Armor of God Print

As is evident when one looks at "Armor of God", this painting is patterned after Doc’s earlier work "Called to Serve." That original was purchased by the Church Museum of Art. Both painted to inspire young men contemplating a mission AND missionaries already in the field. Elder Brad Griffith is the missionary who had inspired the creation of that first painting. As a young man or young woman accepts a mission call, they put on the Armor of God and move forward in His service.

DOC O. CHRISTENSEN was raised on a dairy farm in Merced, California, where he spent a lot of time learning to draw. At a young age, his mother soon introduced him to oil painting. Later on in life, he gained experience as a technical illustrator. Both accuracy and beauty are apparent in each of his works, his best known being The Portrait of the Prophets. Doc's religious art so far carries two main themes: Jesus Christ as the Savior, and the everyday commitment of believers choosing to live His gospel. Among his unique works, you will see scenes of valiant missionaries, faithful pioneers, modern-day families, and meaningful church service.