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Reading: Genesis 1 Reflection: I was 15 years old, sitting in the woods, reflecting on what I was seeing when I wrote this poem about creation: Beyond the trees so lovely, The little birdie sings As he watches the daybreak Fluttering his wings. God has painted a picture For all of us to buy Not with money or words But only if we try. I also recently found this poem that I wrote. I’m not sure when or why, but it also speaks of God’s creation: At the start there was nothing Except for God, who was the king God said let there be no more void So, suddenly light was employed The heavens next were in the sky But we don’t really know why Then next came plants, the moon, and stars But it would be centuries before we’d have cars Leviathan swam in the big blue sea On the earth roamed the animals and the bumble bee With all this stuff God had a plan God decided to create man But man was lonely, he needed a mate Woman came to procreate God created and now we say Let’s take care of it every day! Creation is meant to be enjoyed. In this first chapter of Genesis, we see God creating and saying, “It is good.” We are to enjoy our surroundings today and everyday. God’s Word is also like creation. We should enjoy it each and every day. Sometimes, like gnats and flies and other pieces of God’s creation, we may not totally understand scripture. But, we should look to God in everything. What a comforting thought to help us as we celebrate not only creation but God’s living Word. --Chad Hershberger, Camp Mount Luther Director Closing: Pray the following prayer. Lord, may your Spirit be my guide as I celebrate and take care of your creation. Thank you for all you have made for me. You are good all the time! Amen.
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Freaces Blatchley
4/4/2013 03:56:32 am
Sounds like reflections of morning watch.
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Frances
4/4/2013 03:57:45 am
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Chad Hershberger
4/4/2013 08:37:31 am
You might be right, Fran. I know the first one was written during morning watch, I believe at Christmas Pines. I'm still not sure about the second one.
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