Scripture Passage
Isaiah 51:3 (ESV)
For the Lord comforts Zion; he comforts all her waste places
and makes her wilderness like Eden,
her desert like the garden of the Lord;
joy and gladness will be found in her,
thanksgiving and the voice of song.
Final AI Prompt
A desert wilderness transforming into an Edenic garden, with a significant addition: a wooden cross at the transition point. On the left, a barren desert landscape features rolling sand dunes under a clear blue sky. In the center, where the desert starts to blend into a lush garden, stands a simple wooden cross, symbolizing a point of transformation. The right side shifts to a vibrant garden, abundant with lush greenery, colorful flowers, and a serene pond reflecting the sky. A winding path leads from the desert to the garden, passing by the cross, emphasizing the change from arid desolation to flourishing life. The atmosphere is peaceful and harmonious, showcasing the stark contrast and transition.
Process/Reflections
This image came together fairly quickly. The idea of adding a cross at the transition point came as I reflected on the promise given in the Isaiah text and how it is fulfilled in Christ's work on the cross. Christ's cross restores what Adam lost in the fall. At the cross, the curse of sin is turned back. Christ's death defeats death. All things become new.