Snow! Yesterday (last week) we had snow for the first time in three years. We sat in the sunroom and watched the beauty of the snow falling quietly and covering the ground. Our backyard was turned into a winter wonderland. The snow covered up the grass and the dirt, making the yard look as smooth as an ice-skating rink. The Bible talks about how our sins can be covered and we can be “white as snow” (Isaiah 1:18; Psalm 51:7).

This morning the ground was still white when we got up, but as the temperature started to rise, the snow and ice began to melt. However, this brought a new kind of beauty: the snow glistening and the water drops reflecting the sunlight. Plain trees and bushes were now sparkling like jewels of all colors. Bling!

Some people love bling that can be found in jewelry, on clothing, or in decorations for their homes. There is one professional bicyclist whose nickname is “Bling” because of his love for jewelry, fancy clothes, and flashy cars. Showing off their bling for some is a way of bringing attention to themselves. For others it is just a personal choice of things they like.

There is a different kind of bling that I like—the kind that is found in nature. It can come from the glistening snow, from reflections in water, sunlight or moonlight. You get the idea! Ordinary things that we see every day can be changed into extraordinary sights. We just have to take the time to look around and see special beauty in God’s creation.

The type of bling we should be showing is the light of the world Jesus Christ (John 8:12). He tells us to

 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven. (Matthew 5:16 NKJV)