Appreciating God's Creation!

“God saw all that He had made, and behold, it was very good.” Genesis 1:31

Are you an early riser? Well, I’m not. Though, as an ardent photographer of God’s natural world, I seek every opportunity to capture the essence of His intricate and magnificent creation. Not only am I inspired by visually exploring nature first-hand but also by the works of other photographers. Seeing others’ experiences of a sunrise almost compels me to seek the same experience. I say, ‘almost’, because usually the physical desire for sleep overcomes the emotional need for the anticipated joy of viewing the beautiful beginning of a morning. If I’m up early it’s usually because I’m rushing to an appointment and then miss the sunrise anyway!

Do I need to see every sunrise in order to appreciate God’s work in our world? No, I can observe His amazing power and glory in other ways. His creation is all around me – I just have to notice it. Whether it is in the plant life, the geography, the skies, or even the people I meet, His creation is before me to appreciate at all times of the day and night.

While I did see this beautiful sunrise, I usually try to focus on seeing God's handiwork in everything and everyone I come across. The more I am amazed at His creation, the more I love God and appreciate His work in me, too. I acknowledge that I am His rays of light to shine His love on others.

Take a few moments now to notice and appreciate God’s creation around you. Then notice the goodness He’s created in you, too, and thank Him for this blessing!