23Sep 07
Go Ye Up Into The High Mountain
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During our time in Colorado, Daddy and I were able to visit some neat parks and mountains. Our first stop on the trip was Colorado Springs. We spent 2-3 days visiting the area. One 
mountain that we went on was Pikes Peak. It is 14,115 feet tall and is the most visited mountain in North America (the second most visited in the world). We took a 1.5 hour ride on a cog train to the summit. There are only two cog trains in the United States. They are 
used because of how steep the mountains are. No other train could safely climb to the summit. On our trip up, we sat next to an elderly Christian couple who live in Missouri on a large farm. Hearing about their farm made us look 
forward to living in the country one day.
Because of the high altitude, we could not stay on the mountain top for more than 45 minutes. Otherwise we would begin to get sick. 
The weather was much cooler (even in August), but the views were dramatic. There is no way such a beautiful scene could of been formed by evolution.
O Zion, that bringest good tidings, get thee up into the high mountain; O Jerusalem, that bringest good tidings, lift up thy voice with strength: lift it up , be not afrad; say unto the cities of Judah, Behold your God! Isaiah 40:90
Thank you for the report Kenan. It brings back good memories. I hiked up to the summit of Pike’s Peak the summer I worked at a Christian camp in Colorado. It was breath taking. (Literally!)
I believe that the lyrics to “America the Beautiful” were penned from the view up there.
We serve a majestic God. I am so thankful that He reveals Himself to us in His creation.
Pikes Peak. Even though our family has been through the rockies on several different occassions, I don’t believe we ever got the chance to stop there. The view really looks like it is worth it, though. Absolutely splendiferous!
Wow - that must of been quite an experience working at a camp in the Rockies. I think you’re right about the song, ‘America the Beautiful,’ being written as a result of the inspiring views.
Kenan, those photos are amazing. The creativity of our Creator shines forth in brilliant splendor! When our hearts are overwhelmed may we climb that ‘High Mountain’ of our Lord & Savior Jesus Christ. From His perspective we can say, as God did in Genesis, “Behold, it is very good.”
I forgot to add, my two favorite photos would have to be the very last one of the seemingly endless view and the photo you took at the stop light in Colorado Springs. The street lights and directional signs add an unique ambiance to the majestic photo. Did you all notice the narrow dirt trail on photo #6 - I wonder what animal roams along that way?
What an amazing trip Kenan! I just love the picture of the lake in the middle of those mountains. It’s just stunning!
Just think that was hidden from your veiw until you were up on the mountian’s peak. God does the same thing in our lives. He will keep His will hidden from us until it is His exact timing to show us. Then He leaves us in utter amazement of His direct action in our lives.
Wow! Very well-written, Kenan. Whether you have the chance to climb Mount Everest some day or spend years on end in the Blue Ridge, may your mountain-top experiences with your Dad provide confidence and encouragement for all the valleys that may come in between!
I heartily agree about the inspiring view! America is beautiful. That must have been a memorable experience with your Dad, Kenan!
This reminds me of another great hymn: “When I look down from lofty mountain grandeur, and hear the brook, and feel the gentle breeze; Then sings my soul, my Savior God to Thee; How great Thou art, how great Thou art!”
That is Absolutely amazing!!!!!