No Greater Love by Ron DiCianni

"Greater love has no one than this, that one lay down his life for his friends." John 15:13

The first time those words came alive was when Jesus demonstrated them on the cross 2,000 years ago to provide salvation for mankind. However those words in John 15:13 came to life again for us on a balmy day in September a few years ago. This time it took the form of brave firefighters, police officers and rescue workers from all over the country who considered the lives of the imperiled victims greater than their own. Part of the five painting Hero’s Series, No Greater Love illustrates our Savior’s words in action on an everyday basis.

The significance of this painting goes well beyond days of tragedy though. Our firemen are prepared to lay down their lives every call they run. No Greater Love masterfully depicts the everyday heroes that are our firemen. Laying down their lives is not a duty or a job, it is a determination to give all they have for their fellow man.

ARTIST NOTE: On September 11, 2001, the United States was shaken to its core. A devastating terrorist attack that seemed to come right out of a Hollywood movie was all too real. America found itself vulnerable. Every person in the country was affected in some way or another.

Out of the tragedy, something spiritual happened. We awoke from our defiance to trust in and actively include God in our lives as the rightful All-Powerful God that He is. We knew it before, but we just couldn't get ourselves to bow our knees in humble contrition and obey His words. This attack knocked us off our throne and rightly gave that seat to God.

This painting is dedicated to all those who didn't consider it too much to give their all and to their families who can take comfort in the knowledge that God saw their deeds and saw His Son's words come alive in them.

Unframed Open Edition Canvas

Measures 9.25x12"

Also available framed, please refer to drop down box for pricing.