Few things equal the magnificence of the reawakening of a spring garden. Though many of the same plants return year after year, each year reveals its own loveliness. Reflecting the Creator’s beauty, the intricacies of individual flowers amaze me with new facets of God’s glory.
The hands which formed the rugged mountains and carved out valleys, lovingly molded the delicate petals of the iris to reflect the manifold exquisiteness of his nature.
Welcome back to the garden for a time of Garden Grace, where we allow God to reveal Himself through His creation. Once a month we linger together gleaning all He has for us through the beauty of plants, trees, animals and insects. I can’t wait to share my most recent discovery with you!
no random beauty
Stumbling across this lovely poem recently, it drew me in, igniting a new appreciation for the Joy inherent in the way the spring flowers reflect the Creator’s beauty.
Awestruck By the Sight by Catherine Pulsifer
Walking through a garden,
I am awestruck by the sight,
The beauty here is unmatched,
And I bask in its light.
The colors are so vibrant,
And the flora abound,
Each petal perfect and shining;
It’s breathtaking to gaze around.
Tall trees extend to the sky
Like reaching hands up on high;
It’s a sampling of heaven down here on earth –
Amazing to the eye.
I’m reminded that this beauty
Isn’t by random chance:
God’s creativity has created
This garden of grand splendor at glance!
the creator’s beauty
Never weary of watching our gardens awake from a long winter’s slumber, I eagerly check each one for new arrivals, and freshly opened blossoms.
My curiosity rejoices in the myriad colors, textures, and intricate detail of petal designs reflecting the Creator’s beauty and craftsmanship.
“And why do you worry about clothes? See how the flowers of the field grow. They do not labor or spin. Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of these. “
While the magnificence of each blossom shines forth in physical beauty, as I lingered in closer examination, the beauty of Gods wisdom, design, and exquisite attention to detail left me awestruck.
Imagining God to be incredibly beautiful in appearance, His loveliness goes much deeper. As the heavens declare His magnificent glory, (Psalm 19:1) the quiet splendor and intricacy of my garden blossoms speak of a wise, gentle, and loving Creator.
reflecting the creator’s beauty
As I enjoyed the many facets of the Creator’s beauty within my gardens, another thought captured my mind. In the same way the exquisite loveliness of the garden flowers reflects God’s beauty, we, as image bearers showcase His beauty!
God created each of us uniquely to show forth His magnificence to those around us.
Yet, unlike the garden flowers who radiate Joy exactly as they were created, we often desire to look like someone else or even “be” someone else.
Uniquely created and gifted, each one of us has a special purpose in God’s Kingdom only we can fulfill. Reflecting the Creator’s beauty, wisdom, and love through our individual gifting and purpose, we shine God’s glory in a way no one else can.
How will you radiate the Creator’s beauty today?
Donna, as I saw your title, all I could think of was that old chorus, ‘Let the Beauty of Jesus Be Seen In Me.’ Thanks for taking me there tonight …
What a beautiful chorus, Linda, I love thinking about those words, may they be true in our lives!
It’s amazing that each spring brings forth new splendor, Donna! Even if they are the same plants, somehow, no two seasons look the same. Thank you for the reminder that we too reflect God’s beauty.
Lisa, I had the same thought, though many of our plants are the same each year, yet somehow, they look different each year. And isn’t that how we are? Though in essence we are the same season in and season out, yet the inward changes wrought by God shine outwardly in new ways.
Donna,
I cannot wait for spring to unfold in Colorado. It is only beginning to peek out from beneath winter’s chill. Your lovely words remind me of the beauty that awaits in this season and with Him!
Blessings to you, friend.
Tammy
Wow, Tammy and I thought spring arrived late here in Pennsylvania! Soon you will be comforted with the Hope that comes every spring! Hallelujah!
I should remember these beautiful words especially when I feel like Impostor Syndrome is creeping in. Or when it’s that time of the month when I’m just not feeling it. Lol!
How true, Lux, I battle Imposter Syndrome often, but remembering I am created in His image for His work, helps me remember I can do all things through Christ!
“God created each of us uniquely to show forth His magnificence to those around us.” So true and we know this, and yet, we need the reminder every spring! Thank you for sharing your gardens with us as you encourage us “to shine God’s glory in a way no one else can.”
Joanne, I love how spring reminds us to share God’s beauty with others, especially those who have passed a long, hard [winter] season in their lives. It brings such Hope for the future!