Author: richardthebaptist

Retired, married to Juliet, and a Christian who loves books, writing, music, nature, gardening, and photography. I'm exploring prayer and spirituality, using my photos to reflect on God and how faith fits into real life: and I hope to stimulate and encourage others to meet with Jesus. Health really matters- and you value it most when there is a risk of losing it! I was unexpectedly diagnosed with colonic cancer, and had successful surgery late in 2019. Love the NHS, God bless them). I am still living with a life-changing condition of fibromyalgia and trying to support others with this illness and other "invisible illnesses." Life has been changed but hope burns eternal. Faith has a deep relevance in good times and tough ones, in sickness and in health. God has been good in my life and has been with me in all these varied experiences.

100 not out – Look, See, Pray

May 8, 2026

Thank you, Sir David. … More 100 not out – Look, See, Pray

Instructions? Look, See, Pray

May 1, 2026

I really should have checked it first… because when I opened the bag, there were NO instructions and many of the parts had been removed from the sprues. … More Instructions? Look, See, Pray

Pollinate! Look, See, Pray

April 23, 2026

Creation has been disordered, and the promise of the Kingdom of God is that all these things will be put right again. Jesus demonstrated mastery over the physical universe: calming the sea in a storm, feeding thousands with the equivalent of a tuna sandwich! … More Pollinate! Look, See, Pray

Short & Sweet- Look, See, Pray

April 16, 2026

Real life is messy. Petals will be trampled on, or blown indoors, and the remnants will go all soggy in the rain when April invites its showers. Would we be better off without the fuss? … More Short & Sweet- Look, See, Pray

Light Relief- Look, See, Pray

April 10, 2026

Essentially, it’s an elegantly simple flower which gets more complex as you study it and “play” with the light. … More Light Relief- Look, See, Pray

Tried by the Fire- Look, See, Pray

April 2, 2026

Suddenly, Jesus’ words flashed through Peter’s mind: “Before the rooster crows twice, you will deny three times that you even know me.” And he broke down and wept. … More Tried by the Fire- Look, See, Pray

Perfect! Look, See, Pray

March 27, 2026

Beautiful beyond description… symbols of spiritual significance… words of power and grace. … More Perfect! Look, See, Pray

Unknown… Look, See, Pray

March 19, 2026

Such creatures are as different from us as they could be. Cold-blooded, insectivore, and armour-plated! … More Unknown… Look, See, Pray

Added Value- Look, See, Pray

March 14, 2026

Humans have often spent more time arguing over the questions of creation and evolution than we have spend on enjoying the rich diversity of life on Earth. Perhaps we should appreciate more and argue less? … More Added Value- Look, See, Pray

Through the Valley- Look, See, Pray

March 5, 2026

I’ve chosen this photo for this reflection because I’ve just been through a valley myself… the “ride” has had highs and lows, tears and exhilaration. This pic seemed to fit. … More Through the Valley- Look, See, Pray