Saturday, July 29, 2006

What is man?

Today I was able to spend some time with friends at Vasquez Rocks. As we climbed around on huge pieces of rock jutting out at odd angles from the ground, we considered the nature of how these rocks came to be the way they were as well as why the different crevices and holes that characterized the rocks came to be. As a Christian, I believe the flood is the most likely cause for the beautiful landscape. I was reminded of God's judgment on sin, but also His great mercy. This beautiful park was created in the process of the greatest disaster this world has scene, and as a result of God's judgment on sin. However, we were able to enjoy a day relaxing on the consequences of this great disaster and be reminded of the greatness and grace of our God.

Psalm 8 reminds us of this very thing...

When I consider Your heavens, the work of Your fingers, the moon and the stars, which you have ordained; what is man that you are mindful of him, and the son of man that you care for him?...O LORD, our Lord, how majestic is Your name in all the earth!

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