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Genesis 1:20 · KJV

"And God said, Let the waters bring forth abundantly the moving creature that hath life, and fowl that may fly above the earth in the open firmament of heaven."

King James Version

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Passage Context

18And to rule over the day and over the night, and to divide the light from the darkness: and God saw that it was good.
19And the evening and the morning were the fourth day.
20And God said, Let the waters bring forth abundantly the moving creature that hath life, and fowl that may fly above the earth in the open firmament of heaven.
21And God created great whales, and every living creature that moveth, which the waters brought forth abundantly, after their kind, and every winged fowl after his kind: and God saw that it was good.
22And God blessed them, saying, Be fruitful, and multiply, and fill the waters in the seas, and let fowl multiply in the earth.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you appreciate the life around you?

2

What does abundance mean to you in your daily life?

3

When have you felt a connection to nature?

Life Application

nature

Spend time outdoors to appreciate the beauty and diversity of life. Consider how you can contribute to the care of creation.

abundance

Reflect on the blessings in your life and how you can share them with others.

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