Psalm of the Rose- Look, See, Pray

richardthebaptist Creation, Look, See. Pray, Psalm, Uncategorized August 15, 2019 1 Minute

Sing to the Lord a NEW song! Let my whole being worship You!

Photographing a rosebud which survived the heavy rain this week inspired me to write my own Psalm. The sheer delicate beauty of roses always attracts me, and they make such striking images.

So here is my “Psalm of the Rose”…. I hope it inspires you to focus your attention on Almighty God for a few moments this morning.

May the peace and grace of God keep you in eternal peace.

How lovely is this new day!

Everything in my soul rejoices.

Radiant Sun, warming my heart;

Gentle breeze, charming my skin.

Roses, arise! Declare the Creator’s joy.

Birds, sing anthems! Declare that God is good.

Let all that lives praise the Lord.

You, O Lord, are mighty, Your heart delights in us.

Let all that has breath sing praise to your Holy Name. (c) Richard Starling, 2019

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Retired, married to Juliet, and a Christian who loves books, writing, music, nature, gardening, and photography. I'm exploring prayer and spirituality, using my photos to reflect on God and how faith fits into real life: and I hope to stimulate and encourage others to meet with Jesus. Health really matters- and you value it most when there is a risk of losing it! I was unexpectedly diagnosed with colonic cancer, and had successful surgery late in 2019. Love the NHS, God bless them). I am still living with a life-changing condition of fibromyalgia and trying to support others with this illness and other "invisible illnesses." Life has been changed but hope burns eternal. Faith has a deep relevance in good times and tough ones, in sickness and in health. God has been good in my life and has been with me in all these varied experiences. View all posts by richardthebaptist

Published August 15, 2019