Nature has a unique way of awakening something within us. It can bring peace to the heart and quiet the mind. Often, when we feel tired or worn out, we long to be in a place where the richness of nature world surrounds us. 

But more than just scenery, nature reveals something greater—the beauty of God. Through creation, we see His glory, power, majesty, and most of all, His love. 

As we recently celebrated Earth Day, now is a good time to reflect on how God uses creation to reveal who He is.

1. God as the Gardener of Our Lives

“I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful… Remain in me, as I also remain in you… If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” (John 15:1–5, NIV) 

To those who love plants, this illustration may resonate deeply. In this passage, Jesus refers to Himself as the vine and God the Father as the gardener. He explains that unfruitful branches are cut off, while fruitful ones are pruned to become even more productive. 

This image applies to our lives as well. Christ is the vine, and we are the branches. Not everything in life is meant to stay—some things may bring more harm than good. God sometimes removes what hinders our growth so that we can become more fruitful. This process may be painful, but it’s ultimately for our benefit. 

Are there areas in your life that need to be pruned? Habits or attitudes like gossip, addiction, or dishonesty? Let God take those away, so the other parts of your life can thrive. Left unaddressed, these things can quietly harm what’s healthy and good. 

At the same time, God nourishes the parts of your life that are meant to flourish. This passage also reminds us to remain in Him. As it says, “No branch can bear fruit by itself.” We were made to be connected to God.

2. God as the Keeper of His Promises

“The rainbow that I have put in the sky will be my sign to you and to every living creature on earth. It will remind you that I will keep this promise forever… Never again will I let floodwaters destroy all life.” (Genesis 9:12–17, CEV) 

Long before rings symbolized love and commitment, God gave humanity the rainbow as a sign of His promise. It served as a lasting reminder of His covenant. 

God made this promise after the great flood. When Noah and his family left the ark, he built an altar, and it pleased the Lord. In response, God made a covenant never to destroy all life with a flood again. 

There’s something beautiful about how God chose a visible sign to help us remember. It’s where the saying comes from—there’s always a rainbow after the rain. This is God’s way of reassuring us that His promises endure. 

In moments of discouragement, that rainbow can serve as a reminder of hope. Just as it appears after a storm, God’s promises remain constant through life’s highs and lows. 

As Scripture reminds us, “God is always at work for the good of everyone who loves Him” (Romans 8:28, CEV).  

His faithfulness is a strong foundation we can depend on.

3. God as the One Who Makes a Way

“Then Moses put out his hand over the sea. And the Lord moved the sea all night by a strong east wind. So the waters were divided. And the people of Israel went through the sea on dry land.” (Exodus 14:21–22, NLV) 

You might know the story of how God parted the sea so His people could escape from danger. It was a powerful moment, one where even the sea obeyed His voice. 

But what’s even more incredible is this: the same God who parted the sea is the one who wants you to know today that He loves you. 

This is the God who makes a way when there seems to be no way. The God you follow hasn’t changed. He can still part the sea of obstacles in your life, calm the storm of your raging emotions, and dry the tears you’ve cried in silence. 

Let Him be the Lord in your life. 

Creation constantly points back to Him. He used the vine to teach us about His care, the rainbow to display His faithfulness, and the parted sea to show us His power and provision. But He didn’t stop there. 

• Formed the world in six days (Genesis 2:1, NIV) 

• Appeared through fire in a bush (Exodus 3:2, NIV) 

• Spoke through a donkey (Numbers 22:28, NIV) 

• Sent a great fish to remind a man of his calling (Jonah 1:17) 

• He calmed the storm (Mark 4:39, NIV) 

• Walked on water (Matthew 14:25, NIV) 

• Provided for the sparrow (Matthew 6:26, NIV) 

• Cursed a barren fig tree (Mark 11:14, NIV) 

All of these moments reveal who He is—and they invite us to turn back to Him. 

And the greatest display of His love? When His only Son took the place of sinners. Though innocent, He was treated as guilty. Though King of all, He wore a crown of thorns. 

All of creation leads to one truth: Jesus is the Lord and Savior of the world.