Phil D.
ὁ βαπτιστὴς
One consideration in planning a recent visit to New England for autumn was of course to take in its legendary fall foliage. We stuck mostly to coastal areas, which according to locals don’t quite realize the same level of colorization found more inland (with northern Vermont reportedly offering the best vistas). Yet having always lived in areas not particularly known for fall colors, my wife and I were quite amazed at the vivid, sometimes flaming scenery we encountered, in venues both great and small.
For myself, in addition to being a blessed respite from the everyday headaches and headlines of life, experiencing the wonders of nature like this always prompts renewed contemplation of the beauty and splendor of its incomprehensible Creator. Though merely temporal and eminently inadequate, nature is still a striking and wondrous expression of His glory and splendor. And then to realize that this omnipotent Creator has condescended to redeem and enter into eternal fellowship with fallen creatures such as myself, is truly overwhelming. …Lord, how great Thou art!
For myself, in addition to being a blessed respite from the everyday headaches and headlines of life, experiencing the wonders of nature like this always prompts renewed contemplation of the beauty and splendor of its incomprehensible Creator. Though merely temporal and eminently inadequate, nature is still a striking and wondrous expression of His glory and splendor. And then to realize that this omnipotent Creator has condescended to redeem and enter into eternal fellowship with fallen creatures such as myself, is truly overwhelming. …Lord, how great Thou art!
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