Finding God in the Caribbean Sea

“How many are your works, Lord! In wisdom you made them all; the earth is full of your creatures.  There is the sea, vast and spacious, teeming with creatures beyond number- living things both large and small.”- Psalm 104:24-25

Finding God in the Caribbean Sea

As I was snorkeling in the Caribbean Sea the other day, I couldn’t stop thinking about God and his power.  I mean, how could you not think about the creator of the universe when you are under water, seeing hundreds of fish, rocks, and plants with the many vibrant colors throughout?  I just kept thinking about how creative and imaginative God is.  He pays attention to the details.  Not only did he think to create all the fish that can sustain us if we eat them, but he thought of all the fish and creatures that are just simply so beautiful and colorful.  Each fish is different from the rest.  The coral reef we swam over was covered in bright purple and green algae and seagrasses, as well as many other types of plants making up the ecosystem.   We always talk about God’s eye being on the sparrow, but his eyes are on the fish and sea creatures, too!  The smallest, most minuscule creatures of the sea were carefully designed with a purpose in mind.  If he thought of each of these, how much do you think he thinks of you?

The ocean is vast, immense, covering most of the earth.  We are beyond minute in comparison.  If the Lord cares to design creatures for the oceans of the world, how much do you think he cared about designing you?  The word says he designed you to have dominion over the creatures of the world, which includes those in the sea.  He carefully constructed it all and it all has a purpose.  Anytime you start to feel worthless, hopeless, like you don’t matter in this world, try to think about this fact.  Think about how God designed you to be a ruler over his vast creation.  Your importance should not be taken for granted.  However, in thinking of your importance, do not underestimate his importance in your life.  The creator loves you immensely and took the time to design you to be the unique individual that you are.  When you understand his importance, you will understand your own. You will then be able to share with others the hope that comes from believing in and trusting the creator of the land and sea and all the creatures that inhabit them.