“But for you who fear My name, the Sun of Righteousness will rise with healing in its wings; and you will go forth and skip about like calves from the stall.” Malachi 4:2 The writers of the old Christmas hymns often used words rooted in Scripture. I cherish many of these carols and like “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” as my favorite. The lyrics are powerful. The word “Sun” in “Sun of Righteousness” in the song is not a misspelling meant to be “son”. It’s a quote from Malachi 4:2 referencing the second coming of Christ. This verse in Malachi uses words to create a joyful image of Christ’s return. When Jesus returns, He returns not just as the son, but He returns bright like the rising sun. He will bring new life and healing in His wings. And His people will rejoice skipping like young calves! Enjoy the rich doctrine of the third verse in “Hark the Herald Angel Sing” “Hail the heaven-born Prince of Peace! Don’t miss a daily photo and verse. Sign up for our email. “But when the fullness of the time came, God sent His Son, born of a woman, born under the Law, so that He might redeem those who were under the Law, that we might receive the adoption as sons and daughters.” Galatians 4:4-5 The Bible tells us that in the fullness of time Christ came to redeem His people. He did not come too early, nor did He come too late. He came at the perfect time to redeem us. All people, not just the ancient Jews, are subject to the law—the law of sin and death. At Christmas we celebrate Christ coming to earth to redeem us and to make us adoptive sons and daughters of God. And He came at the moment in time the Father meant Him to come. O come, O come, Emmanuel (first verse) Read more about the significance of the coming of Jesus in Galatians 4 Matthew 2:2 and A Star filled Sky and “It came Upon the Midnight Clear” “Where is the One who has been born King of the Jews? We saw His star in the east and have come to worship Him.” Matthew … Continue reading → The Rising “Sun of Righteousness”
Malachi 4:2, “Hark the Herald Angel Sing” and the Sun Rising Behind Aspen Trees in Rocky Mountain National Park.
Christ, The Sun of Righteousness
Hail the Sun of Righteousness!
Light and life to all he brings,
Risen with healing in his wings.
Mild he lays his glory by,
Born that man no more may die,
Born to raise the sons of earth,
Born to give us second birth.
Hark! the herald angels sing,
‘Glory to the new born King!’” In the Fullness of Time
Galatians 4:4-5, “O come, O come, Emmanuel” and Trees Covered in Snow, Fontenelle Forest.
Jesus Came in the Fullness of Time
“O come, O come, Emmanuel”
And ransom captive Israel
That mourns in lonely exile here
Until the Son of God appear
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel
Shall come to thee, O Israel.” A Star’s Call to Worship Him: The Newborn King
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Isaiah 43:25, O Holy Night and a Snow Covered Field, Sarpy County , Nebraska. “I am the one who wipes out your transgressions for My own sake, and I will … Continue reading → Ephesians 4:23-24 and Trees Covered with Snow, Hitchcock Nature Center, Iowa. “And that you be renewed in the spirit of your mind, and put on the new self, which in … Continue reading → Born to Make us Pure
God’s Righteousness and Holiness
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A Different Kind of Bible Verse of the Day
Welcome to the Visual Bible Verse of the Day. My name is Pasquale Mingarelli. Six days a week I post a Scripture verse or passage along with a picture of nature. The two together work to encourage people through God’s Word and God’s creation. I desire to reach people around the world with this daily Bible verse and creation photo so they may know the greatness and goodness of God.
As an outdoor photographer I spend a lot of time outside. I enjoy spending time in nature even when I’m not taking pictures. My family and I like to go for walks or hikes to enjoy the beauty of just being outside. Often, I bring along my Bible and a journal to reflect about God during a hike or walk. As a result, I have learned that God speaks to us through His creation and the creation speaks to us about God.
The Bible tells us that creation reveals many of God’s attributes (Romans 1:20 and Psalm 19). Through nature we see God’s power, transcendence, majesty, glory, beauty, provision and so much more. May these pictures and daily Bible devotional help you to see these qualities of God reveled through His creation.
Ways to receive The Visual Bible Verse of the Day
The Visual Bible Verse of the Day comes to you free of charge. You can visit this site daily or sign up to receive the Scripture verses and pictures by email. What’s nice is that you can control how often you receive The Visual Bible Verse of the Day. When you visit the free subscription you’ll see several options. The first one allows people to receive the Scripture verse and picture daily. But for those who want to limit the quantity of emails I offer a three day a week option and a two day a week option.
A little Bit About Me
Before jumping into nature photography I worked as a newspaper photographer and then joined the missionary organization Campus Crusade for Christ (now called Cru). I worked as a photojournalist with Campus Crusade’s magazine,Worldwide Challenge. While working with the magazine, I had photo assignments in seven different countries and 24 different states. Traveling and photographing in the U.S. and internationally, gave me a wealth of knowledge and experience about life, people, and culture.
Today, I work as full-time freelance photographer, teach photography part-time and work as creation speaker. But as a result of my days with Campus Crusade, I still have a heart and passion for ministry. I want to bless people through my photography and Bible verse of the day. I hope you enjoy this site! Finally, I encourage you to get outside to enjoy God’s creation and dig into God’s Word daily. Blessings!