Created, Valued, Known

On August 9, 2020; in Medora, North Dakota; the Badlands were accented by the setting sun. In this image, the sun was not fully set; so the beauty of the Badlands was clearly evident. Creation is so magnificent. The way God intricately designed nature, including some hills in the middle of nowhere in North Dakota, gives us insight into how intricately designed humans are. They are made in the image of God and given a purpose directly from Him. Even in moments where you may feel insignificant, you are still valuable. God created everything so wonderfully and then knew that the world needed one of you too. Being reminded of your value is vital to recognizing your purpose in life. Sometimes all it takes is slowing down. Taking a moment to simply be and take in the glory of what God spoke into existence is an incredible way to remind yourself of the One who knows and loves you more than anyone else is capable.
 

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