Yesterday, as I was digging through some flower beds, I interrupted two of these beautiful creatures. By the time I got my camera out, one had escaped into the air. A Polyphemus moth with the most beautiful colored patterns was staring at me with all four eyes – not including the ones in its head. She was barely moving. As I said, I had interrupted a natural rendezvous for this time of the year. It continually amazes me how all of God’s creatures are naturally endowed with means to hide with their camouflaged appearance. The eye shapes are most likely intended to scare off those who might devour them. Though their colors manage to blend neatly into the environment, they have such beauty. God sure does a splendid job.

When I think of these delicate and smallest of His masterpieces, I can see that He doesn’t waste anything. He gives mankind the treat of viewing His work in so many different ways. Even the carpenter ants, which were out in abundance, serve a purpose in the world. Every time I see them, I imagine them wearing little tool belts. If you ever take the time to observe them, they’re busy for a reason. Constantly building, protecting, reinventing their space. Each one of God’s critters is a complex individual that works with others to create something wonderful.

If only mankind could follow their lead. Imagine what it would be like if everyone worked together to make our world a better place. In the beginning it was perfect. God was pleased with His creation and even said it was “very good.” Then sin entered the world and took that “very good” finished product and caused it to be flawed. We can still see the glory of God’s creation throughout our own environment. We will have to wait to see the original design. When we leave this world, we will see what paradise is. The gates of heaven will open and God will greet us with open arms. That is a guarantee for those who believe in His divine plan of salvation.