Chlorophyll

“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you,
    before you were born I set you apart;
    I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.”                                                               Jeremiah 1:5

Chlorophyll. It is a miracle that we take for granted. Without this particular chemical, life on earth does not exist. It is a molecular structure that turns light from the sun into usable energy for humans and animals. It starts a chemical process that strips electrons from water, and allows the plant in which it resides to produce, as a by-product, oxygen.

So, this marvelous molecule can turn light into energy, and produce oxygen as a byproduct. In my humble opinion, that unique process, which allows life on earth to exist, is simply another manifestation of the Creator’s hand in giving life.

Who else could plan such an incredible process? We can argue, if anyone wants to engage in such a discussion, about the creation of life, and the beginnings of life on earth. The presence of chlorophyll, a necessary molecule in the chain of life, answers for me the discussion about intelligent design. No accident here folks, this life- your life- is a miracle designed by God in eternity past (whatever that is!).

He planned for us long before we knew about him or his majesty and power.

Prayer: Lord, we remain in awe of your creation, Amen