Father’s Handiwork

From Psalm 66:1-2:  “Make a joyful noise to God, all the earth; sing the glory of His name; give to Him glorious praise.”

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Our Father’s handiwork

Bringing glory to His name

Designs of every shape

Lighting eternity’s flame

 

Awesome are Father’s deeds

Turning darkness into light

Wonders of creation

Shining from nightly moonlight

 

Goodness from Father’s hands

Detailing His divine ways

Deliverance descends

Beholding sky without gray

 

Bigness of Father’s heart

Promising grace from His love

Filled with benevolence

Working always from above

 

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From Psalm 66:3-4:  “Say to God, ‘How awesome are Your deeds!  Because of Your great power, Your enemies cringe before You.  All the earth worships You; they sing praises to You, sing praises to Your name.'”

John Locke Quote

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The visible mark of extraordinary wisdom and power appear so plainly in all the works of creation.

From Psalm 19:1-2:  “The heavens are telling the glory of God, and the firmament proclaims His handiwork.  Day to day pours forth speech, and night to night declares knowledge.”

John Locke (1632-1704) was an English philosopher and writer.

Zitkala-Sa Quotes

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The voice of the Great Spirit is heard in the twittering of birds, the rippling of mighty waters, and the sweet breathing of flowers.

There is no great; there is no small; in the mind that causeth all.

Zitkala-Sa (1876-1938) was a Yankton Dakota writer, translator, and educator.  She was also known by her Anglicized married name, Gertrude Simmons Bonnin.

Roy Lessin Quote

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Just think, you’re not here by chance, but by God’s choosing you.  His hand formed you, He made you the person you are.

From Psalm 139:13-14:  “For it was you who formed my inward parts; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.  I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.  Wonderful are your works; that I know very well.”

Roy Lessin has dedicated his life to Christian ministry.  During his 50 plus years, he has been studying the Bible, sharing its teachings with others, and authoring numerous Christian books.  He is also one of the co-founders of DaySpring Greeting Cards.

Gene Roddenberry Quotes

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The glory of creation is in its infinite diversity.

I consider reading the greatest bargain in the world.

Gene Roddenberry (1921-1991) was an American television screenwriter and producer.  He was the creative force behind the “Star Trek” series.

Monday Memories: Beyond Compare

From the words of English novelist and poet, Mary Webb:  “Nature’s music is never over; her silences are pauses, not conclusions.”

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Creation’s wonders, lasting treasures

Beyond compare, by any measure

 

God’s unique Spirit molds, creates

Earth living as His domain, first-rate

 

Forests dazzle with matchless beauty

Witness to our Lord’s sacred duty

 

Animal species roam, some quite rare

Others appear to be everywhere

 

Distinctive flowers color the land

Their music soothes, like any jazz band

 

Unequaled majesty reaching high

Rugged mountains climbing to the sky

 

Creatures with their eccentric pursuits

Actions showing off, fun attributes

 

Man taking note of what God has done

High praises, He stands second to One

 

One and only one master designs

Each day, smiling at His nature shrines

 

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From Genesis 1:29-30:  “God said, ‘See, I have given you every plant yielding seed that is upon the face of all the earth, and every tree with seed in its fruit; you shall have them for food.  And to every beast of the earth, and to every bird of the air, and to everything that creeps on the earth, everything that has the breath of life, I have given every green plant for food.’  And it was so.”

Originally published October, 2020.

David Jeremiah Quote

Every human heartbeat should be a silent refrain of thanksgiving to the God who created the heart and gives it life.

From Psalm 100:3:  “Know that the Lord is God.  It is He who made us, and we are His; we are His people and the sheep of His pasture.”

David Jeremiah (born 1941) is an American pastor and Christian author.

Encouraging Heavens

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Vastness of oceans deep

Swimming with endless wonders

Encouraging what world should keep

Heavens answer with thunder

 

Vastness of universe

Swimming with infinite stars

Encouraging nature’s free verse

Heavens address from afar

 

Vastness of instinct flows

Swimming to every shoreline

Encouraging children, let’s grow

Heavens praise learning’s outline

 

Vastness of human mind

Swimming toward tomorrow

Encouraging love, always kind

Heavens remove all sorrow

 

Vastness of creation

Swimming with unending light

Encouraging every nation

Heavens transform man’s foresight

 

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Writing poetry allows the creator to take a theme and journey into the depth of its wonders.

Charles Swindoll Quote

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God doesn’t build skyscrapers; men build skyscrapers.  And they all have the touch of genius, human genius.  But you cannot find a man who can make a star.  And when God steps in, His working is like the difference between a skyscraper and a star.

From Job 28:24:  “For He looks to the ends of the earth and sees everything under the heavens.”

Charles Swindoll (born 1934) is an American pastor and Christian author.

Present Always (Elfchen Series #228)

Origination

Witnessing

Father’s creation

Every river straightened

Flowing with His grace

Peace

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Instruction

Trusting

Father’s teachings

Scripture lies open

Heart gathering His wisdom

Faith

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Transformation

Praising

Father’s light

Given clean slate

Forgiveness carries burdens away

Hope

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