Hi, everyone. I’m Edward Drennan, Editor-In-Chief of Guideposts here with my pup, Gracie.
There’s something so special about seeing animals in nature. They have a remarkable power to connect us back to God. Many times God has used Gracie and the dogs that came before her to bring me lessons of faith, trust, forgiveness, acceptance, and love—unconditional love.
One cold, snowy night when we were up here in the Berkshires, a warm front covered the hills in a velvety fog. I had to let Gracie out for her evening patrol of the yard, when she suddenly started barking. It was a deep, assertive bark—not frightened—sure to scare off any potential intruders into our yard.
As I watched Gracie, standing in that fog, Gracie probably couldn’t see anything. And yet she was still going to ring out with that bark no matter what. And I wondered about my own fogs in life—the spiritual fog that sometimes descends on me and obscures my spiritual visibility—and it’s at those moments, like Gracie, I have to stand in the middle of that darkness and proclaim my faith no matter what I can or cannot see in my life.
Animals have a remarkable way to draws closer to God. That’s why Guideposts created All God’s Creatures, a brand new devotional that begins in May when the earth is bursting to life of the sweet vibrations of spring. Day by day, season by season you’ll take heart in stories of animals that appear at just the right moment. Each unforgettable true story will inspire, comfort, and encourage you. You’ll meet animals who demonstrate the patience forgiveness and wisdom we all need and who serve as reminders that God has a plan for each of us.
Devotionals are awe-inspiring. You won’t be disappointed with All God’s Creatures. It’s a blessing to me, and I know it will be the same for you. All God’s Creatures will touch your soul and draw you closer to the God who created us all.
