THE HEAVENS DECLARE - The orderly progression of day and night reminds us of God’s purpose in creating the heavenly bodies, that they should be “signs” for us to aid in telling time and the passage of time. The sun’s light energizes Earth’s processes. From photosynthesis to tidal and atmospheric movements, the Creator can be recognized as the great Provider. The sun’s light extends outward in all directions, not just toward Earth. In a similar manner, God delights in supplying every need of His children. He is near and ever-powerful. We can ask Him for anything at any time, He loves us that much.

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The Heavens Declare

BY JOHN D. MORRIS, PH.D.   

“The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork.” (Psalm 19:1)

This verse has been a favorite of many who recognize God’s creatorship.

The vastness of space “declares” His power and sovereign control over all and calls us to worship Him as not only Creator but Savior as well.

In what ways do the heavens speak?

The orderly progression of day and night reminds us of God’s purpose in creating the heavenly bodies, that they should be “signs” for us to aid in telling time and the passage of time (Genesis 1:14).

The sun’s light energizes Earth’s processes. From photosynthesis to tidal and atmospheric movements, the Creator can be recognized as the great Provider.

The “line” mentioned in Psalm 19:4 is that of a surveyor’s line, true and accurate.

It represents the absolute standard by which our conduct is measured.

Just as surely as an Earth-encircling line demarcates light and darkness, so God’s holy nature measures and evaluates our behavior.

The sun’s light extends outward in all directions, not just toward Earth.

Light generates heat, thus “there is nothing hid from the heat thereof” (verse 6).

This life-sustaining light can be compared to a bridegroom coming out of his chamber, anxious to receive his bride, and a strong man, an athlete ready to claim the championship (verse 5).

In a similar manner, God delights in supplying every need of His children. He is near and ever-powerful.

We can ask Him for anything at any time, He loves us that much.

From this poetic rehearsal of some of God’s immutable attributes, we can learn much of both His nature and our relationship to Him. While Psalm 19 does not teach in a didactic fashion, it can thrill our spirits and motivate us to draw nearer to Him.

The Institute for Creation Research (ICR) wants people to know that God’s Word can be trusted in everything it speaks about—from how and why we were made, to how the universe was formed, to how we can know God and receive all He has planned for us.

After almost 50 years of ministry, ICR remains a leader in scientific research within the context of biblical creation. Founded by Dr. Henry Morris in 1970, the institute exists to conduct scientific research within the realms of origins and Earth history, and then to educate the public both formally and informally through graduate and professional training programs, through conferences and seminars around the country, and through books, magazines, and media presentations.

https://www.icr.org/article/11524/