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Romans 1:20 · KJV

"For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse:"

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Passage Context

18For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness;
19Because that which may be known of God is manifest in them; for God hath shewed it unto them.
20For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse:
21Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened.
22Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools,

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Devotional Reflection

LoveGratitudeHopeAwe

We can feel the hand of the Master everywhere. We can see it in the world's order, beauty, and vast variety. The vastness of space with its billions of stars and the amazing world of the microscopic show that the Orderer is very creative. God has left traces of Himself all over the world, so we know He has been here and won't give up on what He has made. But will we respond to this beauty by trying to live by the ways of the Great Orderer of the universe and choosing to show His righteous character, gracious compassion, and loving justice?

Prayer

Thank you, God, for all that You have made. I appreciate its splendor and variety. Thank You for the beauty of spring and the varying seasons. I want to thank You most of all for choosing to manifest Yourself to us, Your creatures. We promise to return Your grace with sacrificial love. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.

LoveGratitudeAwe

What a wonderful place to live! The vastness of space makes you feel small. The beauty of the mountaintops makes us gasp for air. We could go on and on about all the beautiful, amazing, and awe-inspiring things in the universe. God, the Genius behind it all, can be seen in the variety, the order, the symmetry, and the strange things that happen.

Prayer

O LORD, All-Powerful God, your amazing sense of majesty, grace, wonder, awe, and beauty shines through everything you've made. Thank you for leaving your mark on our amazing world in such a clear way. In Jesus' name, I praise. In the name of Jesus, I pray. Amen.

LoveGratitudeHopeAwe

We can feel the hand of the Master everywhere. We can see it in the world's order, beauty, and vast variety. The vastness of space with its billions of stars and the amazing world of the microscopic show that the Creator is very creative. God has left traces of Himself all over the world, so we know He has been here and won't give up on what He has made. But will we respond to this beauty by trying to live by the ways of the Great Orderer of the universe and choosing to show His righteous character, gracious compassion, and loving justice?

Prayer

God, thank you for making everything. Thank you for how beautiful and different it is. Thank you for how the seasons change and how beautiful spring is. But most of all, thank you for letting us, your creatures, see you. We promise to obey you out of love in response to your kindness. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.

Reflection Questions

1

How do you see God's creation revealing His power?

2

What does understanding God's eternal nature mean for you?

3

When have you been awed by the beauty of creation?

Life Application

nature

Spend time in nature to reflect on God's creation and His eternal power.

evangelism

Use the beauty of creation as a conversation starter about God's existence with others.

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