Bible Comic: Matthew 4:1-11, The Temptations

Just in time for the season of Lent, a comic translation of Jesus' temptations in the wilderness.

This bible comic translation is available for use in ministry, and to help share the good news in this new medium. This translation was commissioned by Ms. Marcy Thomas, and it is given to the glory of God, and in thanksgiving for St. Matthew's Episcopal Church in Chesterfield Virginia, USA.

Thank you Marcy!

John 6:41-51 A Lenten Devotion

Here is a comic translation for an upcoming Lenten Devotional for St. Martin's Church. It features the story of Jesus declaring that he is the bread of Life. The scene reminds me of how easy it is to dismiss a person because we think we know them. The 'murmerers' in the story assume they know Jesus because they know (or know of) his parents. This is contrast with Jesus who is revealing the nature of his true Father, and the reason Jesus has come into the world.

Frosting

Sometimes beauty --

and a moment taken to see and experience beauty --

is the window through which we see the Holy One.

Frosting --

whipped, white, whisps.

A hand spread it in the sky --

mixing bowl of God.

words by Shirley Smith Graham

--- from the blog Good Morning Church

photo by Earnest

Story of Peter

I am finishing artwork for chapter one of "the Story of Peter", a comic that looks at the life of the apostle Peter, and the experiences and principles that transformed his life. The project is a collaboration with Justin Martin, of R-Squared Comics. We look forward to sharing more about the project in the near future.

Sponsor a Bible Translation

An invitation for churches, organizations or individuals who want to share the good news in a fresh new way--- sponsor a Bible Comic Translation.

I am currently working on comic translations of the Gospel lessons for the season of Lent, which will be March 13- April 10, 2011. The passages include:

• Matthew 4:1-11 Following his baptism, Jesus is tempted by Satan in the wilderness.
• John 3:1-17 A Pharisee named Nicodemus seeks Jesus at night.
• John 4:5-42 Jesus encounters a Samaritan Woman at the well.
• John 9:1-41 Jesus heals a man who has been blind since birth.
• John 11:1-45 Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead.
  

Each comic translation will consist of 4 comic pages. They will be made available in PDF format which can be downloaded for free from the Earnest Illustrations website http://www.earnestillustrations.com/.

How much does it cost to sponsor a comic translation? The cost is $500 per bible passage.

What will you receive? As a sponsor, you will receive:

• A dedication in the comic translation. The dedication can be on behalof of you, your church or organization, or in memory of a loved one. You will also be listed as a sponsor on the web page where the passage is downloaded. This may also include a link to your website, if you have one.
• 10 printed color copies of the translation.
• A CD with digital file of the translation, as well as other bible comic translations.
• 1 page of original artwork from the translation
• The benefit of knowing that the Good News of God’s word is being shared in a fresh new way with people around the world. They are being used by churches in worship, Sunday School classes, Small Group Bible Studies, and by people and families.

How do you sign up to be a Sponsor? Contact Earnest Graham by e-mail at earleygraham@aol.com . You can choose a specific passage from the list above. They will be available on a first-come first serve basis. Or you can simply say you want to sponsor a passage. (they are all good!)

Please sign up by February 25th to sponsor a passage for Lent.

Blessings to you all in this New Year!

Earnest

The James Bible Comic featured on Episcopal Cafe

The comic translation of The Epistle of James is featured on the Episcopal Cafe this week. If you are not familiar with Episcopal Cafe, it is worth checking out. The site showcases the works of writers and artists of all kind as they seek to live the life of faith and reflect it in their art.

Commissioned Digital Painting- St. Martin's Episcopal Church

I recently commissioned by St. Martin's Episcopal Church in Williamsburg, VA to do a digital painting of the church. I have painted pictures in oil, as well as in watercolor and ink washes. I was surprised how similar it is to paint the picture in photoshop, and how enjoyable it is to do paintings. We printed and framed several pictures for the church to give as gifts, and they turned out beautiful! I am excited by the possibilities of digital paintings, and the number of ways that they can be used, and how conveniently they can be adapted to different needs.

feeling spacy (or, I've lost my marbles)

Change and Transformation