Scripture

There are three things which are too wonderful for me, Yes, four which I do not understand: The way of an eagle in the air, the way of a serpent on a rock, the way of a ship in the midst of the sea, and the way of a man with a virgin.
(Proverbs 30:18-19)

Devotional

The writer of this Proverb appears to be more than blessed by observing the simplicity of God’s creation. Though he may not understand the “how” of it, he is more than enthralled with its beauty and majesty. It is not so much that these four things are so exceptional compared to other events in creation, but that in their commonality they are wonderful. From the mechanics of a sailing vessel flying through the sea to the romance of a man and a woman, each observed is a marvelous thing and shows the wonder of God’s creation. Psalm 19:1 says it this way, “The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament shows His handiwork.” Have you observed it lately? Take a look and you will likewise say, “It is too wonderful for me.”

Text For The Day

Proverbs 30:18, 19: There are three things which are too wonderful for me, yes, four which I do not understand: the way of an eagle in the air, the way of a serpent on a rock, the way of a ship in the midst of the sea, and the way of a man with a virgin.

Thought For The Day

“Faith is the inborn capacity to see God behind everything, the wonder that keeps you an eternal child. Wonder is the very essence of life.” Oswald Chambers, (1874-1917), Author of My Utmost For His Highest.

Questions To Ponder

Is God an artist?
Do you regularly notice the Work of His hands?
Which are your favorites?

Morning Study Guide

Defining: “Wonderful”: That which excites wonder, awe, amazement and the like—overused for the mundane and not used enough for the sublime.

Referencing: “I have uttered what I did not understand, Things too wonderful for me, which I did not know,” Job 42:3.

Applying: Make sure that you look around at God’s creation: look at the night sky, the sun rising, children playing and know that heaven will be far more wonderful than anything you have ever seen.