In Nature’s Sanctuary- Finding Elohim in His Creation

Today, I want to talk about the beauty and power of praying in nature. Let’s take a moment to imagine ourselves in the quiet of the wilderness, surrounded by Elohim’s creation. Each leaf, each ripple in the water, every soft breeze whispers the name of Yah and speaks of His majesty. Nature is Elohim’s original cathedral, a sanctuary crafted not by human hands but by the Creator Himself, where His presence is felt in every inch of the earth. When we step into that space, we’re not just in nature—we’re in the holy ground of Elohim's design.

The psalmist tells us, "The heavens declare the glory of Elohim; the skies proclaim the work of His hands." Each tree, mountain, and river speaks a message that resonates deeply in our hearts if we take the time to listen. This is where we can lay down our burdens, our worries, and feel the presence of Yahusha intimately. When we pray outside, we connect with the rawness of our faith, away from the noise and distractions of our daily lives.

Think about Yahusha Himself. He often retreated to the wilderness, to the mountains, to quiet places alone where He could speak directly to His Father. He modeled for us the importance of stepping outside, finding a quiet place, and simply being with Elohim. So, when we pray in nature, we’re following in the footsteps of Yahusha, entering a space where the Spirit can speak to us with clarity and strength. Here, we are humbled by the vastness of creation, reminded of our smallness, but also of His boundless love.

Imagine praying near a rushing stream, where each sound reminds you of the living waters of His Word washing over you, refreshing your soul. Or standing on a mountain, feeling as though you’re a step closer to Heaven. When we look up at the vastness of the sky, we remember that the Creator of all that we see—the stars, the clouds, the sun and the moon—holds us in His hands. In nature, we begin to feel a different kind of intimacy, one that connects us to something much bigger than ourselves. We’re reminded that we are part of His creation, loved and cherished.

I encourage each of you to seek out those sacred moments. Step outside, find a quiet place, and pour your heart out to Elohim. Walk in the woods, talk to Him as if He’s walking beside you—because He is. Stand barefoot on the ground and feel His earth beneath you, grounding you. Lift your face to the heavens and let His Spirit fill you with peace.

So let’s go out there and make time to pray in the natural beauty that Elohim has blessed us with. Let’s lift our voices under His open sky, let our prayers rise with the rustling leaves, and find that, truly, His presence is everywhere. Elohim’s creation is waiting, and He is waiting there to meet us.