wants us to press forward and have hope. It's part of his purpose that we have faith"
This is a constant that I am working on to continually look forward with full faith & hope and
remember that my Heavenly Father knows what is best for me & has a plan for my life.
"The atonement is the driving force in the universe!"
"WHY DO YOU CHOOSE TO BELIEVE?"
I can think of nothing else that brings me the comfort, happiness & feelings that this
gospel does. I can think of nothing else that has brought all the change in me throughout my life
& has brought change to so many others I know and that change is ALWAYS for the best & truly
good.
"The world is a troubled place....the temple never is."
Finally....
"The coincidences in the gospel are never REALLY coincidences"
This painting I never knew existed until this past year & it is remarkable. The story & symbolism behind it is truly touching. I am posting it here so everyone can see it & I can always remember
we are NEVER alone.
LOST & FOUND by Greg Olsen
I received an e-mail from a young man who expressed his
discouragement at not being able to find many images of the Savior with
teenagers. He noted that he had seen many paintings depicting Christ
with loveable little children, but rarely had he found his age group
represented in such a setting. This young man closed his message with
these heartfelt words: “What about us?” Many of us have probably asked a
similar question. What about me? Who doesn’t love little children with
all their precious innocence and charm? But what about those of us that
may not feel as lovable; those of us who may have struggled and lost our
way, or who have wandered paths that have left us worn and doubting our
worth? Thankfully, Christ’s love carries no conditions and is extended
in full measure, especially to those who feel lost and forgotten.
Greg Olsen – 2003
Painting Symbology: The young man is dressed in dark clothing representing those dark clouds that at times weigh heavy on our souls and seems to cover the light that still shimmers inside us. The knapsack and bedroll remind us of the worldly burdens that we all carry around … fear, discouragement, pain, loneliness, sorrow, anger, hopelessness and on and on. The meandering path in the background symbolizes the twists and turns of life’s journey, some of which stretch us to our limit. Such was the case with Dan the young man I used as a model in this painting. Dan was a friend of our family whose path brought him to a place where he chose to leave this life and the clouds that must have surrounded him. Dan’s journey has made this painting all the more poignant for me as life imitates art. Wherever we are in our journey, the Lord is near. He will not force himself upon us, but simply waits for us to ask for his help. Unlike most of us, who have difficulty seeing beyond the outward view of that person on the bench, Christ sees the soul knows the heart and remains the ultimate Savior and friend.
Greg Olsen – 2003
Painting Symbology: The young man is dressed in dark clothing representing those dark clouds that at times weigh heavy on our souls and seems to cover the light that still shimmers inside us. The knapsack and bedroll remind us of the worldly burdens that we all carry around … fear, discouragement, pain, loneliness, sorrow, anger, hopelessness and on and on. The meandering path in the background symbolizes the twists and turns of life’s journey, some of which stretch us to our limit. Such was the case with Dan the young man I used as a model in this painting. Dan was a friend of our family whose path brought him to a place where he chose to leave this life and the clouds that must have surrounded him. Dan’s journey has made this painting all the more poignant for me as life imitates art. Wherever we are in our journey, the Lord is near. He will not force himself upon us, but simply waits for us to ask for his help. Unlike most of us, who have difficulty seeing beyond the outward view of that person on the bench, Christ sees the soul knows the heart and remains the ultimate Savior and friend.
Would you like to add a special touch to your print?
Yes, I would like Greg to personally sign my print. ($20)
I received an e-mail from a young man who expressed his discouragement at not being able to find many images of the Savior with teenagers. He noted that he had seen many paintings depicting Christ with loveable little children, but rarely had he found his age group represented in such a setting. This young man closed his message with these heartfelt words: “What about us?” Many of us have probably asked a similar question. What about me? Who doesn’t love little children with all their precious innocence and charm? But what about those of us that may not feel as lovable; those of us who may have struggled and lost our way, or who have wandered paths that have left us worn and doubting our worth? Thankfully, Christ’s love carries no conditions and is extended in full measure, especially to those who feel lost and forgotten.
Painting Symbology: The young man is dressed in dark clothing representing those dark clouds that at times weigh heavy on our souls and seems to cover the light that still shimmers inside us. The knapsack and bedroll remind us of the worldly burdens that we all carry around … fear, discouragement, pain, loneliness, sorrow, anger, hopelessness and on and on. The meandering path in the background symbolizes the twists and turns of life’s journey, some of which stretch us to our limit. Such was the case with Dan the young man I used as a model in this painting. Dan was a friend of our family whose path brought him to a place where he chose to leave this life and the clouds that must have surrounded him. Dan’s journey has made this painting all the more poignant for me as life imitates art. Wherever we are in our journey, the Lord is near. He will not force himself upon us, but simply waits for us to ask for his help. Unlike most of us, who have difficulty seeing beyond the outward view of that person on the bench, Christ sees the soul knows the heart and remains the ultimate Savior and friend.
OST AND FOUND
I received an e-mail from a young man who expressed his
discouragement at not being able to find many images of the Savior with
teenagers. He noted that he had seen many paintings depicting Christ
with loveable little children, but rarely had he found his age group
represented in such a setting. This young man closed his message with
these heartfelt words: “What about us?” Many of us have probably asked a
similar question. What about me? Who doesn’t love little children with
all their precious innocence and charm? But what about those of us that
may not feel as lovable; those of us who may have struggled and lost our
way, or who have wandered paths that have left us worn and doubting our
worth? Thankfully, Christ’s love carries no conditions and is extended
in full measure, especially to those who feel lost and forgotten.Greg Olsen – 2003
Painting Symbology: The young man is dressed in dark clothing representing those dark clouds that at times weigh heavy on our souls and seems to cover the light that still shimmers inside us. The knapsack and bedroll remind us of the worldly burdens that we all carry around … fear, discouragement, pain, loneliness, sorrow, anger, hopelessness and on and on. The meandering path in the background symbolizes the twists and turns of life’s journey, some of which stretch us to our limit. Such was the case with Dan the young man I used as a model in this painting. Dan was a friend of our family whose path brought him to a place where he chose to leave this life and the clouds that must have surrounded him. Dan’s journey has made this painting all the more poignant for me as life imitates art. Wherever we are in our journey, the Lord is near. He will not force himself upon us, but simply waits for us to ask for his help. Unlike most of us, who have difficulty seeing beyond the outward view of that person on the bench, Christ sees the soul knows the heart and remains the ultimate Savior and friend.
Would you like to add a special touch to your print?
Yes, I would like Greg to personally sign my print. ($20)
