At first a small line of inconceivable splendour emerged on the
horizon, which, quickly expanding, the sun appeared in all of his
glory, unveiling the whole face of nature, vivifying every colour
of the landscape, and sprinkling the dewy earth with glittering light.
~Ann Radcliffe
I took this photo late in the day and yet it is obvious the sunflower is still holding the light. And whether it’s in the soft radiance of this flower, or in the dawn’s “unveiling the whole face of nature,” or in the blazing streaks of sunset closing down the day, or in the white glow of the moon illuminating the night there is a “line of inconceivable splendour” in all light. And it is this “splendour” that yields insight in the mystery and nature of the Lord. We emerge from the darkness of a mother’s womb, but from our inception we too hold light within ourselves for we are of the light’s Maker. Notice that Radcliffe said the light vivified (enlivened) color. She recognized that light gives of itself and in so doing gives life. With a smile we are capable of lighting up our whole countenance, and it has been said that “if one life shines, the life next to it will catch the light.” James M. Barrie, author of PETER PAN, added to that by saying that “those who bring sunshine to the lives of others cannot keep it from themselves.”
For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made his light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Christ. But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. ~2 Corinthians 4:6-7 ✝
Thank you, Lord Jesus, that you save, you heal, you restore, and you reveal Your Father’s heart to us! You have captured me with grace and I’m caught in Your infinite embrace! Like Saint Hildegard Lord, may I too be a feather on your holy breath and spread, like seeds, the gospel abroad.
truly splendid!!!
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Thank you, Cookie. I’m so glad you think so. That is always quite a compliment coming from you. Hugs, N 🙂
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Beautiful Natalie …
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Thank you, Liana. I’m so glad you enjoyed it. I pray all is well with you! Hugs, Natalie 🙂
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The photograph is beautiful! The message you shared was so profound. I wish I could say more. What wonderful insight!
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You are so sweet to say such lovely things, Theresa. I love hearing from you and hearing what you have to say. Love, N 🙂
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a lovely thought to share. thanks Natalie !
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Why, thank you, John. I’m glad you enjoyed the post. Blessings, Natalie 🙂
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Stunning photo and I love the message. 😀
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Thanks, Raewyn. It was one of those that the minute I downloaded it onto the computer, I fell in love with it. I’m so glad you enjoyed my message as well. Hugs, Natalie 🙂
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Beautiful ….. ❤️ makes me feel peaceful inside.
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Thanks, Susan, I’m glad you enjoyed the post and that it brought peace into your world. I just ordered that book you wrote about on your blog today and can’t wait to get it. Hugs, Natalie 🙂
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Good morning, Natalie. You do write and photograph beautifully. I’m glad you ordered the poetry book I reviewed. Please share your thoughts on it; I hope you enjoy it. 😀
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Thank you, Susan. I will definitely share my thoughts on the book when I get it and have had time to read it, but I’m sure I will love it. Hugs, Natalie 🙂
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