The focal point of this painting is the natal star; a four-pointed star resembling the cross, often used as the star of Bethlehem. It is referenced in Matthew 2:9 (NIV), “After they had heard the king, they went on their way, and the star they had seen in the east went ahead of them until it stopped over the place where the child was.” This painting is meant to bring JOY as we remember Christ’s provision for our own reborn lives through His miraculous birth, death, and resurrection! Supporting symbolism is found in the flanking crosses of the two thieves of Calvary (lower half of composition), in the hearts that emerge from the natal star (upper half of the composition), and in the span of blue “water of life” (Rev 22:16 & 17) serving as the background of the piece. May it remind us all of our desperate need for forgiveness provided solely through Christ who brings salvation to every believing heart. As Christ stated in Revelation 22:16 (NIV), “I, Jesus, have sent my angel to give you this testimony for the churches. I am the Root and the Offspring of David, and the bright Morning Star.”