A Sunday in God's creation
Various Verses -- If His earthly creations are this beautiful, how much more wonderful will Heaven be?
The Running Man Nebula. Photo ©2024, Steven Sande — No use without prior permission of the photographer
Today’s devotional is a bit different from the usual. Barb and I spent Sunday driving through Rocky Mountain National Park on the famous Trail Ridge Road. Along the way we were in total awe of God’s creation, and I thought “If His earthly creations are this beautiful, how much more wonderful will Heaven be?”
In lieu of the normal deep dive into Scripture, I invite you to view some of our photos from today (and one from an earlier trip at the top of this page) and enjoy an accompanying Bible verse with each.
American Pika. Photo ©2024, Steven Sande — No use without prior permission of the photographer
'And God said, “Let the land produce living creatures according to their kinds: the livestock, the creatures that move along the ground, and the wild animals, each according to its kind.” And it was so. '
Genesis 1:24
Alpine Wildflowers. Photo ©2024, Steven Sande — No use without prior permission of the photographer
'Flowers appear on the earth; the season of singing has come, the cooing of doves is heard in our land. '
Song of Songs 2:12
An elk, not a deer… but elk aren’t found anywhere in the Bible. Photo ©2024, Steven Sande — No use without prior permission of the photographer
'As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God. '
Psalms 42:1
The beautiful Rocky Mountains…at the end of July. Photo ©2024, Barbara Sande — No use without prior permission of the photographer
'I lift up my eyes to the mountains— where does my help come from? '
Psalms 121:1
A yellow-bellied marmot suns itself on a rock and admire’s God’s handiwork. Photo ©2024, Steven Sande — No use without prior permission of the photographer
'Light is sweet, and it pleases the eyes to see the sun. '
Ecclesiastes 11:7
Heaven On Wheels Daily Prayer:
Dear God, thank you for the breathtaking beauty of your creation. From the vastness of the star-studded sky to the delicate petals of a flower, every detail reflects your wisdom and artistry. Help us appreciate and care for this world you’ve entrusted to us. Amen.