God's Presence
We see God in the rainbow that reminds us of His love,
And in the starry bodies that twinkle at night above.
We see God in those sunsets, that prior to dusk, cast their glow,
And in the hills and mountains from which fountains gush and flow.
We see God in the forest where many living things dwell,
And also in lush jungles where exotic creatures thrill.
We see God in the rivers, and brooks and lakes, throughout earth,
And in those new born babies, whose first cry is heard at birth.
We see God in the sunshine that soon warms us with its rays,
Even in cotton wool clouds on those not so sunny days.
We see God in the green meadows, in wrapped flower bouquets,
And in wholesome humour, and in answers to prayers, one prays.
We see God in the seasons that various changes bring,
Refreshing days of autumn, the blossoms that come in spring.
The cleansing cool of winter, that breeze on a summer’s day,
Those contrasts of each season that delight us, not dismay.
We see God in affection, in tenderness and mercy,
And in compassionate acts, kind deeds, also chivalry.
We see God in friendliness, in fellowship and harmony,
In unconditional love, and appropriate intimacy.
We see God in selflessness, and in generosity,
Also in benevolence, or folk acting pleasantly.
We see God in gratefulness, and in worship that’s self free,
And where there’s praise of others; never where there’s praise of ME.
The reason God is seen in these things I’ve stated here,
Is because He’s our Creator, hence His presence is everywhere.
Not only in creation, but in each action, word and thought
That has the stamp of Heaven, and our Holy God’s support.
By Lance Landall
Tell Me...
How could I betray my God after all that He has done for me,
Yes, after all that love and grace that He displayed on Calvary?
After all that love and grace that He is still showing me today,
And more so, given that such love continues even when I stray?
Yes, how could I betray my God who in His own image made me,
And graciously gave me the freedom to choose my own destiny?
How could I betray my God who won’t even violate my right
To walk in harmful paths of darkness, instead of His loving light?
How could I betray my God who very clearly knows what is best,
For I have seen the evidence that has laid all my doubts to rest?
Yes, every day before my eyes -- in other words, within my life,
Are amazing wonders and blessings, care that saves me from much strife?
Oh, how could I betray my God whose love is full of surprises,
And when how much He cares for me, He daily re-emphasizes?
Yes, how could I betray this loving God who gave His all for me,
And who still wants to share His kingdom with someone so unworthy?
By Lance Landall
