Martin Scarland

Whether I consider myself artistic or not, I draw on my creativity to express my love for God in the way I live, the way I rest, the way I work, and the way I create family and community As

A week full of thought, and this self portrait appeared. Isaiah 43:1(NIV)   “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you;    I have summoned you by name; you are mine. Romans 8:1(NIV)  Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ

John 15:1-4(NIV) 15 “I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. 2 He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes[a] so that it will be even more fruitful. 3 You are already clean because of

Galatians 2:20-21(MSG) I have been crucified with Christ. My ego is no longer central. It is no longer important that I appear righteous before you or have your good opinion, and I am no longer driven to impress God. Christ

Psalm 117 1 Praise the Lord, all you nations;    extol him, all you peoples.2 For great is his love towards us,    and the faithfulness of the Lord endures for ever. Praise the Lord.[a] John 15:2 2 He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every

Ephesians 6:10-17 The armour of God 10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. 11 Put on the full armour of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. 12 For our struggle is not against flesh

Psalm 73:23 23 Yet I am always with you;    you hold me by my right hand. 1 Peter 5:10 10 And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you