Tag: beauty

The Ocean of Eternity

Mortality and the purpose of life are prominent themes in Thomas Cole’s paintings. Through his paintings, he vividly brings out the human dilemma of mortality, a dilemma we ourselves must wrestle with. Given the inevitability of death, what are we to do with our days? We can try

Not a Star for Wishing

The Gift of Faith vs. the Grace of Faith Perhaps the best feature about the little condo I’m renting is a big skylight in the center of the vaulted ceiling. When I need a break from writing, I lay on the couch and look up at the passing

The Voyage of Life and the Course of Empire

The endless cycle of life should prompt us to consider whether this world is all there is, and if the longings of the human heart for permanence and joy have any real object of fulfillment.

The Study of God

In every order of magnitude, what is God telling us about Himself? The beauty we see in creation should drive us to seek to know Him in Scripture. Knowing God—not just in your head, but in your heart—will make all the difference in your life.

Quotes from C. S. Lewis

C.S. Lewis had a knack for communicating profound biblical truth in a simple way that captures the imagination. His pithy statements illuminate the importance of Christianity and the wonders of the world to come.

Lessons from Creation

As we look at creation, we need to train our eyes to see beyond what is visible and praise our God for His glory on display.

A Closer Look at Creation

God designed the exquisite wonders of the natural world. The closer we look, the more we see that evolution cannot account for the complexity we see.

Glory in the Diversity of Creation

If your God is small, your problems will seem big. But if your God is big, your problems will be small. Studying creation can increase your view of God.

Immersed in Glory and Beauty

We are immersed in beauty in wonder. The problem is, we often do not see it. We need to train ourselves to see the glory of the Creator in nature.

Living as Salt and Light

How do you live as salt and light? You must lean into the wellspring of truth, looking to the example of Christ and the fullness of His life.