Contemplating (Vol 1 No 52)
Contemplating beauty in and all around us -
If, beholding all there is, we look where God might be,
We shall see such magic shining there before us,
God’s incarnation through eternity.
Contemplating pleasure - Each exciting venture
Can give life a thrilling edge, some fascinating glee;
In delight, amusement, we should feel no censure;
We, in enjoyment, taste God’s ecstasy.
Contemplating goodness - that which nurtures mercy -
In forgiveness, we receive and we can also give
Life and hope to pris’ners, those who feel quite empty;
With love, acceptance, they have strength to live.
Contemplating kindness – that on which we blossom -
Building mutuality creates its own reward;
Gen’rous deeds and blessings make us feel most welcome;
God is uncovered, and is thus adored.
In our contemplation, hushed into a stillness,
Peace is known and love is grown with such serenity;
Contemplating beauty, pleasure, goodness, kindness,
We are engulfed in God’s tranquility.
Tune Nicea AHB 65(i) TiS 132
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