As we arrive in the middle of this week-long focus on hearing from God, today we're going to look at the role of creation in God speaking to us as his children.

Throughout human history, mankind has gone to nature to get a deeper sense of the divine.

And I believe that when we open our ears

to hear what God is declaring to us through that which he's made,

we'll find a wonderful avenue to stay in communication

with our Heavenly Father.

May God reveal his heart today to speak through his creation.

And may our hearts be stirred to listen.

Welcome to the First 15 podcast. Our scripture for today comes from Romans chapter 1 verse 20.

Scripture says, for his invisible attributes, namely his eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly perceived

ever since the creation of the world and the things that have been made. Nature has an ability

to bring me peace in a way nothing else does.

Sure, I get annoyed by bugs or tired from hiking.

But seeing the beauty, creativity, and complexity of what God has made

has a profound effect on my spiritual life.

Have you ever just spent some time in God's creation?

Maybe it was hiking, lying on the beach, swimming in an ocean or a lake,

fishing, gazing over the Grand Canyon, driving through the mountains, watching a thunderstorm,

or just playing in the rain.

Take a minute to reflect on that time and what you felt.

Looking back, do you think you might have felt God's presence?

Did the awe and wonder of nature's splendor bring you peace,

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