Evelyn McDonald

Windows on Nature: Reflections on God continues the McDonalds' unique combination of beautiful high-quality photographs of nature, rigorous scientific information and sound Biblical insights. This, their second book, has received both international and national endorsements from a range of Christian leaders.Immerse yourself in the wonders of creation through the remarkable photographs which form the basis of 32 themed reflections, with titles such as Every Scar Tells a Story, What's Happening to My World?, The Wisdom of a King, What is Truth? and A Tale of Hope. In each reflection, a full-page photograph is informed by relevant scientific research and/or Indigenous knowledge and flows onto a thoughtful devotion drawn from the Old or New Testament, followed by a responsive prayer.The book also features 5 illustrated and fascinating short stories from nature. The book provides both insights into the multi-faceted character of the One who brought creation into being and sustains it and encouragement and challenges for the reader who follows Christ. For those who just love the natural world and recognize how significant it is, the photographs and insights will both delight and provide food for thought. This book would be a great gift for such people as well as any with whom you would simply like to share something of the extraordinary beauty, majesty and diversity of the natural world.What a beautiful book that powerfully displays how God speaks not only through his word in the Bible but also in the splendour and intricacy of his creation 'Windows on Nature: Reflections on God' provides a unique insight into the natural world of Australia and New Zealand, painting a vivid picture of a God who delights in all that he has made. May we be inspired to play our part in taking care of this amazing world. Dr Ruth Valerio, Global Advocacy and Influencing Director, Tearfund UK

With a Foreword written by prominent Australian Christian leader, Tim Costello AO, this book combines high-quality photos of nature, interesting scientific background and Biblical reflections in a totally unique way. Readers may be drawn to see the natural world and God as perhaps they have not done so before. Forty-four stunning photographs reveal incredibly diverse aspects of God's creation-His 'first book'-inviting both appreciation and contemplation. Of these, 34 are accompanied by firstly, a background explanation with relevant scientific detail and secondly, a reflection inspired by the image. In writing the reflections, the authors, both Bible college graduates who have served in full time Christian ministry, have drawn from various parts of God's 'second book'-the Bible. The reflections consider not only what has been recorded about creation, but also about its Creator, humanity and our role and responsibilities.The text addresses such questions as is the order, precision, diversity and beauty in nature merely random or accidental? What is the purpose of nature-creation? What parables for life are there in nature? What do natural disasters, death and decay-parts of nature that cannot be ignored-mean? How should we respond to nature? What perspective should Christians bring to creation care?For people of faith, this book provides valuable insights and inspiration for daily meditation, prayer and responsible action. For those who simply love nature and recognise how significant it is, this book offers thought-provoking perspectives on beautiful images of the natural world.This book would be a great gift for such people as well as those with whom you would simply like to share, through the images, something of the sheer beauty of nature both here in Australia and elsewhere along with thoughtful text.

With a Foreword written by prominent Australian Christian leader, Tim Costello AO, this book combines high-quality photos of nature, interesting scientific background and Biblical reflections in a totally unique way. Readers may be drawn to see the natural world and God as perhaps they have not done so before. Forty-four stunning photographs reveal incredibly diverse aspects of God's creation-His 'first book'-inviting both appreciation and contemplation. Of these, 34 are accompanied by firstly, a background explanation with relevant scientific detail and secondly, a reflection inspired by the image. In writing the reflections, the authors, both Bible college graduates who have served in full time Christian ministry, have drawn from various parts of God's 'second book'-the Bible. The reflections consider not only what has been recorded about creation, but also about its Creator, humanity and our role and responsibilities.The text addresses such questions as is the order, precision, diversity and beauty in nature merely random or accidental? What is the purpose of nature-creation? What parables for life are there in nature? What do natural disasters, death and decay-parts of nature that cannot be ignored-mean? How should we respond to nature? What perspective should Christians bring to creation care?For people of faith, this book provides valuable insights and inspiration for daily meditation, prayer and responsible action. For those who simply love nature and recognise how significant it is, this book offers thought-provoking perspectives on beautiful images of the natural world.This book would be a great gift for such people as well as those with whom you would simply like to share, through the images, something of the sheer beauty of nature both here in Australia and elsewhere along with thoughtful text.