The heavens proclaim the glory of God.
The skies display his craftsmanship.
Day after day they continue to speak;
night after night they make him known.
Psalm 19:1-2
As dawn spreads out her golden rays,
She fills the sky with endless praise.
Every morning the sun rises. The time may be early or late, depending on the season. But the sun rises. The skies may be cloudy or clear. But the sun rises. The colors may be vibrant and red, grey and rain laden, or simply orange melting into blue. But the sun rises. And with it, a new day begins.
As glorious as the sun is as it rises each day—bringing light and life to the world—our Heavenly Father is more so. He is the one who crafted the skies, the clouds, the sun, the moon, the stars. From his mouth he spoke the heavenly lights into existence (Genesis 1:14-18). He set them in motion, and he calls the stars by name (Isaiah 40:26). He is the one who gives the sun to light the day (Jeremiah 31:35). He is also the one who gives us Jesus, the Sun of Righteousness, who brings healing, freedom, and joy (Malachi 4:2).
Pause and take time to watch a sunrise today. Consider the early morning light playing on the clouds and the landscape. Listen to the early morning sounds. Notice any scents on the early morning air. What might our Father be speaking to you in this moment?
Praise our Heavenly Father for his glory, his craftsmanship, and his creativity. Praise him for his Son, Jesus, the Sun of Righteousness.
Pray.
Heavenly Father,
You are the Praise Maker.
Teach me how to praise you every day and in every way.
Amen.
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