“Jesus said, ‘Truly I say to you, unless you are converted and become like children, you will not enter the kingdom of heaven. Whoever then humbles himself as this child, he is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.’” Matthew 18:3-4 Even when our kids were young, my family and I liked to hike. Back then my young children never asked, “Daddy, do you know where you’re going?” “Mommy, are we going somewhere dangerous?” Or “Daddy, do you know the way back?” Instead they simply believed in my wife and I and followed without concern. That’s how children trust. Young children don’t need all the details when they are in the care and comfort of someone who loves them. They just trust those who love them with a simple sincerity. Having that kind of trust is the essence of becoming like a child and having childlike faith. It’s with that type of childlike faith we enter “the kingdom of Heaven.” Read all of Matthew 18. Remember to dive deeper with God at Discover One Thing. “For in Him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through Him and for Him.” Colossians 1:16 On Earth there are many beautiful things. God created all things! Things in Heaven and on Earth. How much more beautiful will Heaven be! Colossians 1 proclaims Jesus as Creator and Lord. Click to read more of Colossians 1. Sign up for the Visual Verse email and get my free PDF on experiencing God. “Do you not know? Have you not heard? The Everlasting God, the Lord, the Creator of the ends of the earth does not become weary or tired. His understanding is inscrutable. He gives strength to the weary.” Isaiah 40:28-29a I find the troubles of this world draining. So often hope and motivation seem out of reach. Each day brings its own dose of discouragement. But give praise to God! Each and every day He brings good things. The Bible tell us He gives us strength when we are weary and I need His strength each day. Without it I feel weak. I know that without God I have nothing. I hope you find encouragement in this Scripture passage and photograph. Isaiah 40 proclaims that God never gets tired. He holds infinite power and endurance and He gives strength and rest to the weary. PS Enter God’s Kingdom with Childlike Faith
Matthew 18:3-4 and Children Near the Mills Lake Trail, Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado.
With Childlike Faith
Maker of Heaven and Earth
Colossians 1:16 with Jenny Lake and Mount Teewinot, Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming.
Things in Heaven and Earth
Strength to the Weary
Isaiah 40:28-29a and a Tired Hiker, Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado.
God Gives Strength to the Weary
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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!