Title: “Believe…I Am”

Original oil painting, 36”x 48” clay board panel, was inspired from a spiritual dream.

The dream started with the most intense light imaginable bursting through a cement slab with boulders flying in all directions. The sound was deafening! At the center of this intense light was a God-like image. I heard a loud roar “Believe”!

At that moment I realized God had appeared to me in this dream. It disappeared quickly and a silhouette of an angel appeared and told me to read these scriptures.

Corinthians 10:13 “No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, He will also provide a way out so you can endure it.” This suggests that the dream might be communicating a message of assurance. The dream could be telling you that no matter what the struggles or challenges you are facing (represented by the cement slab, the loud roar, the immense light), there is always a way out provided by divine intervention. The presence of God and the angel with the scripture readings may be reinforcing the idea that you’re not alone and that there’s a higher plan at work, one that is always present to guide and protect you.

Ephesians 6:16 “In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. This verse is part of the “Armor of God” passage, where the Apostle Paul encourages believers to put on a spiritual armor to with stand spiritual battles. The shield of faith represents trust in God and His protection. In the context of your dream, this verse could be calling you to strengthen your faith as a defense against any spiritual or emotional “flaming arrows” (temptations, doubts, fears, or challenges) that may come your way. The dream, with it’s powerful imagery of divine presence and assurance, seems to be urging you to stand firm in your faith, knowing that it is a shield that can protect you through difficult times.

James 1:5 “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him.” This verse emphasizes that God is generous with wisdom and is always willing to give it to those who ask. The angel may be urging you to seek wisdom in your life-whether it be making decisions, understanding your spiritual path or discerning the meaning of your dream itself. It suggests that the answers and clarity you seek are available to you, and all you need to do is ask with an open heart. The dream, with its divine revelation and the appearance of the angel, may be guiding you to trust that God will provide wisdom as you navigate life’s complexities.

This painting is available as giclee reproductions on paper, canvas and metal, allowing admirers to bring a piece of Marci’s dream into their own space. Each reproduction maintains the vibrancy and depth of the original work, inviting contemplation and inspiration.

Please review the frame images, as the frame style varies based on the substrate used—whether paper, canvas, or metal.

Please contact Marci to inquire about custom sizes and/or mat, frame, and metal options that are not listed here. She will work with you to accommodate your preferences as best as possible.