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have always loved looking at the stars ever
since childhood. It has been one of the great pleasures of living in the
country. It is so delightful to be able to walk into my backyard in the
evening and gaze up at them all. In recent years, however, I had
forgotten just how spectacular the night sky could be. The dawn lights
along the road where I live kept all but the brightest stars from
shining through. At night I could see only the moon and a few dozen
stars from my home.
The other evening, though, while I was picking my
daughter up I found myself on a small farm far from the dawn lights, car
lights, and building lights. It was then that I felt a gentle urge in my
mind to look up at the clear, night sky. The sight was so glorious that
I could feel my heart swelling with joy. There was no moon, but the
stars were everywhere. The entire sky was filled with them. Thousands
upon thousands of them were glowing and shining with happiness. It was
so bright and beautiful that I could even see the frosted grass on the
ground sparkling in the light. This was the night sky the way God had
created it. This was the night sky that our ancestors had gazed upon for
thousands of years. Under this wondrous blanket of light I felt covered
with God’s love. I was as comfortable, safe, and happy as a child tucked
in their bed at night, and even with a cold, wintry wind blowing across
my face my soul still felt warm. All that I could do was look at those
glowing stars, smile, and thank God for giving me a chance to live in a
world of such beauty, such joy, and such love.
God loves us all so much. He created this glorious
world for us to live in, to grow in, to learn in, and to love in. Take
the time to enjoy it, cherish it, and care for it. Take the time to walk
in the woods, swim in the ocean, and look up at the stars. Take the time
to feel God’s love flowing through it all and through yourself as well. |
