Nature’s Renewal

Natural beauty surrounds,
we pause in wonder. . .
God’s grace abounds
in a world torn asunder.
We need  renewing.

I wrote this poem after taking a walk in our local park, surrounded by a green canopy and clear blue skies. This past year, amidst the Covid 19 pandemic I have taken to the woods to get exercise and find renewal. In the beginning it was mostly just me walking and having my little soliloquies as I call them, with God. Even singing songs of praise. Now, most of the time friends walk with and we constantly see new and wondrous sights as nature unfolds around us. I’ve seen the tender buds of Spring, the lush greenery of summer and eagerly await the crisp colors of autumn. I’ve found God’s green canopy refreshing and a gentle reminder that He is in control for all Seasons.

My historical inspiration novel that I am editing these days also deals with 3 generations of a family and the seasons of their lives. The Trevellians persevere in the midst of war and personal tragedies. I think that is what God would have us do in the face of our own trials and tribulations during this pandemic.

I pray you find God’s renewal as you walk each day amidst the strife we all face right now, whether it be in prayer, song, contemplation, walking under a green canopy somewhere or talking to others.