I saw a picture this morning of the Blue Ridge Mountains in North Carolina posted by the US National Weather Service, and underneath the picture it said:
"Summertime is back in the Blue Ridge Mountains! The mountains appear blue because specific oak and poplar trees emit a chemical called isoprene to protect them against excessive heat."
How amazing is it that God created trees with a mechanism to protect themselves from the heat! He literally thought of every single thing, right down to the minor details, and He never ceases to amaze me!
Another fun fact really quick before I move on is that the word tree is mentioned in the bible 312 times! From the beginning of the book in Genesis 2:9, all the way to the end in Revelation 22:2, we read about trees and how they are an important part of God’s creation, essential for our survival. They provide us with oxygen, clean the air, stabilize the soil, and provide homes for wildlife. They are also a source of food and medicine. Thank You God for the trees and for the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains!