Nature Unveiled:40 Reflections on Experiencing God's Creation

Nature Unveiled:40 Reflections on Experiencing God's Creationicon

by Jill Smith

Publisher
Dexterity Books
Publication
Oct 10, 2023
Format
Paperback/Softback
Illustrated
Yes
Price
$19.95
Dimensions
5.38 x 7.82 x 0.48 in
ISBN
978-1947297807
ASIN
1947297805
Pages
224
Age
Adult 18+
Category
Christian LivingScience & Technology

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Description

Rediscover the wonder and tranquility of God's Creation in Nature Unveiled, a 40-day devotional from author and former forester Jill Smith that explores the beauty and mystery of the natural world and how it points us to the Creator.

Nature Unveiled: 40 Reflections on Experiencing God's Creation is a thought-provoking and spiritually enriching 40-day devotional that seamlessly blends nature with scripture. Through insightful reflections and captivating illustrations, readers will gain a deeper understanding of God's creation and their place within it. Each day's writing reminds us that the beauty of the natural world is a reflection of God's love and how we are called to be stewards of the Earth.

Designed to be inspirational and spiritual, devotions are divided into three categories—plants, animals, and land—with each day offering a short reading, reflection, and questions. From families to church groups, homebodies to avid outdoorsmen, Nature Unveiled is a knowledgeable and contemplative guide for anyone seeking a deeper connection with the environment.

In Nature Unveiled, Smith uses nature to teach readers how to:

  • Build and maintain strong relationships
  • Turn to God during life's battles
  • Surrender to God's plans for your life
  • Remain faithful in times of uncertainty and change
  • Extend forgiveness to ourselves and others
  • Reconnect with God in moments of rest

Nature Unveiled invites us to connect with the natural world in a profound and meaningful way. Whether hiking in a national park, working in a community garden, or visiting a local park, we can all gain a new appreciation for the intricacies and wonders of the world He made.

Awards & Endorsements

Gold Winner of the 2024 IBPA Ben Franklin award for publishing in religion.

Informative and Inspirational

“Jill Smith combines her knowledge of nature as a professional forester with her love for God and His creation to produce a book that is both informative and inspirational. She invites us to see through her eyes and open our hearts to the spiritual truth God reveals through plants, animals, and land. These forty devotions will forever change the way you see the world.”

—Lori Hatcher, author Refresh Your Hope, 60 Devotions for Trusting God with All Your Heart


Refreshing Gift of Awe and Wonder
“Jill has the refreshing gift of awe and wonder! In Nature Unveiled she continually invites us to be curious about all that is right in front of us and to let it open our hearts to God and His personal love for us. Her questions help us to wonder about our world, our own hearts, and the heart of God.”
—Kathy Koellein, Spiritual Director of Dovehouse Ministries

Author(s)

Jill Smith

Jill Smith

JILL SMITH is a writer and speaker with a deep love for nature. She earned her B.S. in Environmental Biology from Taylor University and her M.S. in Natural Resources from Ball State University. She moved to Nashville, TN, with her husband where she worked as a forester at Warner Parks, one of the country's largest city parks. While there she managed fields and forests, wrote articles for Wildland Weeds and the Tennessee Conservationist.

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