Скачать или смотреть The Hour Draws Nigh/The Painter's Hand (without vocals)

Follow the painting from sketch through completion. It's fascinating to watch it fill out and become what the artist envisioned.

The song that accompanies it is an allegory, comparing our Heavenly Father to a master painter who is making a masterpiece of each one of us, one experience at a time.


"The Hour Draws Nigh" Painting by Megan Rieker

See what Megan has to say about this painting, and more of her beautiful art at http://www.meganrieker.com

"The Painter's Hand" Words and Music by Sally DeFord and Valarie Olson; cello by Ramona McConkie

This version is offered without vocals for those who want to sing their own.

A version of this video with vocals is available here:
   • The Hour Draws Nigh/The Painter's Hand  

Download the MP3 audio and free sheet music at
http://www.defordmusic.com


Lyrics:
The Painter's hand is firm and never falters
As He shapes the living portrait of my soul
There is wisdom in each line He smooths and alters
Where I see unfinished canvas, there the Painter sees the whole

He knows the strength that grows in shadow
When I'm reaching for the light
He sees the majesty and glory
beyond my mortal sight
And though I may not understand
The artistry of heaven's plan
I will trust the Painter's hand unceasingly
He will make a masterpiece of me

The Painter's hand is gentle as He renders
Every stroke of living color patiently
In shades of darkest night or brightest splendor
He reveals His grand design, and shows me what I'm meant to be

He knows the strength that grows in shadow
When I'm reaching for the light
He sees the majesty and glory
beyond my mortal sight
And though I may not understand
The artistry of heaven's plan
I will trust the Painter's hand unceasingly
He will make a masterpiece of me

And when I come before Him, kneeling at His feet
I marvel at His love for one so small and incomplete
Then His spirit whispers peace to me
Restores my soul and teaches me
The wonder of my provenance and worth

He knows the strength that grows in shadow
When I'm reaching for the light
He sees the majesty and glory
beyond my mortal sight
And though I may not understand
The artistry of heaven's plan
I will trust the Painter's hand unceasingly
He will make a masterpiece of me