by Valerie Denay Staton
Whenever I think of You Father, I think of enduring love. A love that parts wayward seas, and calms boisterous winds. That accompanies sojourners traveling in a foreign land. A love without cost. A love that has no end. Everything You do is masterful! Indeed, all Your creations are priceless works of art! From the minute mite to the humungous behemoth. You paint the world in stunning colors. Wavelengths of energy you allow our eyes to see. Thank You dear Father for this beautiful paradise You created for humanity. This great land, full of beautiful plants, flowers, and trees. And creatures on land, in the heavens, in rivers, oceans, and in immaculate seas. You, Almighty God, created many astonishing things for our enjoyment and company. Thankful and blessed I am, I must say, for the precious gifts You’ve given me each day. I am grateful for the sun that lights the way and for the moon that takes over when light goes away. For the stars that shoot across the sky and the ones that twinkle and blink at night. They bring comfort and joy, those luminous balls of light. Whenever I think of You Father, I am filled with admiration and sheer delight. I cannot thank You enough for this amazing life. Thank You God for creating me. For surrounding me with beautiful things. I love You tremendously, my doting Father, my Triumphant King!
***Published in Odes of Praise: A Collection of Christian Poetry – 2022
Poetic Reflections 