The natural world is characterised by a remarkable sense of order. In Psalm 104 the psalmist expresses his wonder at the clockwork functioning of nature. We should not read this, as sceptics do, as a primitive person ascribing processes that they did not understand to God’s agency. No, the more we understand about nature, the more cause we have for just this kind of wonder. The wonder of the psalmist here is not the result of ignorance but a disposition of humble awe. In fact, the more we learn about the universe and the natural world the more staggeringly remarkable it appears. From the infinitesimally complex coordinates of the cosmological constants in our universe to the bafflingly complex operating systems within our own cells, God’s creation declares his wisdom and power. The psalmist allows the natural world to inspire his awe. Let’s not get so used to the complex beauty and order of creation that we lose our wonder. Let’s not approach our world only with the analytical mindset that dissects and comprehends for the sake of intellectual mastery. Learn to relate to the world as a worshipper and let the glory of creation inspire you. Let the natural world speak to you of God’s praise. He is the God who gives order to the world and makes it fruitful and he is also your God who wants to order your steps and make you fruitful for his glory.
Ask God to order your steps and make you fruitful.
Read Psalm 104.
