Meaning behind our designs
Psalm 22
The Psalm 22 design tells a symbolic story rooted in biblical scripture. Inspired by Psalm 22:16 (NIV) : ''Dogs surround me,a pack of villains encircles me; they pierce my hands and my feet''.
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It evokes the image of so called ''dogs'' and villains surrounding and piercing the hands and feet of Jesus, representing his crucifixion. The "evil dog", used in the artwork, symbolizes sinners as described in Revelation 22:15. The fiery eyes of the dog represent the cleansing power of fire, which, in biblical terms, is often associated with purification and God's presence, as seen in Genesis 19 and Exodus 3. The broken chain around the dog's neck loops toward the cross, symbolizing the breaking of sin’s hold on humanity through Jesus’ sacrifice. This design is a vivid narrative of sin, redemption, and the power of Christ's crucifixion to free mankind from evil.
Jesus
The Jesus (イエス) design is based on Psalm 147:3 (NIV): ''He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds'' (彼は心の痛む者を癒し、その傷を包みます).
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This verse highlights God’s healing power, both emotionally and spiritually. When we connect this to the crucifixion of Jesus, the meaning deepens. Jesus was whipped and crucified, suffering intensely. His wounds — literal and spiritual — were endured to bear the weight of humanity's sins.
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Isaiah 53:5 (NIV) reinforces this by saying, "By His wounds, we are healed." Jesus' physical suffering on the cross wasn't just an act of pain but a divine offering. Through His pierced hands and feet, He became the source of healing for the brokenhearted, fulfilling Psalm 147:3. His death wasn’t merely about physical agony; it was the ultimate healing act that restored humanity to God, binding up the deepest spiritual wounds.
Valley of Death
The Valley of Death design is inspired by Psalm 23:4 (NIV) that reads: ''Even though the valley of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.''
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The Valley of Death is marked by, you guessed it, death. Hence why we chose a skull to represent death. The fire passing through the skull represents God's presence, just like God chose to show his presence to Moses in Exodus 3:1-6. The fire is a reminder that even if we go through dark ''valleys'', God is always with us. It also symbolises that we as christians are not touched by death, since we carry the Holy Spirit of God within us. Jesus paid the price of our sins, gifting us a place to be with our Father in heaven after we die.
Faith over Fear
The Faith over Fear design is inspired by Psalm 34:4 (NIV) that reads: "I sought the Lord, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears."
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The lightning in the background represents God's intervention and judgement against His enemies (2 Samuel 22:15) and the fall of Satan indicating defeat and divine judgement (Luke 10:18).
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The lightning serves as a reminder that God will deal with your enemies, you only need to be still and keep your faith grounded in him.