Praise to God for his creation. There are times in my life when I think about the many blessings God has afforded us just in giving us life.
It is a very beautiful time of year in the Midwest, especially where I am in Nebraska. We have been blessed to have a very mild summer. The endless fields of corn are lush and green, taller than any of us. The country roads wind for miles, cutting through the plains, and the sun seems to hover endlessly on the horizon at sunset.
Soon the days will become shorter and winter will set in. It may be harsh or it may be mild. Our beautiful autumn festivities may be cut short by an early winter snow. The cold will cause us to long for the warmth and sun of summer once again.
Every blessing that is given to us through God’s creation is evidence of his mercy toward us. I reflected on all of this while listening to one of my favorite hymns this morning. I wanted to share it with you all and hope that you enjoy and praise God with me today for his mercy.
All creatures of our God and King
Lift up your voice and with us sing,
Alleluia! Alleluia!
Thou burning sun with golden beam,
Thou silver moon with softer gleam!
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O praise Him! O praise Him!
Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
Thou rushing wind that art so strong
Ye clouds that sail in Heaven along,
O praise Him! Alleluia!
Thou rising moon, in praise rejoice,
Ye lights of evening, find a voice!
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Thou flowing water, pure and clear,
Make music for thy Lord to hear,
O praise Him! Alleluia!
Thou fire so masterful and bright,
That givest man both warmth and light.
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Dear mother earth, who day by day
Unfoldest blessings on our way,
O praise Him! Alleluia!
The flowers and fruits that in thee grow,
Let them His glory also show.
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And all ye men of tender heart,
Forgiving others, take your part,
O sing ye! Alleluia!
Ye who long pain and sorrow bear,
Praise God and on Him cast your care!
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And thou most kind and gentle Death,
Waiting to hush our latest breath,
O praise Him! Alleluia!
Thou leadest home the child of God,
And Christ our Lord the way hath trod.
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Let all things their Creator bless,
And worship Him in humbleness,
O praise Him! Alleluia!
Praise, praise the Father, praise the Son,
And praise the Spirit, Three in One!
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One Response to “Praise To God”
Love this song! Thanks for sharing