So I was asked to make a flyer design on the charismatic ministry of the believer. I thought about using a crown of thorns and a sword as the stock image for my design. The idea was not accepted andi understood why. It then struck me this will be my next painting. It reminds me of how when we truly focus on advancing God's kingdom, experiencing a share of Christ's suffering (persecution) & glory is normalwith the believer, So forge ahead!