Sunday Sunset
Canon 5D Mark ll, 24-70 L, 2.8 aperture, 1/50 shutter, 800 ISO
The intensity of the orange sky took me by surprise as I walked out my front porch to give water to the horses tonight. It was a gift from my Father God to me. I had not gotten an image for the day, and being Sunday, made a decision that I was not going to stress over it. Chris and I enjoyed a leisurely lunch and afternoon together, just resting. I was grateful not to be striving over finding a perfect image, but wondered in the back of my mind if I would find one.
To be honest, this project has been tough. Although it is something I am doing to challenge myself, I feel an inner pressure to please others. I realize this is self-inflicted and counterintuitive to the premise of the project. I want the images to come from inside, something God is showing me, or from a place of personal challenge.
So, today, on our day of rest, I decided to do just that. It has been good. And, as if God were blowing me a kiss, I found this scene right outside my door. Almost like He rang the doorbell and left me a surprise.
I realize the image is not earth shattering, and not unlike several I have taken before. But, I know there are many days to come where I can find new challenges and this one showed off God’s glory. Day 23 done. Happy Sunday.
Get some rest.
Psalm 19:1 ~ “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.”
3 Comments
I want to tell you how much your postings mean to me. They have opened my heart and inspired me to see things in my own life in new & glorious ways, your joy is unmistakeable. I had lost, or was losing the joy of living in the moment & being present. You’ve made me laugh and cry and I’ve never even met you in person. I hope that saying this doesn’t add to the pressure you are feeling right now, I know that feeling well and it has held me back in ways that break my heart. Your pictures are breathtaking, your words are like God speaking to me, even if it becomes to much to bear you have already given a gift. Thank you.
Sara,
Thank you for taking the time to write this comment. It means so much to me. I am humbled by your sweet words. Thank you.
This is a beautiful image.
I love it when you find gold in the midst of rest.