Way to Escape is a painting by Kimberlee Baxter which was uploaded on August 17th, 2015.
Way to Escape
English Standard Version I Cor. 10:13
No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be... more
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Title
Way to Escape
Artist
Kimberlee Baxter
Medium
Painting - Acrylic And Digital
Description
English Standard Version I Cor. 10:13
No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.
English Standard Version Matthew 24:21
For then there will be great tribulation, such as has not been from the beginning of the world until now, no, and never will be.
I fear that great tribulation is coming very soon for all Christians across the globe, even those living here in America! That is why I thought about creating a work that could invoke the imagination and the senses into envisioning visiting a special place that could allow you to "escape" when in great times of need! This escape may not be possible in actuality, so you must find a way to release your mind and let your imagination find the way! I share a personal story of triumph over fear to illustrate my point and to help light the way when the darkness of evil tries to take over your thoughts...
When I was a teenager and out on my own for the first time, I had a bad traumatic experience where I was abducted to another state and threatened with a switch blade knife! I quickly realized as I was praying silently to myself that my oppressor was very mentally unstable and reacted to whatever emotion I was showing! In other words, the more I started to panic, the more he went off "the deep end" in his mental awareness and cognizance. Though it was hard not to do, as he was driving 70-90 miles an hour on some back roads that were taking us to a very desolate place, I had to stay in control of my emotions and my fear! Though it was scary, I had to try to understand what and why he was thinking what he was, or to "get inside his head", sort of speak! In his mind, he had some sort of serious relationship with me and felt slighted, so he wanted to punish me! He was a survivalist and (from the things he had told me) had served in a war. I gathered he wanted me to try and make a run for it and then he would hunt me down like a predator would its prey! But guess what, though it's counter-intuitive, you will only invoke the predator's instinct to hunt after you if you do one thing: run! So, don't run! I decided I wouldn't engage in the game, instead, I decided to take the "high road" and appeal to whatever thread of sanity and empathy he had left! While he was describing in great detail a list of terrible things he had done, I fixed my eyes calmly on him and drifted into my thoughts to my special place where I could feel the gentle warmth of the sun on my back; the sand pushing up through my toes and the wind blowing through my hair.
This imaginary journey I took helped me to control my heart rate and my breathing, so that I could remain in control of my thoughts. Because the first thing you have to do is to not let the fear hijack your mind and then your body will stop responding and become "frozen", or paralyzed! I am living proof today that this works, because we serve a truly awesome and amazing God; it was Him that delivered me!
Though I pray that the Lord will stave off the threat of great persecution to Christians here and abroad, I know that I have to bend my will to make way for His! Everything must be done in accordance to His will, not mine! God bless you and keep you, my friends, and may God help you to find a way to escape, should you or your loved ones be persecuted for His Namesake!
Uploaded
August 17th, 2015
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Comments (9)
Aurelio Zucco
This is so beautiful Kimberlee! I really like the contrast of light and dark in this...it's incredible work! L/F
Liesl Walsh
Very powerful image and testimony, Kimberlee! I LOVE the sky!! WOW! And the butterflies lead your eye to reading at the tree. Your strategy of surviving your traumatic event was amazing, and so true about how to calm fears. By focusing on those happy things and calming your mind, it calmed the fight or flight response of the body. Thank you for sharing! l/f
Robyn King
Congratulations your beautiful work is being featured in The World We See Group :-)
Kimberlee Baxter replied:
Thanks, Robyn, for featuring me in the great group "The World We See"! I really appreciate it!
Carol Japp
Gorgeous work Kimberlee! L/f
Kimberlee Baxter replied:
Carol, thanks so much for the generous compliment and your support! Your gallery is lovely, too!
Maria Hunt
What an incredible testimony, Kimberlee. This immediately caught my eye. The sky breathes serenity The colors and composition are rich and soothing. Wonderfully done. Thank you for the description... I went there to understand your intent. F/L
Kimberlee Baxter replied:
Thank you so much, Maria, for being among the first to comment on my new work! I am glad you like the sky; after working hours on it, I was pleased with how it turned out. I wanted this composition to be inviting and be a place of calm, peace, and serenity. Following the blue butterflies along a path, one can rest a bit under the coolness of a Mediterranean pine tree and begin to think more clearly. I wanted to share my personal story to help others! I once felt compelled years ago to tell a very close friend this story, and little did she know that she would have to undergo a similar situation! Sometimes, stories shared by our friends can come back to us like "Angel Messages"...reminding us what we need to do in an instance, or in difficult situations! Thanks you, Maria, for your kind comment and support! I love your gallery as well!
John Bailey
Congratulations on being featured in the Fine Art America Group "Images That Excite You!"
Kimberlee Baxter replied:
Thanks so much, John, for featuring my artwork in the great group, "Images That Excite You"! I really appreciate it!