Light gives of itself freely,
filling all available space.
It does not seek anything in return;
it asks not whether you are friend or foe.
It gives of itself and is not thereby diminished.
~Michael Strassfeld
All things in the natural world drink in sunlight, and they are affected by it a number of ways. When the sun’s warmth touches the skin on coolish days like today, it creates a pleasant sensation, and that pleasurable feeling seems to me to sink down into the depths of my being. Flesh and spirit drink in other light too, for they take in “the light of God and energy itself.” That’s why in an often cold, lonely, and dark world the inner flame of humanity’s sacred origin warms us and keeps the glow of the eternal alive.
In the temple of my inner being,
in the temple of my body,
in the temple of earth, sea, and sky,
in the great temple of the universe
I look for the light that was in the beginning,
the mighty fire that blazes still from the heart of life,
glowing in the whiteness of the moon,
glistening in night stars,
hidden in the black earth,
concealed in unknown depths of my soul.
In the darkness of the night,
in the shadow of my being, O God,
let me glimpse the eternal.
In both the light and the shadows of my being
let me glimpse the glow of the eternal.
~From SOUNDS OF THE ETERNAL
by J. Philip Newell
For God who said, “ Let light shine out of the darkness,” made His light shine in our hearts to give us the light of knowledge of God’s glory displayed in the face of Christ. ~2 Corinthians 4:6 ✝
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Beautiful Natalie! 😄
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Thank you, Michelle Marie. I’ve been enjoying you sunset pics tonight. You do get some spectacular ones where you are. I pray you have a blessed Sabbath! Love and hugs, N 🙂 ❤
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I’m in Oklahoma! I love in the country with clear views of the horizon! I love close to the Kansas border so I watch the storms roll in and out as well as the sun rise and set! My home faces West and out back is the sunrise! Thank you sweet Natalie!😄
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I knew you were in Oklahoma but I didn’t know where. Wow, you have the best of several kinds of worlds!!! No wonder you take so many gorgeous photos! Thanks for sharing the beauty with your readers. ❤
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Thank you Natalie for the kind words! You are a dear sweet friend! ❤ hugs and love to you!
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wow—deeply lovely 🙂 Great imagery ( I love that picture) with words which mirror the Sacred— soulful as always—hugs my little Texan—cookie
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Why thank you so much, my little Georgia Peach! I’m glad you enjoyed the post and image. I pray you have a very blessed Sabbath! Hugs, hugs, and more hugs, N 🙂 ❤
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if you haven’t guessed–we escaped for a long weekend to the beach—late anniversary adventure–hot, and lots of rain thus far—but still good—I go out to the beach, he stays in the AC watching football–but good food and a change of scenery —a win win 🙂
love to you Natalie–Julie
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Oh man, you’ve gone without me again! I’m so ready for a trip to the beach, but this dadgum knee is still and issue! I’ve finally decided to get a second opinion but couldn’t get in until Nov 5 so more waiting. Enjoy it enough for both of us, okay?! Love, N 🙂
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plus, I’m now on your time zone 🙂
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I love this Light-filled post!!! 🙂 ❤ ❤ ❤
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Thank you, Trini. Like the moth you spoke of, I’m drawn to the light and the mystery within it. Hugs and love, N 🙂 ❤
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Wonderful picture, beautiful post “soulful as always” as Julie said… I love this adjective, “soulful”, it suits you very well 🙂 Have a nice Sunday dear Natalie, and much love to you… ♥♥
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I’m so glad you enjoyed the photo and post. I pray you had a wonderful Sunday too! It seems to me that we are both soulful in our writings, mon ami. Love and hugs to you, cher Frédéric! N 🙂 ❤
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Natalie, you find such beautiful poems, quotes and pictures for each post. It feels like each one is put together with loving care, and a sacred thankfulness to God. Thank you.
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That’s exactly how and why they are put together! Thank you for your insight. I pray you have a great week, Cynthia.
Hugs, N 🙂 ❤
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What a beautiful post for a Sunday. Thank you Natalie.
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Thank you, Patricia. You are very welcome. I’m so glad you enjoyed my post. Hugs, N 🙂 ❤
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We need to show more of our inner sunshine. Great post. 😀
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You are so right! This little light of mine, I’m gonna let it shine!!! Remember that song? I’m so glad you enjoyed my post. Thank you for your kind words about it. Hugs, N 🙂 ❤
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Natalie, this is a lovely read for me as I’m about to pop outside to read a book in the sun. I love the gentleness of autumn sunshine.
Blessings ~ Wendy ❀
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I’m so glad you enjoyed the post, Wendy. I love the gentleness of autumn sunshine too. It’s such a blessing after the scorching heat of summer. Hugs and love, N 🙂 ❤
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