Zephaniah

The major point of emphasis in this book involves the coming Day of the Lord in both its aspects: salvation and judgment. The book begins with the negative aspects of the Day: "I will utterly sweep away everything from the face of the earth...I will make the wicked stumble. I will cut off humanity from the face of the earth, says the LORD."  However, a more positive mood is found in the final words: "At that time I will bring you home, at the time when I gather you; for I will make you renowned and praised among all the people of the earth, when I restore your fortunes before your eyes, says the LORD."

Zephaniah (2004) (6 1/2" x 9 3/4")

acrylic on canvas