I watched the sun rise again this morning and was inspired to write the following as I thought about God:
In the morning, You paint the clouds with amber light.
In the evening you set fire to the sunset.
The colors from your palate inspire the imagination of generations.
All art and beauty come from the words of your lips.
Your heart warms the coldest of valleys, and your presence draws us closer to it.
I am lost without you Lord. I am like a sheep wandering aimlessly.
But your rod and staff comfort and guide me like winds on a sail.
You bring me into an adventure more exciting than any book.
No tale told could ever capture what you have in store for me.
Your plans cannot be held in the world’s storehouses.
You are the best that has happened to me.
I long for your presence. I eagerly await your voice.
It soothes me and quiets my soul.
Nothing can compare to your goodness.
No one is wise enough to give you counsel.
The stars in the sky and elements in the universe are held in your hand.
Not one is forgotten, yet I get to have a relationship with you.
How wide, how vast, how deep is your love for me.
I can simply bow in awe of your magnificence.
You rule with a just heart. Your power is unparalleled.
Your righteousness strikes fear into your enemies.
Yet, you love people with equal passion.
No one can escape your love. All are called to know you.
You hold my heart in your hand, and my life is completely yours to use.
It is the only gift I have to offer you, and I offer it to you freely.
I am wholly yours. Make me more like you daily.
Let me not stray from your call.
Make my ears tuned to your voice.
Help my eyes be fixed on you and you alone.
Make my heart ever long for your presence.
Thank you for choosing me and leading me.
Let me not forget any part of my testimony.
You are everything I need.
You sustain me.
I am your child.
