A Prayer about Seeing God in Creation

Majestic Creator,

In these sweet days of September, 

open our eyes and ears 

to hear your eloquent creation 

calling out to us.

Though marred by the fall 

and groaning for your return, 

the heavens still declare your glory, 

the skies always proclaim your handiwork (Psalm 19:1). 

The birds of the air and the lilies of the field 

have a message for us from you—

“I created you, and I will take care of you (Matthew 6:26-31). 

I laid the foundations of the earth, 

and I laid the foundations of faith in our hearts. 

I created the morning stars that sang together, 

and I formed the voices of the children of God 

that shout for joy” (Job 38:4-7). 

Oh,Creator God, we could go on and on, 

and I pray that we do, 

that we get outdoors today 

and take a good look at your creation. 

As we do, how can we keep from praising you 

for your majesty and mercy, 

your creativity and care?

In the name of creation’s Redeemer we pray. Amen.

Read Psalm 19:1; Job 38; Matthew 6:26-31.