The God Who Speaks: Seeing God Everywhere
Psalm 19 reminds us that God reveals Himself in two powerful ways: through the world around us and through His Word. Nature is the universal book that shows off God’s existence—His creativity, power, and presence. But it's the Bible that makes God personal—it gives Him a name, shows us His character, and reveals how we’re meant to live. From the skies that shout His glory to the scriptures that guide our hearts, this Psalm invites us to stop, look up, and lean in. God is speaking—are we listening?
KEY VERSES:
- Psalm 19:1–14
- 1 Samuel 16:7
- Romans 1
- John 1
- John 8
- John 14
- John 15
- Joshua 1
- Ecclesiastes 3:11
- Galatians 3:23
- Leviticus 19
- Deuteronomy 6
- Mark 12
- 1 Corinthians
- 1 John 1:9
- Revelation 4–5
HIGHLIGHTS:
- God speaks through nature (Psalm 19:1–6):
- The skies shout His glory—God’s greatness is all around us, visible 24/7.
- Nature doesn’t use words, but its message is universal and constant.
- Even science backs this up—there had to be a beginning, and that means a Creator.
- God speaks through His Word (Psalm 19:7–12):
- The Bible makes God personal—His name, His love, His ways.
- It acts like guardrails—meant not to limit but to guide and protect us.
- God’s Word is clear, trustworthy, restorative, joyful, and enlightening.
- God calls us to respond (Psalm 19:13–14):
- We all mess up—sometimes by accident, sometimes on purpose.
- God offers grace, cleansing, and strength to live a better way.
- The right response is humility, trust, and a willingness to share what we’ve received.
TALK ABOUT IT:
- What’s something in nature that makes you feel close to God?
- How does knowing God speaks through both creation and Scripture shape your view of Him?
- Which “guardrails” from God’s Word have protected you in life?
- What does it mean to have a healthy fear of God? How is it different from being afraid of Him?
- Have you ever felt like you committed a sin unintentionally? How does God’s grace apply?
- What’s one step you can take to make God’s Word a more regular part of your week?
- How can you help someone else hear or see God this week?
APPLY IT:
- Take time each day to notice God in nature—pause and let creation point you to the Creator.
- Make reading Scripture a habit—not out of obligation, but to connect with God personally.
- Ask God to show you if you’re drifting outside His guardrails—and invite Him to guide you back.
- Let your words and thoughts be shaped by God’s truth—start your day with Psalm 19:14 as a prayer.
- Share what you know—if God’s revealed Himself to you, be bold in helping others see Him too.
Don served in the United States Navy, and received a Bachelor of Arts in History from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. He went on to obtain a Master of Divinity from Trinity International University. He has served as a Senior Pastor in Evangelical free churches in Minnesota, Maine, New York, and Pennsylvania.