Surrender
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About Surrender
A note from Mark Mabry
"Jesus wept." (John 11:35)
The shortest verse in the Bible. The image holds the moment that verse describes. Jesus on the right in a white robe, a woman in white whose face is buried against His shoulder. His own face is visible, brow furrowed, weeping with her. The stone wall behind them is weathered gray-tan. It is daylight and color, the moment as it happened.
JESUS WEPT.
Mary's brother had just died. Jesus had not arrived in time, and Mary said so. "Lord, if thou hadst been here, my brother had not died" (John 11:32). He could have explained the timing. He cried with her instead.
The miracle came later. Lazarus walked out of the tomb a few verses on. The Bible could have left John 11:35 on the cutting room floor and skipped straight to the rescue, and nothing in the doctrine would have changed. Except for this. We would not know that the Savior cries first.
This is the gift to send someone in early grief, when fixing it is not what is needed. The image anchors the Sympathy Gifts collection for the loss that has already happened, and it lives in the Jesus Wept collection alongside the other moments where the Savior chooses shared sorrow over an immediate fix. For the moment when the miracle came, the raising of Lazarus and the raising of Jairus's daughter, see Arise.
He held her first.
Common questions
What scene does Surrender depict?
John 11:35. Jesus weeping with Mary outside the tomb of Lazarus. Jesus on the right in a white robe, a woman in white with her face buried against His shoulder. His brow is furrowed. The stone wall behind is weathered gray-tan. Color and daylight, the moment as it happened.
What is the meaning of the John 11:35 scene in Surrender?
Mary's brother Lazarus had just died. Jesus arrived after the death and Mary said so. He could have explained the timing or moved straight to the miracle. He wept with her instead. The image holds the moment before the rescue. The Savior cries first.
Is Surrender a painting or a photograph?
It is a color photograph. Reflections of Christ work is photography, not painting. Surrender is shot in daylight, in color, with real people and a real stone wall background.
Is Surrender a good Christian sympathy gift?
Yes. Surrender is the image to send someone in early grief, when fixing it is not what is needed. It anchors the Sympathy Gifts collection and lives in the Jesus Wept collection. The pairing piece for the moment when the miracle came is Arise, the raising of Lazarus and the raising of Jairus's daughter.
Where does Surrender look best in a home?
Bedrooms, hallways, and quiet rooms where a person sits with a hard thing. The image asks for stillness. It is not a statement piece on the main wall, it is a presence in a smaller room.
Framed Canvas Art
Two ways to frame your canvas. Pick the one that fits the room.
Float Framed Canvas (generally more modern). A 1.5-inch-deep Premium Gallery Wrapped Canvas sits inside a slim frame with a small gap between frame and canvas, so the print appears to float. Available in nine thin frame profiles: Thin Gold, Thin White, Thin Silver, Thin Black, Thin Walnut, Thin Maple, Thin Oak, Thin Espresso, and Thin Natural. Ships ready to hang with hanging cleat, black backing, and bumpers.
Classic Framed Canvas (generally more traditional). A 0.75-inch-deep premium canvas sits inside the frame the way frames have held important pictures for centuries. Available in five hand-finished profiles: Plein Air Gold, Vintage Copper, Black Gold Classic, Concerto Black Gold, and Driftwood Gray. Ships ready to hang with hanging wire and black backing.
Both styles are framed to order in the USA with gallery-quality precision.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the emotional message behind Surrender?
Surrender centers on a moving embrace between Jesus and a suffering woman, emphasizing Christ’s empathy, tenderness and deep understanding.
Who is Surrender especially meaningful for?
It is a strong fit for believers who want artwork about giving burdens to Christ, receiving comfort and remembering that Jesus meets people in pain with love.
How long does shipping take?
Most canvases are made to order and typically ship within five business days. Traditional prints typically ship within two business days.
What formats is this artwork available in?
Format availability varies by piece, but many Reflections of Christ pieces offer framed canvas, gallery wrapped canvas, loose canvas and in some cases traditional prints. Sizes also vary by artwork, including smaller home-friendly sizes and larger statement pieces.
Testimonials
I still tear up at times when I look at this image. What a beautiful reminder that if we keep our eyes firmly fixed on Jesus…
Kathy, TN
When this piece came into our home Fred and I felt our home change.🙏
Julie, WA
One of my favorite things in my home—my @reflectionsofchrist portrait. This piece is so dear to my heart... it's placed in the center of my home, because my intention as a mother is to always have Christ be our center for everything we do. This artwork brings light and spirit to our family.
Rach Parcell, UT
I’m a huge believer in having some kind of art depicting the Savior in your home. It’s a wonderful talking piece and teaching moment for kids to see and ponder what the image means to them.
Bubba Page, UT
As my journey with God gets stronger over the years, I made it apparent to have his presence in my Home.
Teaching the kids his ways and his endless Love.
This piece symbolizes strength and the Light he brings into my life.
Randyl, FL
…I firmly believe that having Christ as the center of our homes can bring the Peace we are all constantly seeking, in the place we spend the most time, with the people we love so deeply!
Jasmine, ID
Nothing makes a home like beautiful art, these pictures really set a wonderful mood in our home!
Jase Bennett, Scottland
Lately, Fisher has been afraid of “monsters”. We pray every night, but I think seeing Jesus just outside his room really helps. No talk of monsters anymore!
It’s so important to instill God’s love on our boys and teach them about their Father.
Brittany Robinson, TX
My big gift this year brought me to tears. I can remember the first time I saw this print and it took my breath away. I need the daily reminder of Jesus, His power and His plan for me and my family.
Rainer, TN
Every time I look at this photo, I am reminded that I am cared for by the best Father. That no matter what happens around me, He is my protector… with Him I can walk on water.
Mila, WA
This picture in our entryways helps us pause, reflect, and ask ourselves “how can we be more like Christ?” on a daily basis.
Holly and Brad, TN
Never have I loved a picture of Jesus more. The colors are soothing and the happiness it brings to my heart when I look at it makes me want one in every room. —*adds to cart for every room in the house
Betsy Mikesell, TN
I was always told to look for God in everything, how I live and look at life. It is important to me to have this picture of Jesus to be reminded daily of his kindness, wonder, and love. If remembrance is a value of yours; this is the perfect way to start!