God’s Creation & the Amateur Shutterbug
“The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky proclaims the work of His hands. Day after day they pour out speech; night after night they communicate knowledge.” (Psalm 19:1-2)
I’m apparently an amateur photographer. You’ve probably seen my handiwork on here or on my Facebook timeline. There’s something about the natural beauty of God’s green earth and its visuals that appeals to me. Sometimes, I get the urge to be a shutterbug.
And I’m fond of sunsets:
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^Lake Ludwig (9-4-2018)
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^Offshore Key West (June 2017)
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^Madeira Beach (June 2015)
I don’t know anything about composition or lighting. I don’t make a fuss about shadows, colors, or any aspect you’d study in a photography major. I just grab the camera, frame the image, and take the shot. I capture what looks aesthetically pleasing to me.
God’s creation is remarkably pretty. Frankly, I don’t know how one can ignore the masterful hand at work in crafting the inspiring vistas which we take for granted.
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^Ripple in the Water Outside Home (February 2018)
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^Navarre Beach (June 2018)
Of course, God’s ever-present fingers aren’t only in nature. His own creations work with their hands, producing gorgeous imagery by which you can still see and feel His imprint. Take, for example, these shots captured in various manmade settings, including video games:
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^Resident Evil Revelations 2
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^Resident Evil 4
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^The Evil Within
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^Fountain in Key West (Actual Date: June 2017)
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^Entrance to Mr. Freeze Ride @ Six Flags Over Texas (July 2016)
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^Jurassic Park @ Islands of Adventure (June 2015)
No matter where I am or what I’m doing, I’m reminded of God’s glory in creation. Again, I don’t claim to be a professional. Some of these shots are a little blurry or otherwise inadequate at getting across what pleased me. But what’s funny is that even an imperfect shot of the world demonstrates how great our Lord is!
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Above is the final picture that I think represents what I’m trying to say. It’s dark, ominous, a little out of focus, but there’s a kind of serenity and peace. That’s what we need to remember in this fallen world of sin and corruption. No matter how bleak things get, there’s always light. He’s never left and never will. Praise be to Him.
Thank you for reading this post and taking in the sights. I hope these photos and screenshots have proven entertaining and not taxing on your data cap. Enjoy your week, God bless, and see you next time.
