Chiaroscuro: Light and Dark
The life and work of Italian painter Caravaggio was the lens through which Pastor Chris took a close look at Saul's conversion recorded in Acts 9. The way Caravaggio captured that dramatic event on the Road to Damascus gives some helpful insights into our own conversions and lives of discipleship. Along the way, we looked at three of the painter's classic pieces and talked about his use of the "Chiaroscuro" technique, a breathtaking contrast between light and dark. The Bible says that we are God's masterpieces. What might we learn about the Christlife in Chiaroscuro? Join us!
One note: In the sermon, Pastor Chris refers to these four paintings, and you might like to use the links below to view them:
Madonna with the Long Neck (Parmigianino)
The Crucifixion of St. Peter (Caravaggio)
The Calling of St. Matthew (Caravaggio)
Conversion on the Way to Damascus (Caravaggio)
Note: The painting associated with this sermon/podcast is a detail from Caravaggio's "Conversion on the Way to Damascus."