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 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 wise men 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.”
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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