The Dawn of Hope, Painting
This original work by David R. Anderson depicts the dawn of hope as a 21st century family apprehends the significance of first century events. Through the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ people living in the darkness of a broken world can now experience eternal hope. This good news is available to all who believe.
Quad-City Times article about the Dawn of Hope Painting
The Dawn of Hope, Project
Reprints of The Dawn of Hope are available for a contribution to the scholarship fund of the Tanners Girls Secondary School (TGSS) in the Dodoma Region of Tanzania, Africa. The TGSS scholarship fund provides vulnerable and underprivileged girls a future and hope through access to the gospel and an education, in a safe environment. Reprints are available in three formats; a 5×7 matted print ($15*), a 4-pack of greeting cards ($20*), and a 16×20 limited edition signed print ($50*).
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The Dawn of Hope, Message
The dawn of hope comes to people living in darkness. If you live long enough you are familiar with darkness. You have experienced the pain and suffering, or grief and loss which comes from living in a broken world. Yet, in the midst of our darkness, hope dawns and darkness is dispelled as we comprehend the significance of Christ’s resurrection. Listen to Pastor Tom’s inspiring Easter message to hear the rest of the story.