Saturday, September 7, 2013

This is my Father's World


This is my Father's World,


and to my listening ears,


All nature sings, and 'round me rings


 the music of the spheres.


This is my Father's World,


I rest me in the thought,


of rocks and trees, of skies and seas;


His hand the wonders wrought.


This is my Father's World,


the birds their carols raise,


 The morning light, the lilly white,


declare their Maker's praise.


This is my Father's world:


He shines in all that's fair;


In the rustling grass I hear Him pass;


He speaks to me everywhere.


This is my Father's world,


O let me ne'er forget


That though the wrong seems oft so strong,


God is the ruler yet.


This is my Father's world,


The battle is not done.


Jesus Who died, shall be satisfied,


And earth and heav'n be one.


"This is My Father's World"
Text: Maltbie D. Babcock
Music: Trad. English melody; adapt. by Franklin L. Sheppard 


7 comments:

  1. I thought about you on my way to church and said a prayer for you. Good to hear from you!

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  2. SO beautiful. All of it. Hugs to you! Camille

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  3. You have been on my mind and heart! Busy life around here, but this quiet early morning I thought I would check in with you. Of course, I was delighted and had to get caught up and read all the latest posts. :) You are such an artist with words and pictures!!! I am so thankful that God has shown Himself faithful once again in helping you each step of the way in this journey. I know He will not stop! I am glad that all the transitions have gone well for everyone. I will keep praying! Many hugs! Susan

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  4. Hello Susan~
    Stopping by to check in and see how you & yours are doing?
    I am thinking about you & have been praying for you!
    You have not posted in over two months.....(hint-hint)
    Just letting you know you are loved and missed!
    Hugs~
    Lori

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  5. Thank you, everyone. So grateful for your concern and continued prayerful support. God continues to show Himself faithful on our behalf. I hope to return to blogging on a more regular schedule in the future. I miss everyone! Thanks for checking on me. : )

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