As I look out a window from my home, I am suddenly paying particular attention to a tree that I have casually noticed before. I suppose with time on my hands, I am able to reflect a little deeper on things in nature, such as this massive structure that somehow extends into the expanse, unsupported by any visible means other than grass and dirt.

I am reminded of how God takes care of animal life, insects, and human beings from the sources of a tree. Here are some things that come to mind:

• Trees supply oils, saps, and syrups
• Temporary shelter for animals and man
• The branches are homes for birds and lots of wildlife
• The trunk is used for small animals’ habitations
• Tree frogs and beetles live in the trees barks
• Insects and animals feed from its bark
• Many animals find safety from prey
• Trees give nutrient to the soil
• Animals, insects, and humans all enjoy the trees shade from the sun
• The roots of trees are food for certain insects
• Trees have carbon dioxide and create oxygen for us to breath
• Materials are used from trees to build homes and shelter
• Wood from trees are used for fuel and cooking
• Many trees give us all kinds of fruit
• Wood from trees create beautiful bon fires
• Trees help with the environment by catching airborne particles
• They reduce the concentration of gases in the air
• Millions of wood products come from trees that help sustain and entertain us
• Tree leaves are food used for insects
• Trees help reduce noise
• Provide jobs for workers who transform trees into products for consumers
• Cool city streets
• And other things not mentioned here

Trees are just one aspect that give life to God’s creation. This article may take you on a journey to think about how other things in nature supply man’s needs, such as air, water, the sun and moon, animals, plant life and grass, rain, vapors, seasons, early morning dew, mountains, valleys, winds, and more!

“You have done many things for us, O Lord our God;
there is no one like you! You have made many wonderful plans
for us. I could never speak of them all – their number is so great!”
Psalm 40:5 (GNT)

What a mighty God we serve!