Among the many artists who have tried to represent Jesus Christ, few have captured this revolutionary aspect like Michelangelo. In the Sistine Chapel in Rome, Michelangelo has painted "The Last Judgment", depicting the risen Christ who divides mankind: "Whosoever therefore shall confess Me … whosoever shall deny Me …" One can see the strength of Jesus revealed in that massive torso, not covered by any robes, that magnificent, massive torso … muscles bulging, every muscle in action. His arm is uplifted in judgment, yet one hand shows a certain gentleness. The head, almost a little small for the handsome physique, is held upright by a powerful neck … His jaw set, mouth firm, eyes looking straight down in divine justice -- face full of emotion -- He is the Judge.
And yet the spear-wound in His side, the nail prints in His hands, are clearly visible, and that face expresses suffering love. Mercy and justice have kissed each other!
-- H.S. Vigeveno in Jesus the Revolutionary
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Wednesday, April 15, 2009
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Pastor Dave...some of our local churches here in Blairsville, Georgia, have those portable signs out front to display various clever quotes, thoughts, etc...for the past week we have passed one that said: "Justice called and Mercy answered"...today's Soundbite said almost the same thing..Thanks for your ministry..I look forward to it every day..
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