Three Crosses at Sundown

Three crosses stand on Calvary in stark silhouette against the fading light, with a Roman soldier keeping watch near the place of execution. The central cross points to Jesus Christ crucified, flanked by the two criminals described in the Gospel accounts. The dark hillside and lowering sky emphasize the solemn weight of Good Friday, where the Son of God bears sin publicly and shamefully outside the city. The scene speaks to the heart of the Passion: what appeared to Rome as defeat is proclaimed by the Church as redemption. This artwork is suited for Easter, Passion Week, Good Friday services, sermon visuals, worship backgrounds, and teaching on the crucifixion. by Erik Stenbakken