We live in Michigan where there are lots of trees and wildlife. Lake Michigan is nearby, and the cycle of seasons each year keeps life fresh and vibrant. We love it here. That love makes us think that Michigan is “our Father’s world”.
You might live in a different sort of area, perhaps the tropics, or a desert, or the middle of an urban region. No matter where you are, there still is evidence of God taking care of His world, even if it’s a small green plant asserting itself through a crack in the sidewalk. Where you love living, for you, is “your Father’s world”.
This is my Father’s world, and to my listening ears
All nature sings, and round me rings the music of the spheres.
This is my Father’s world: I rest me in the thought
Of rocks and trees, of skies and seas– His hand the wonders wrought.
This is my Father’s world: the birds their carols raise,
The morning light, the lily white, declare their Maker’s praise.
This is my Father’s world: He shines in all that’s fair;
In the rustling grass I hear Him pass, He speaks to me everywhere.
This is my Father’s world: O let me ne’er forget
That though the wrong seems oft so strong, God is the Ruler yet.
This is my Father’s world: why should my heart be sad?
The Lord is King: let the heavens ring! God reigns; let earth be glad!
Church Calendar: Harvest/Thanksgiving
Hymn Tune: TERRA BEATA
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