This digital painting of Mary with the baby Jesus is an expression of vulnerability, hinting of His mission yet to come. It is an account of His power as my Messiah and Deliverer, experienced through one of the greatest trials of my life. He is faithful and that deserves to be expressed and shared.

A familiar hymn to most Christians, Rock of Ages, was written by Augustus M. Toplady, 1740-1778, and set to music by Thomas Hastings,...