“For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand so that we would walk in them.” Ephesians 2:10 When I photograph nature, I like to think about what the subject I’m photographing tells me about God. When photographing these snow covered blueberry leaves, I added a twist to that thought. Instead, I thought about what does this subject tell me about my relationship with God? These thoughts came to me. The snow made me think about cold. The red leaves made me think of hidden beauty. Then I thought about myself and how often my personality can be cold. I sometimes get buried by the things of life and frustrated by my failures. But yet, despite my coldness and frustration, God gives me the vision to see beauty in things that others might miss. Most people may have just overlooked these leaves, but God has given me eyes to see the beauty in such things. God created each one of us with gifts to use for Him. Sure we all have flaws, but God’s gifts to us are greater than our flaws. How do you use your gifts to do good works for God? Read more of Ephesians 2. PS “Behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD, when I will raise up for David a Righteous Branch, and He will reign wisely as king and administer justice and righteousness in the land.” Jeremiah 23:5 I treasure the old Christmas Hymns. I think it’s sad that many churches don’t play them during the Christmas season. The old classic Christmas carols beautifully reference Scripture and doctrine. The hymn “O’ Come, O’Come Emmanuel” references the above verse and Isaiah 11:1-2 when it sings that the Christ will come from line of David, “the branch from Jesse’s tree.” About every other day, from now until Christmas, I’ll post a verse or two from a Christmas Hymn. I’ll also post a link to the Hymn. Take a moment to read a few verses of “O’ Come, O’ Come Emanuel” below. O come, the branch of Jesse’s tree O come, Thou Key of David, come, Please Note: This hymn is very old and there are many wordings. The lyrics you know my slightly vary from this one. Genesis 8:22 and Snow Covered Corn Field, Eastern Nebraska. “While the earth remains, Seedtime and harvest, and cold and heat, and summer and winter, and day and night Shall not cease.” Genesis 8:22 Summer and Winter This verse is part … Continue reading → His Workmanship
Ephesians 2:10 and Snow Covered Blueberry Leaves, Bellevue, Nebraska
We are His Workmanship Created with Gifts
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Christmas Hymn Series: Jeremiah 23:5 & a Fir Tree Branch with Snow, Washington County, Nebraska
Christ, the Righteous Branch
Free them from Satan’s tyranny;
They trust you mighty power to save,
And give them victory over the grave.
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel
shall come to thee, O Israel.
And open wide our heavenly home;
Make safe the way that leads on high,
And close the path to misery.
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel
shall come to thee, O Israel. Summer and Winter, Seedtime and Harvest
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1 John 1:7-9 and a Bull Elk at Sunrise, Moraine Park, Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado. “But if we walk in the Light as He Himself is in the Light, … Continue reading → 1 Kings 19:12-13 and Trees Covered in Snow, Fontenelle Forest, Bellevue, Nebraska. “And after the earthquake a fire, but the Lord was not in the fire; and after the fire a still small voice. So it … Continue reading → Walk in the Light of God
God and the Still Small Voice
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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!