Maybe this was the inspiration to the following song by St. Francis of Assisi written sometime between 1181 - 1226.
ALL
Arrangement and Additional Chorus: David Crowder
VERSE 1: ALL PEOPLE OF OUR GOD AND KING
LIFT UP YOUR VOICE AND LET US SING
O PRAISE HIM, ALLELUIA
THE BURNING SUN WITH GOLDEN BEAMS
THE SILVER MOON THAT SOFTLY GLEAMS
O PRAISE HIM O PRAISE HIM
ALLELUIA
VERSE 2: THE RUSHING WIND THAT IS SO STRONG
THE CLOUDS THAT SAIL IN HEAV’N ALONG
O PRAISE HIM, ALLELUIA
THE RISING MOON IN PRAISE REJOICE
THE LIGHTS OF EVENING FIND A VOICE
O PRAISE HIM, O PRAISE HIM
ALLELUIA
VERSE 3: 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
O PRAISE HIM, O PRAISE HIM
ALLELUIA
VERSE 4: PRAISE, PRAISE THE FATHER PRAISE THE SON
AND PRAISE THE SPIRIT THREE IN ONE
O PRAISE HIM, O PRAISE HIM
ALLELUIA
5 comments:
"The feeling of refreshement stemming from the intentional seperation from the hustle of cars, tv, and deadlines is beyond words. It was a true moment of spirituality while surrounded by the glory of God embodied in His creation."
I know that feeling of refreshment well, I think I've been spoiled in that sense; growing up in Kerwood I came home to that seperation every evening.
There were many nights I'd just sit outside and talk to him staring up at the stars, and there are many days where I walk and stare across the vast planes am reminded of how large he is.
I'm not sure whether you intentionally used the word, "intentionally" three times in this post but it hightlighted for me the importance of living just that way: intentionally!
So often I find it easy to let life's demands pull me in every direction without stopping, as you did, to breathe in God's handiwork. Surrounding myself with His creation, I feel a tremendous sense of awe and reverence and it's impossible not to give Him praise. If this is indeed a "dim reflection", I cannot fathom how incredible God is. Really makes my material possessions seem futile.
and people always ask me why i choose to drive at least 30 min to work. they just need to do this once and maybe they would get it. that even though i'm driving in my car - with or without music playing - i'm surrounded by nothing but countryside. i love this particular route i take to work...and i always have to pause and drive slower as there's one spot that always takes my breath away. rolling hills, old wooden fences, perfectly shaped trees that would be great to picnic under or simply read, and a small river that tickles right through the middle. it's a small horse farm, but it gives the illusion of going on for acres and acres. my drive seems more awesome after it snows (but then again I love snow)...when the snow glistens off and everything is purified. they just don't get it...they live within 15 min. i get the blessing at least 30 min in the morning and 30 min back home.
and people always ask me why i choose to drive at least 30 min to work. they just need to do this once and maybe they would get it. that even though i'm driving in my car - with or without music playing - i'm surrounded by nothing but countryside. i love this particular route i take to work...and i always have to pause and drive slower as there's one spot that always takes my breath away. rolling hills, old wooden fences, perfectly shaped trees that would be great to picnic under or simply read, and a small river that tickles right through the middle. it's a small horse farm, but it gives the illusion of going on for acres and acres. my drive seems more awesome after it snows (but then again I love snow)...when the snow glistens off and everything is purified. they just don't get it...they live within 15 min. i get the blessing at least 30 min in the morning and 30 min back home.
sorry about the double post...computer was disagreeing with me
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