No one who has every seen a sunrise can honestly deny that God exists. Even if someone lives alone on a deserted Island, the Bible says God placed that person there so that person would seek and see God. Wherever we live God, reveals Himself to us. The evidence for His existences is everywhere. The above scripture tells us that God exists and He is not far from any of us. Acts 17 is about a sermon the Apostle Paul gave in Athens on Mars Hill. You can read all of Paul’s Mars Hills Sermon here. Our simply secret garden my wife created. I found it to be a great spot to meet with God in the mornings. Did you ever wish that you could find a secret garden? To discover a secret place to meet with God in quiet and in nature? After all, meeting with God in silent seclusion stills our heart. And we better hear from Him with a still heart. Last summer my wife decided to create a secret garden in our backyard. I kind of scoffed at the idea. We already had a big vegetable garden and plenty of flowers around the perimeter of the yard. Nevertheless, undeterred my wife went to it. She found an old bench and a small table at a garage sale. She set them along the brick path that ran underneath a big oak tree next to our deck. In addition to the vinca vine and hostas that grew in the shade by the bricks, she added some flower pots to finish off her secret garden. The finished project looked rather simple, but inviting. A Bible, journal and devotional all set for time with God in our secret garden. The next day after I finished my morning bike ride, I headed to the back deck for some devotional time. My wife’s secret garden sat below the stairs of the deck. I thought I’d give it a shot and went down and sat on the bench. I met with God there in the simple peace of the little garden. The rest of the summer I spent many quiet times with God in that garden. The small little space of nature produced the peace I desired before heading off to work. As someone who loves the great outdoors I enjoy meeting with God in nature. Sometimes I think I need mountains or a forest to best meet with Him. But my wife’s secret proved that we don’t have to venture into the great outdoors to find a peaceful place. Even the small things of nature help still our busy minds, making it easier for us to meet with God. We can create our own secret gardens in the space where we live. Some simple flowers under a backyard tree can make for a perfect natural place to spend time with God. The quiet of such a place helps us better connect and hear from God. A quiet, relaxing spot to meet with God The Bible tells us that Jesus often went to secluded places to meet with the Father. Some of those places were in the wilderness. But just like us, Jesus probably couldn’t always get to the wilderness. When the wilderness wasn’t available to Him, He most likely found another peaceful place. Just like Jesus, we too can find another place to meet with God. My wife’s secret garden serves as such a place. Do you have a quiet place to meet with God? If not, how can you create one? Job 38:8-10 and the Strait of Juan De Fuca, Olympic National Park, Washington State. “Or who enclosed the sea with doors when, bursting forth, it went out from the womb? When I made a cloud its garment and thick darkness its … Continue reading → God Exists for All the World to See
Acts 17:26-27 and an Ocean Sunrise, Melbourne Beach, Florida.
“He made from one man every nation of mankind to live on all the face of the earth, having determined their appointed times and the boundaries of their habitation, that they would seek God, if perhaps they might search for Him and find Him, though He is not far from each one of us.” Acts 17:26-27.God Exists and Makes Himself Known
God and You in a Secret Garden
Finding a Secret Garden
Our Simple Secret Garden
Jesus and Time Alone
Enclosed the Sea
John 3:19-21 and Sandhill Cranes Landing at Sunset, Platte River Valley, Central Nebraska. “Jesus Said ‘This is the verdict: Light has come into the world, but people loved darkness instead of … Continue reading → Psalm 102:2-3 and Shrouded Mountains, Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado. “Do not hide Your face from me in the day of my distress; Incline Your ear to me; In the … Continue reading → Live by the Light
A Shrouded View of God
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!