For Every Blessing

For every tender kindness
And blessing from above,
For every gift of goodness
That shows Your perfect love,

For every timely answer
That shows You hear my prayer,
For every special blessing
That helps me see You’re there,

For every wise direction
That keeps me far from sin,
For guiding by Your Spirit
Who lives and works within,

For giving me the Bible
To teach what’s true and right,
For every word of promise
That gives me strength and light,

For sending Christ my Savior
To face the cross for me,
For giving me salvation
Eternal, full, and free,

For loved ones and for friendships,
For church and all we share,
For giving me the gospel
To scatter everywhere,

For beauty in creation
That shows Your strength and skill,
For keeping and sustaining
According to Your will,

For telling me of heaven
And endless life above,
For all that You’re preparing
To show Your perfect love,

For all of these, dear Father,
And so much more I raise
A heart of love and worship
That brings this thankful praise.

Christina Joy Hommes

This poem is part of Summer for the Soul a 14-day spiritual “devo-cation” that will refresh and encourage your heart. Get a copy to read or share here