Creation declares His existence-Dogwood Canyon 2017

"For since the creation of the world God's invisible qualities, His eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly seen, being understood from His workmanship, so that men are without excuse." Romans 1:20 BSB

Have you ever witnessed the spectacular beauty of an early morning sunrise or the miracle of changing leaves and wondered how anyone looking at the same thing could ever doubt the existence of God? Especially this time of year when His handiwork is even more apparent and striking than ever? I seriously pondered that many times this weekend as I was running up and down the Ozark Mountains, blessed to be participating in the Dogwood Canyon trail run in Lampe, MO. From the mist coming off the springs I, and several hundred others runners, scampered through to the changing elevations of the terrain lined with trees of all colors we ran through, I was in complete awe of the detailed creation around me-and made keenly aware there there was most assuredly a divine Artist that painted this portrait of nature. 

You know the Bible also tells us that God makes himself known through nature saying, "since the creation of the world God's invisible qualities.. have been clearly seen.. from His workmanship, so that men are without excuse." In other words, "His eternal power and divine nature" are revealed through the intricate detail and beauty of the world around us-characteristics of creation that could surely not have been formed by anything other than the hand of a mighty Creator. 

The famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright, who drew his inspiration from the world around him once wrote, "I believe in God, only I spell it Nature." And frequently said to his students looking to learn, "Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature. It will never fail you.” Yes indeed. You and I will never fail to learn more about the Lord than by studying the works of His hands and encouraging others to do the same.

Heavenly Father, thank you for the glimpses into your character that creation provides. From the mighty oaks and rushing water that display your power to the tiny blades of grass that show your attention to detail, your presence can be felt. May we forever be in awe that the same God who created these things loves us so much that He would create a world so beautiful that "men are without excuse" for not believing that they might be saved. It's in your precious name we pray Jesus. Amen. 

Happy Running!!!

Overwhelmed - Big Daddy Weave

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6oxXwRWFTo

Day one started with the 15k challenge with some friends

Day 2 with my three friends completing the 25k and me, by God's grace alone, the 50k

Our shirts say it all.