“Yet you do not know what your life will be like tomorrow. You are just a vapor that appears for a little while and then vanishes away.” James 4:14 When I study the Bible I prefer the richer translation, but sometimes I like how the common language translations word a phrase. The New Living Translations records James 4:14 as, “How do you know what your life will be like tomorrow? Your life is like the morning fog—it’s here a little while, then it’s gone.” This morning fog in Glacier National Park didn’t linger long. With the sunrise it gave way to a gorgeous day. The Scripture says, one’s life is “like the morning fog—it’s here a little while, then it’s gone.” Our finite lives don’t last long. In light of eternity the good and bad here will shortly disappear. The Bible calls us to trust our everlasting God and not ourselves with our time here. Read all of James 4. “Fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of faith, Who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.” Hebrews 12:2 What a wonderful act Jesus performed by dying on the cross. The Bible says He went through that trial “for the joy set before Him”—Our salvation and the glory of sitting “down at the right hand of the throne of God” as the Redeemer of the world. When we endure trials lets fix our eyes on Him and always remember because He died we will live in eternal peace and paradise with Him. Be encouraged by all of Hebrews 12. “Then Jesus again spoke to them, saying, ‘I am the Light of the world; he who follows Me will not walk in the darkness, but will have the Light of life.'” John 8:12. In a world filled with dark clouds Jesus is our light to follow. We will find no true way except the way in Him. The Christian faith is true only because Christ is true. We find eternal life not in works and religion, but in the person of Jesus. He frees us to live free from the bondage of sin (Romans 6:18). Believe, repent and live! Amen. To learn about Life in Christ click here.
Just a Morning Fog
James 4:14 and Fog settled On Trees Glacier National Park, Montana.
Life is a Morning Fog
Fixing Our Eyes on Christ
Hebrews 12:2 and Three Crosses, Camp Luther, Colfax County, Nebraska.
Fixing our Eyes
Follow the Light of Christ
John 8:12 and a Gull flying at Sunrise, Melbourne Beach, Florida.
The Light of Christ
“The heavens will praise Your wonders, O LORD; Your faithfulness also in the assembly of the holy ones. For who in the skies is comparable to the LORD? Who among the sons of the mighty is like the LORD.” Psalm 89:5-6 Earlier this July Americans filled the skies with fireworks celebrating the 243 anniversary of our nation’s independence. As bright and mighty as those fireworks were, no fireworks light up the sky the way God lights up the sky. The heavens and the evening sky reflect His glory and therefore praises Him. When we look at the sky we know there is something greater than us and we know there is something greater than the sky. As glorious as that evening sky is it cannot compare to God. Nothing in nature (and certainly nothing man made) shines brighter than the glory of God. Praise God and read all of Psalm 89. For daily inspiration visit The Visual Bible Verse of Day each day! Genesis 9:16-17 and a Double Rainbow, Arches National Park, Utah. “’When the bow is in the cloud, then I will look upon it, to remember the everlasting covenant between God and … Continue reading → The Heavens Praise and God’s Fireworks
Psalm 89:5-6 and a Sunset, Mahoney State Park, Nebraska.
Heavens Praise, God’s Glorious Fireworks
A Rainbow: God’s Promise
A Different Kind of Bible Verse of the Day
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 passage 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. We also produce a Bible Verse of the Day for mobile devices.
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!