No More A Secret

Sleep can be defined as a state of quietness occurring periodically in man and animals … In fact, both animals and man can survive longer without food than without sleep … Sleep is a miracle and a mystery … Sleep is a wonderful gift and a profound blessing of the Creator to man. 1   In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, O LORD, will keep me safe. 2   He will not let you stumble and fall; the one who watches over you will not sleep. 3 1. The Wonders of Creation    2. Psalm 4:8; 3. Psalm 121:3  

Dear friends, I pray that in all respects you may prosper and be in good health, just as your soul prospers.

Heavenly Father i am grateful for this day and Your promise to guide and walk beside me in Jesus' name Amen! The Lord says, " I will guide you along the  best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you." - Psalm 32:8 NLT Photo: Crape Myrtle Pathway Taken at:  Norfolk Botanical Garden, Norfolk, Virginia

Father today when I am tempted to reflect on fear of tomorrow and may become rattled help me to instead reflect on on Your   great kindness, tender mercy, gentleness, everlasting love so my soul will be at peace. Nehemiah 9:17; Psalm 119:77; Psalm 18:35; Jeremiah 31:3 Sunset Photos:  Norfolk Botanical Garden

I am not sure how long the nest was there, but within a few days of my observing, a family was formed. It seemed only one gosling survived. I hope you enjoy the progression as much as I did. “For all the animals of the forest are mine, and I own the cattle on a thousand hills. I know every bird on the mountains, and all the animals of the field are mine”. ~ Psalm 50:10-11.

Me : I could not help but stop to admire your beauty and capture it on film . Lily : Did you know that I was designed by the Creator 1 and the Giver of Life 2 to add more beauty and to bring joy to the earth 3 ? Heavenly Father : My child, and if I so intricately created this lily which will bloom and add beauty and joy to this earth for only for a short while 4 , do you believe I will care for you ~ my most intricate and valued creation ? 5 1 . Genesis 1:1-2. 2. Job 33:4; 3. Isaiah 35:1-2; 4. Matthew 6:30; 5. Matthew 6:26/Psalm 139:14        Photo – Lily of the Nile – Norfolk Botanical Garden

On my evening walk I realized I had walked past this beauty. I turned around, looked again, and captured it for those who like myself, are amazed at the diverse beauty of creation. Loving Father may i always be aware of  the beauty  You have placed around me!