“For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities —
his eternal power and divine nature —
have been clearly seen, being understood from
what has been made, so that men are without excuse.”
Romans 1:20
All of creation bears witness to God’s character and creativity. His invisible qualities are made visible in creation, when we behold:
- A majestic, snow-capped mountain
- A vast ocean with the tide rolling in
- A newborn babe
- A seed burst forth from soil
- A honeybee in its hive
- A human eye
- A hummingbird
- A rose, a daisy, a lily
- An ear of corn, an apple, an orange
We look up, look down, and look all around — and it prompts wonder and worship. Even those who do not know His name are compelled to acknowledge His existence. We can declare with the Psalmist, “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.” (Psalm 19:1)
We intuitively know there is intelligent design. Order and beauty do not flow from chaos. (If so, why does my desk need perpetual attention?!) All this: the beauty and bounty, the variety, the taste and texture. God’s glory is on display, if we will but pause to look.
Take some time — make some time — to take a Sunday walk. Worship. Wonder. Acknowledge Him. Thank Him. It’s there. He’s there. Clearly seen. You just have to look!
He is the genius who thought it all up and then had the power to speak it into existence!
Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth!
Psalm 8:1
Laura is joined by her friend, Lydia Collins, for this week’s devotional video. We invite you to watch and listen as they discuss Romans 8:26 and 28, and how sometimes it is hard to express our prayers. We just have to trust in God’s plan and timing. He knows what’s in our hearts when we reach out to him, even if we do not have all the words.
