Saturday, December 19, 2015

Midnight Clear

Midnight Clear

“It came upon a midnight clear,
That glorious song of old,
From angels bending near the earth,
To touch their harps of gold:
“Peace on the earth, good will to all, from heaven’s gracious King”
The world in solemn stillness lay,
To hear the angels sing.”
(Methodist Hymnal 218)
Words by Edmund H. Sears, 1849

            Living in Minnesota the idea of clear air at midnight on a sub-zero evening is a great set up to think peaceful thoughts. I was just outside in that setting (actually plus 9F) and the amazing feeling of quiet, beauty, freshness and the wonders of the evening seem endless.
            The stars are so bright that I wonder why we need the Hubble telescope. The freshness of the air was tremendous. It makes me feel like cold air has more oxygen; it was almost intoxication. The feeling of the air on my face must have increase the blood flow to my cheeks and felt great. It brought back memories of days spent sledding with my friends many years ago. Yes, God has created a great place for us.
            This is a beautiful time of year and the beauty, stillness, invigorating atmosphere is a gift for us all. It is easy to sense how the three Wiseman must have felt while following that star many years ago. Luke put it this way:
Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel,
Praising God and saying, “Glory to God in the highest heaven,
   and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.”
(Luke 2 vs. 13, 14)

Thought for Today: We live in a wondrous world, let us enjoy it, appreciate it and protect it.

Prayer for Today: Heavenly Father, today we give thanks for our worldly blessings and the bountiful lives have through you.

Amen

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