Faith

This hold a lot of meaning for me...

Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. -- Hebrews 11:1

While the road ahead of us may be clouded with questions and concerns, we can look back and see the many ways God has acted in our behalf to get us to the places we need to be. But more than just us, we see his work through history and we can take assurance that his promises are true and his victory in us is assured.
Almighty God, I believe that before there was a world, you existed. I trust that even now you sustain our world with your word of grace. I am confident that before the future arrives you are already there preparing it for us. Help me in those moments when I am not so confident to remember my faith today and to press on trusting that you are there waiting with your grace. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.

Maranatha

God Bless

dns

Tropical weather

In the Gulf 7-24-06 the 1st storm this year.

In the middle left side of this picture (click to enlarge) is a first for me with a bunch of years shooting skies. The clouds behind the dark clouds are rainbow colored. It was an awesome sight that God sent me out to see. I almost stayed home because of the storm.

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Cowbird

Cow - bird..

Bring home the...

... in this case it's not bacon.. :) dns

The way

I have chosen the way of truth; I have set my heart on your laws. -- Psalm 119:30

Jesus reminded us to "pick up your cross daily and follow" him. The way of truth is a daily choice. To not seek to intentionally put him at the center of our life, the top priority in all of our decisions, is to slip a little bit further away from the life he calls us to lead. Any decision made without consciously seeking to please him is a decision to place him at the periphery of our lives. So let's set our heart on him. Let's choose his way, the way of truth, the way of life, and set our hearts on doing his will.
Heavenly Father, I choose to follow you and your truth today.Open my eyes that I may see your truth and open my heart that I may live it with consistency and passion. I decide today, again, to follow you with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.

Maranatha

God bless

dns

Backroads II

This whirlwind in the canyon is on a lonesome road just outside of Big Bend.

Rust never sleeps

When I was a kid there was a weather man who would always tell us here the temperature in Presidio, which is usually the hottest spot in Texas. And it is almost the other side of the state. So I went looking around there once and found this old truck sitting on a hilltop. Just sitting there in the middle of nowhere slowly rusting in the desert. Will post it someday in color. I can't decide which looks better.

Boat on a lake

This rugged looking boat was on a lake somewhere in Honduras.

I went there on a little vacation in 1990 or '91. Can't remember the date. Can't even remember taking the picture, but it was in with my Honduras negatives. :) But I do remember going?!

Salvation for ALL

I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes. -- Romans 1:16

For the rich and poor, young and old, weak and strong, thin and heavy, there is still just one message and one name and one story that makes the eternal difference. That one message, story, and name are announced in the gospel -- God's good news to the world in Jesus Christ. God's good news of life in the story of Jesus Christ is The Story and The Message and The Hope for all.
Great Redeemer, make me more bold to proclaim the Gospel today. Give me eyes to see those who are waiting to be told. Fill me up with your Spirit so that I will not be ashamed but will gladly proclaim the story of Jesus. Fill my life with the optimistic hope of Jesus' glorious and victorious return so that I might share it with passion and others will know of your grace. In the name of Jesus I pray. Amen.

Maranatha - O come LORD!

God Bless,

dns

Salt Lake

Changed locals for the evening shoot.

Skimmer fly-by

Caught this one flying by.

Snowy Egret

Just got a few quick shots before it took off.

A Measure of Faith

By the grace given me I say to everyone of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober judgment, in accordance with the measure of faith God has given you. -- Romans 12:3

Pride does go before a fall! Try balancing these two truths: "I must not be prideful, but I must understand just how much God values me." It's not easy. Satan can use our self denigration, whatI call the worthless worm syndrome, to discourage us and keep us from using our gifts and knowing our value to God for Kingdom work. On the other hand, pride takes God out of the picture and attributes any contribution to God's Kingdom to us and not to God.To be both bearer of the image of God and part of fallen humanity is more than a theological issue; it is the daily struggle of being a disciple. But we maintain the proper balance by praising the One who made us his child and adopted us into his family.
Holy Father, as your child, redeemed at the cost of Jesus' life, I know I am loved and valuable to you. I know you have given me abilities and gifts to use for your glory and to bless your church. I know you have given methe gifts, abilities, and experiences that have shaped me, soplease empower me to your glory. But Father, I never want the glory that is achieved from your gifts to puff me up or rob from me the realization that I am what I am, I have what I have, and I do whatI do, because of your grace and your generous gifts. May I ever be your humble but valuable child at work in your Kingdom. I pray in the name of Jesus, my older brother and your Son. Amen.

Maranatha (Christ is coming.)

God bless.

dns

Barn Swallow

Bringing home dinner..

Days end

On the marsh..

The Gator

Nice for a pet, but the feed bill might be harder to take care of. :)

The Lord is Flawless

As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the Lord is flawless. He is a shield for all who take refuge in him. -- Psalm 18:30

God is a shield whose Word can be trusted. His way is not only true, but it is also life-giving. But, we must take refuge in himif his flawless word and his perfect way are going to be blessings and his presence is going to bless us as our shield. Our allegiance, reliance, and dependence must be voluntarily placed in him and lives must be committed to living by flawless word.
God of our Fathers, Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, I trust my soul and future to you. You are my strength and shield. Please protect and guard me, my family, and your church from the Evil One. Please keep us physically safe, spiritually vibrant, and morally upright as we serve you this summer and seek to honor your will by obeying your Word. In Jesus' name. Amen.

Amen...

God Bless,

Maranatha,

dns

Home away..

... from home. One of my walking places over the past 2 years.

Part of my Father's world.

dns

Evening on the beach

Looking East looking for the moon. :)