In my weekly Works & Wonders column, I combine a brief devotional with other interesting, uplifting, and enjoyable bits and pieces I gleaned throughout the week. I hope you enjoy this week’s collection! It includes:
- The Truly Wise Man (A Devotional)
- Blue Planet III
- Radio Garden
- Lobster Is Lobster
- Past the Gates 🎵
- Comedy Wildlife Awards
1.
The Truly Wise Man
The all-wise God is the origin of all that counts as true wisdom. And this God has chosen to offer to each of us the fountain of wisdom by giving us his Word. If we wish to be wise as God is wise, if we wish to display his wisdom, we must look to his Word. We must read it, meditate upon it, understand it, obey it, and rightly apply it to the circumstances of our lives. We must choose to believe that in its pages we will learn who God is, we will learn who we most truly are, and we will learn what God requires of us. We must choose to believe that its wisdom is superior to any other source of wisdom and must allow it to reign supreme over the opinions and proclamations of any mere human being. As the Catechism says, “The word of God, which is contained in the scriptures of the Old and New Testaments, is the only rule to direct us how we may glorify and enjoy him.” And because God has given us his Word, we have the great joy of honoring him by honoring it.
2.
Blue Planet
BBC has just announced that Blue Planet III is coming. With the continued development of video technology, both in terms of recording and displaying footage, I expect it’s going to be even more stunning than its predecessors. Based on this first look, that’s exactly the case. I’m already looking forward to it!
3.
Radio Garden
Radio Garden is a fascinating project. You’re presented with a globe and as you rotate it, you can see radio stations in different locations. Simply tap a station to immediately tune in to it. Enjoy listening to the radio all around the world.
4.
Lobster Is Lobster
Okay, so this is actually quite a fun game. Lobster Is Lobster presents you with a word and asks you to identify the language. If you’ve got any interest in words, languages, or travel, you may find it quite captivating. You’ll start with “lobster” to learn how the game works, then proceed from there.
5.
Past the Gates
I’ve been a fan of NEEDTOBREATHE from the day they released their very first album, and I’ve enjoyed seeing how they’ve developed as a band. This week they released a new track titled “Past the Gates.” Thematically, it reminds me of some of the old-timey American hymns that spoke of the Christian’s hope after death. Musically, it’s straight-up NEEDTOBREATHE, and that’s a great combination.
When I die, when I die
Save the tears, don’t ya cry
I’ll be on, I’ll be on that yonder mountain in the sky
Let me go, I’ll be alright
No other way to get back home
Past the gates on down the road
I’ll sing with angels around the throne
Past the gates on down the road
I’ll sing with angels around the throne
6.
Comedy Wildlife Awards
There are many serious photography awards and competitions, but also some not-so-serious ones. Squarely in the latter category is Nikon’s annual Comedy Wildlife Awards. I’m sure you’ll agree that this year’s finalists match the description well.
