He has made everything beautiful in His time. (Ecclesiastes 3:11)
July, summer is upon the land, and everywhere we look are signs of God's handiwork. Wildflowers bloomining in abundance all around showing hardy blossoms. They are visible emblems of the Lord's continued concern for us...bits of beauty to make us more aware of His guardianship.
July is the month of patriotism and fireworks and parades. All across the land, people celebrate Independence Day with gusto and enthusiasm. When fireworks explode on the forth of July, their beauty in the sky is dazzling. It looks as though God is tracing colorful patterns across the sky with His fingers. Red, white and blue bunting, flags flying and speeches, give us a feeling of pride in our country, and hope for its future. We must pray that God will protect our land, give our leaders wisdom to lead us safely through the turmoil and confusion of world affairs.
Independence Day is a time to be thankful for the freedoms we enjoy in America.
In 1776, men and women fought a bitter revolution to preserve their independence and to proclaim to the world that democracy had triumphed over oppression in the thirteen original British Colonies which became the United States of America!
Stars are bright in the summer sky and the constellation of Hercules is overhead. Look for shooting stars on these warm evenings. If you look steadily overhead for several minutes you are almost sure to see one. Children like to make wishes on them.
July is firefly time also. If you turn out all the lights and look into the dark, you will usually see them winking on and off like little flashlights. This is the month to look around you and observe the beauty that the Lord has filled the world with. It is a time to forget disappointments of the past, and look ahead to new pleasures.
The Lord gave us eyes to see with, and lovliness to look at. he gave us ears to listen with, and the joy of laughter and music to hear. He gave us hearts to appreciate His goodness, and tongues to say "Thank You!"
Remember to look around you at the beauty of God's world.
