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Wednesday, March 5, 2025
There are several things I love, and two of them are pictured in this image. Any guesses? (I’ll pretend I heard someone speak up) Correct! One is my fur buddy – Taima, and the second is – nature. Nature is referred to as God’s second book. Dogs are referred to as people’s best friends. Put them together and you’ve got a perfect pair.
Dogs are incredibly loyal to their human caretakers. This loyalty might come from the protection and food we provide, but companionship plays a big role too. In the wild, canines live in packs, much like humans have families. This pack mentality offers the protection and companionship they need. Domesticated dogs are no different; they enjoy the company of other dogs and their human families as well.
Just as our furry friends long to be with their masters, we humans long to be with our Creator. Like the dogs in our lives, we share traits of loyalty, love, and faithfulness toward our one true Savior. As God’s creations, we have a way to fulfill that longing through our daily walk with Him. If Taima had his way, we’d go on daily walks (if not more). By applying that same desire and gratitude, my daily walk with God becomes much more precious.
Wherever you live, try to find time for those special moments to walk with God in His second book. If you have a dog to join you, even better.