Sovereign Lord of Creation, who
Drapes morning mist across the hillsides,
Paints the dawn with ever-changing hues, and
Scatters sparkling crystals of dew on grass and flower,
I worship you with incredulous wonder.
Sovereign Lord of Salvation, who
Gave your precious Son, the King of kings,
To die a cruel, criminal’s death for my sin, and
Provide the way of eternal life,
I worship you with overflowing gratitude.
Sovereign Lord, who
Now considers me righteous,
Making possible an intimate relationship with you, and
Granting perfect peace and effervescent joy,
I worship you with a humbled spirit.
(Detail from The Return of the Prodigal Son
by Rembrandt)
Sovereign Lord of Affection, who
Mercifully withholds the punishment I deserve,
Graciously bestows blessings I have not earned, and
Carries me close to your heart,
I worship you with overwhelming love.
Sovereign Lord of Revelation, who
Gave us your timeless, trustworthy Word, that
Offers infallible wisdom, inspired instruction, and
Encouraging promises to lead us and lift us,
I want to worship you with my obedience.
Sovereign Lord of Transformation, who
Actively pursues my best interest,
To mold me into the image of Jesus
With ever-increasing splendor,
I want to worship you with my submission.
Sovereign Lord of Distinction,
There is no one like you.
Your greatness is beyond human comprehension.
I stand in awe of your splendor and majesty, and
I worship you with all that is within me.
(Revelation 17:14; Philippians 2:8; Romans 5:17; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Revelation 3:20; Romans 14:17; Micah 7:18; John 1:16; Isaiah 40:11; Psalm 119:160, 130, 50; Romans 8:26-29; 2 Corinthians 3:18; Psalm 145:1-5.)
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(Reblogged from June 18, 2015 while we enjoy another visit from our younger son and daughter-in-love.)
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