How Does Springtime Encourage Our Faith in Christ?

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Lastly, nature reveals the beauty and holiness of God. Psalm 96:11-12 says, “Let the heavens rejoice, let the earth be glad; let the sea resound, and all that is in it. Let the fields be jubilant, and everything in them; let all the trees of the forest sing for joy.”

I don’t know about you, but I have never heard a tree in the forest singing. However, as we hear the wind sweep through the branches and see the leaves dance, we are reminded that all of creation worships God. Nature invites us into the song and dance to worship our great Creator.

I love the phrase, “Let the fields be jubilant.” Webster’s Dictionary defines Jubilant as, “Feeling or expressing great joy.” When we recognize that we have been given the gift of purpose and belonging through Jesus, we too can feel and express great joy that moves us.

No one has ever seen the face of God (John 1:18). However, when we ponder the astounding works of His hands and the breath-taking handiwork of nature, we know that His face must be so majestic. To see the face of the one true God would be to die in His presence because of the weight and the magnificence of who He is, the great I am (Exodus 33:20).

Our Creator is also perfectly holy. My husband Drew loves pulling out his telescope, and watching documentaries on outer space. He said that it reminds him of how big God is in reality. Drew’s awe of the Lord spurs him into acknowledging the gift of a relationship with such holiness. 

John 6:38 says, “For I have come down from heaven, not to do My own will, but the will of Him who sent Me.” The fact that Christ would leave His heavenly throne to come and save sinners like me is a humbling thought to ponder. When we observe our natural surroundings, even in a broken world, the beauty and holiness of God is on display. 

This springtime, as we fight through the pollen that gives way to fresh flowers, let us remember the beauty that comes through trials. As we acknowledge new creations, may we reflect on being made new in Christ. Finally, as we observe nature, may it reveal the beauty and holiness of our Almighty God. Happy spring my friends.

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Emma Danzey’s mission in life stems from Ephesians 3:20-21, to embrace the extraordinary. One of her greatest joys is to journey with the Lord in His Scriptures. She is wife to Drew and mom to Graham. Emma serves alongside her husband in ministry, she focuses most of her time in the home, but loves to provide articles on the Bible, life questions, and Christian lifestyle. Her article on Interracial Marriage was the number 1 on Crosswalk in 2021. Most recently, Emma released Treasures for Tots, (Scripture memory songs) and multiple books and devotionals for young children. During her ministry career, Emma has released Wildflower: Blooming Through Singleness, two worship EP albums, founded and led Polished Conference Ministries, and ran the Refined Magazine. You can view her articles on her blog at emmadanzey.wordpress.com and check out her Instagram @Emmadanzey.