Friends

When the people brought their little children to the Savior His disciples rebuked them, but Jesus replied, “Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 19:13-14).

The Savior must have loved being surrounded by those perfect little souls who loved Him so dearly. I can imagine Him smiling as He watched them play and laughing as they told Him stories, the kind of simple and innocent stories all little children tell. I know they felt His love and longed to stay by His side. This picture reminds me that no matter how old we get, we are still little children of a loving Father in Heaven.

"Friends" by Liz Lemon Swindle is a heartwarming painting depicting Jesus Christ seated on a stone bench, accompanied by a delightful little girl.

Liz Lemon Swindle's artistic journey started in childhood, guided by her father's encouragement and early exhibitions on the family refrigerator. Inspired by her faith, she transitioned to painting religious subjects in the 1990s, leading to widespread recognition and her works being cherished in collections globally.