God's Private Collection
For everything was created by him, in heaven and on earth, the visible and the invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities — all things have been created through him and for him. Colossians 1:16 CSB
On a recent trip, my wife and I went to Luray Caverns in Virginia. I hadn't been there since I was a boy, and I had forgotten just how magnificent the caverns were! Inside a mountain, you experience cathedral-sized rooms with ceilings ten stories high! The picture above is one that I took of water reflecting the ceiling above it. The caverns are truly breathtaking.
As we wandered through the underground glory I couldn't help but to think of our great God! He created all of this inside mountains where no one saw for how long we're not sure (it was discovered in 1878). According to Colossians 1:16, He created them for Himself. As the greatest artist, God kept these caverns as part of his private collection for quite some time.
This makes me wonder what else is in our world that we know nothing about—hidden away for the Creator's pleasure. If God created such beauty here, imagine what heaven will be like!
Dear Father in heaven, Thank You for allowing us to glimpse part of Your creation glory. Your skill, creativity, and power are awe-inspiring. We worship You today and look forward to being with You for eternity. In our Savior's Name we pray, Amen.