God’s Grandeur
[On the beauty of the South Island of NEW ZEALAND during a visit]
Behold the lofty snow-capped mountains,
Upon shimmering, translucent
Turquoise lakes.
A spectacular panorama
Of unparalleled beauty;
Can 1 visualize God’s grandeur
And not be moved?
Hear the music of the waters,
Sapphire, emerald, mid-night blue
Pale —lime, deep turquoise
Flowing, blending, harmonizing,
Into a symphony of colours
Can I feel its charm
And not be enthralled?
The blue sky and green hills beckon
Wild shrubs of golden Broom
Cascade down hill slopes, filling valleys,
Bewitching Lupins in a riot of pink and purple
Add to the picturesque landscape.
Can I experience such breathtaking loveliness
And not be spellbound?
The chilly, howling wind at night,
The furious waves pounding the shore,
Dashing against rocks,
Flinging far and wide its salty spray,
Striking fear in its turmoil,
Can 1 visualize such power
And not feel awe?
To behold nature in serene beauty
To witness its seething power,
Is to experience the awesome mystery
Of our Almighty God;
Great Creator, nurturing our souls
In contemplation of the wondrous beauty
Of His creation.
Shirley Lau