This artwork was displayed at the "Im talking to you" exhibition at the 'lone goat gallery' Byron Bay, the 'Reflection' exhibition held at C3 Kingscliff and at the Murwillumbah Civic Center
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| photo from exhibition at Lone Goat Gallery |
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| photo from C3 kingscliff exhibition |
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| photo from C3 kingscliff exhibition |
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| photo from Murwillumbah Civic Center |
Armour of God
Handwritten scripture , steel armature
A Christian life is a battle. It is warfare on a grand scale as we struggle in a world that is in contradiction to our beliefs. To be able to walk through the world safely and confidently we must put on The Armour of God . That way when we are confronted , we are able to stand firm safe in the knowledge that we will be protected. It is something all christians need to do daily. So that we will be able to stand firm in our beliefs and share them with others.
Tristan Griffin, 2014
Introductory
paragraph [ Rationale ]
A Christian life is a battle. It is
warfare on a grand scale as we struggle in a world that is in
contradiction to our beliefs.
To be able to walk through the world
safely and confidently we must put on The Armor of God . That way
when we are confronted , we are able to stand firm safe in the
knowledge that we will be protected. It is something all christians
need to do daily.So that we will be able to stand firm in our beliefs
and share them with others.Through a sculptural
installation Tristan's intention is to explore the nature of the
armour of god.
What
is the project about [Personal vision]
“ Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day
of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you
have done everything, to stand. 14 Stand firm then, with the
belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of
righteousness in place, 15 and with your feet fitted with the
readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. 16 In addition to
all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish
all the flaming arrows of the evil one. 17 Take the helmet of
salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.”
ephisians 6
the armour of god is waiting for
everyone
surviving
the onslaught of a world that is in contradiction to christian
beliefs is a battle they face their entire lives . To defend
themselves in this spiritual battle they can adorn the Full armor of
God , and when used properly and worn daily, it provides solid
protection.
Through
a sculptural installation Tristans intention is to explore the nature
and availability of the armour of god.
to be able to walk through the 'world'
a christian needs to wear the armour of god.
The Christian life is a battle. It is warfare on a grand scale as
they struggle to walk in a world that is in contradiction to their
beliefs. It is not an individuals strength they have that is
important but the strength they have through the lord.
To defend themselves in this spiritual battle they can adorn the Full
armor of God , and when used properly and worn daily, it provides
solid protection.
to oppose Satan, but when we are
strong in the Lord, even a little of His strength is sufficient to
win any battle.
The
Full Armor of God is invisible, but also real, and when used properly
and worn daily, it provides solid protection against a world that is
in contradiction to christian beliefs.
What
is the artwork about : Surviving in the world
encounter:
prayer vision
revelation/experience:
serendipitous action , opened to scripture , continued application to
be able to survive in the world.
The armour of god
is invisible/transparent so that the spiritual being within it can be
seen , radiant.
But we as
christians need this spiritual armour , we need it to be strong to be
able to survive in a world that is in contradiction to our own
beliefs.
He speaks of the wiles (methodeia) of the devil. Methodeia is a Greek word that denotes a path or roadway that is traveled over. This is because the devil continuously attempts to secure a foothold so that he may begin construction of a roadway to your mind.
“You therefore must endure hardship as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. No one engaged in warfare entangles himself with the affairs of this life, that he may please him who enlisted him as a soldier” (2 Timothy 2:3, 4, NKJV).God’s Armor—Not Man’s
the armour is
available to all christians and the armour of god will protect all
christians as they walk through the world
put on the armour of
god to survive the onslaught of the world
The Full Armor of God
may be invisible, but it's just as real, and when used properly and
worn daily, it provides solid protection against the Enemy's
onslaught.
The Belt (of
Truth): "Stand firm in the belt of truth buckled around your
waist" Ephesians 6:14. The belt of truth involves two places;
our hearts and our minds. Truth keeps us secure in Christ and makes
effective all the other pieces of armour. The belt of truth holds our
amour in place. Commit yourself daily to walk in the light of God's
truth. "Teach me your ways, O Lord, that I may live according to
your truth!" Psalm 86:11
The Breastplate
(of Righteousness): "with the breastplate of righteousness
in place," Ephesians 6:14 - A soldier with a breastplate goes
into battle boldly with confidence. The devil is constantly attacking
with lies, accusations and reminders of past sin. Without the
breastplate of righteousness, these will penetrate your heart. Become
aware of who you are in Christ Jesus. Come boldly into His presence
(Hebrews 4:16).
The Shoes (of
Peace & Preparation): "For shoes, put on the peace that
comes from the Good News so that you will be fully prepared."
Ephesians 6:15 - Shoes allow us to step freely and without fear while
we turn our full attention to the battle at hand. They aid in our
movement and defense. The shoes God gives propel us onward to
proclaim the true peace, which is available in Christ. Prepare
yourself to follow the Lord no matter what.
The Shield (of
Faith): "Above all, taking the shield of faith with which
you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked one."
Ephesians 6:16 - The shield not only defends our whole body but also
our armor. The shield of faith has a very specific function, which
the Bible makes abundantly clear: quench all the fiery darts of the
wicked. Not some but all of them. The shield moves with the attack no
matter the direction.
The Helmet (of
Salvation): "Take the helmet of salvation." Ephesians
6:17 - Satan's target: Your mind. Satan's weapon: Lies. The enemy
wants to make us doubt God and our salvation. The helmet protects our
minds from doubting the truth of God's saving work for us. "Since
we belong to the day, we must be serious and put the armor of faith
and love on our chests, and put on a Helmet of the Hope of Salvation"
1 Thessalonians 5:8
The Sword (of
The Spirit): Put on "the sword of the Spirit, which is the
word of God." Ephesians 6:17 - The sword is the only weapon of
offense in the armor, but it is also a tool for defense. Strongholds,
arguments and thoughts are all weapons the enemy uses against us.
With the Sword of the Spirit, God's word, the people are equipped to
deal with them all. We need to trust in the truth of God's Word. Have
confidence in the value of God's word. Get a hunger and desire for it
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