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Podcast 52.1 Transcript
Welcome to Thursday Thoughts at Resonant 7, where we reflect on the reality of God and resolve to let it resound in our lives, repeatedly. Let’s think about this.
All creatures of our God and King
Bless the Lord, all his works, in all places of his dominion. Bless the Lord, O my soul! Psalm 103:22 ESV
This entire hymn is a call to worship. The entirety of creation is commanded to offer God the King the praise that He deserves. All His works in all places of His kingly dominion are to bless Him. No created thing or part of creation is left out of the invitation to worship.
Lift up your voice and with us sing
The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork. Psalm 19:1 ESV
Just in case there is any uncertainty as to at least one form that praise should take we are to sing. But how do creatures that can not speak sing? In their own unique voice they are to declare and proclaim His glory revealed in His handiwork. Have you found your voice?
Thou burning sun with golden beam
Praise him, sun and moon, praise him, all you shining stars! Praise him, you highest heavens, and you waters above the heavens! Psalm 148:3-4 ESV
When you look at the sun it is marvelous to behold as it lights our day. You can see the brightness and feel the warmth. Still, as you begin to learn a little about it you find how incredible a creation it truly is. It brings Him praise through its burning, golden beam. How will you praise Him?
Thou silver moon with softer gleam
Let them praise the name of the Lord! For he commanded and they were created. And he established them forever and ever; he gave a decree, and it shall not pass away. Psalm 148:5-6 ESV
The evening counterpart with its softer gleam does its part as its silver orb lights the night sky. It is different every night, through a constant cycle, yet consistent in reflecting the light of the sun which creates its unique offering. Ours changes each night as well, but should still sound.
Take a few moments to talk to Jesus about what has come to your mind, or listen to what He is saying to you, then I will read our text once more.
All creatures of our God and King
Lift up your voice and with us sing
O praise Him alleluia
Thou burning sun with golden beam
Thou silver moon with softer gleam
O praise Him alleluia
Take the mindfulness of God’s presence cultivated in these last few minutes into the next ones and beyond. Until next time,
Be Resonant.
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