Connecting With God Through His Creation

By: Lila Lowery

“For everything was created by Him, in heaven and in earth, the visible and the invisible, whether thrones and dominions or rulers or authorities- all things have been created through Him and for Him.” (Colossians 1:16)

No one can deny the beauty of nature. Whether it’s a vast mountain range, a clear ocean, or a bright sunset, we have all looked at the world around us in awe. This amazement is emphasized when we remember who created what we are looking at: God. He created heaven and earth, and every single tree, stone, or flower we pass by is His work of art; it all points to a Creator. And you know what else is His work of art? YOU!

When God created humans, He gave us dominion over other creations, because we are made in His likeness. What an honor that is. We are made in the image of God! The creator of the universe gave this blessing to us. And although none of us will ever deserve God’s grace, with this mindset, it makes some more sense why we receive it. We can’t always see it, but nevertheless, there is something special in everyone, something God given. You and I are the pinnacle of God’s creation, and that is not something to forget. 

This verse from Colossians tells us that Jesus has existed from the very beginning, and that all things are created through and for Him. So we are created by our Savior and for our Savior. How beautiful is that! How beautiful it is that Jesus has had us chosen since the beginning of time, and that He has had a plan for us all along? 

When I really think about how vast creation is, from the depths of the oceans to outer space, it is truly baffling to think about how small I am in the grand scheme of things. But none of us are small to the Lord. In God’s eyes, you are more important than anything else. So if you feel hopeless or unforgivable, remind yourself that you are God’s beloved child.

But just because humans have power over other creations, doesn’t mean that those aren’t important as well. In my English class, we are reading a book about the importance of nature and its benefits in our lives. The teacher asked us to spend about 15 minutes in nature, with no distractions, just existing in it. So I sat down next to a tree in my yard and did so. I prayed during this time, contemplating the creation around me. Without my phone or someone else being there to distract me, I felt super connected to the world around me. It was a spiritual moment that made me notice Jesus’ presence. Because nature is truly pointing to the Lord, the one who created it, so I think spending time in it is a great way to connect with God. It reminds us of His presence throughout the world and His presence inside each of us.