First published in As Surely as the Sun.
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Extol the Lord’s striking wonders.
Behold exalted majesties.
Take measure of a blithe bluebird
lifted on currents by His breath.
Eye jaunty poppies in gay praise
as they dance with unfettered joy.
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Rejoice over His creations:
the first gasp of a newborn lamb,
a hatching chorus in new song,
the healing goodness of soft rains,
the sight of picturesque sunsets.
May all mankind be of good cheer.
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Early morning skies are laden
with His celestial glories.
Gulls pirouette in light-hearted
pavanes of praise and high above,
clouds cavort in playful frolic,
miracles of His handiwork.
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Come near, Oh Lord, my guiding light.
Share your vision of life to come.
Grant us wellsprings of joy from your
heart to rejoice in this new day.
Paul Yarbrough said:
Amen
Chrissy Ybarra said:
I absolutely LOVE this one. We take God’s creation for granted so much, but it’s nice to stop in awe and take it all in because His handiwork is better than anything man could ever make. Beautiful!