Recently my older brother, Greg, posted a photo on Facebook
that led me into Visio Divina—contemplation through images.
The photo is of a white coneflower with a spectacular burst
of orange at its center. An insect (a grasshopper?) with large
eyes is perched on one of the petals, facing outward.
This image led me to ask these questions:
• How often do I not notice what is beautiful within because
I’m so busy looking outward?
• Am I so concerned about guarding a treasure that I’m not
able to enjoy it myself?
• Am I so comfortable where I’m perched that I
don’t notice the beauty to be found in other places?
• Am I thankful for the gift of vision, and do I use it wisely?
• What opportunities am I missing to practice awe?
God speaks to us in many ways—even through a coneflower and
a grasshopper. May what you see with the marvel of your eyes lead you into
contemplation today!
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