What a fascinating experience it is to view the sky on a clear, cloudless evening. You can see the stars, galaxies, planets, meteors and arrays such as the Big Dipper. It is often overwhelming and hard to comprehend the vastness of the universe and the order in which things move.
It is amazing to understand that all of this is part of God's spectacular creation. He made it and He controls it. But it is even more amazing to realize that the Creator even cares for us and sent His Son to pay the debt that could make us His.
"When I look at the night sky and see the work of your fingers - the moon and the stars you set in place - what are mere mortals that you should think about them, human beings that you should care for them?" Psalm 8: 3, 4.
If we understand this, then why should we fear? The Almighty Creator can and will take care of us no matter what challenge we may experience.
Several weeks ago, while watching the Sunday morning streaming of Stonebriar Community Church in Texas, I heard a small ensemble of young folks sing a meaningful song which I had never heard before. Then a few weeks later I heard it on the radio and I decided that I needed to find out more about this new song in hopes that I could share it with my readers on this blog.
What I found was that this song was the work of Christian music artists Keith and Kristyn Getty. The Getty's have written and introduced many of the excellent new hymns, like this one, that are being used in churches today. Written in 2020, it was the official music video for "Consider the Stars," the theme song for the documentary motion picture "Against the Tide: Finding God in an Age of Science". The film is an exploration into the evidence showing the complementary relationship between science and faith.
In this song the Gettys encourage us to "consider the stars" and to not be afraid, as the Creator of the universe promises to care for each of us. This is also a call to be bold in our faith, knowing God will be with us as we stand strong against the tide of atheistic misinformation.
Why not take some time this week to view the marvelous universe? Not only will it help you relax, but it should be an important reminder of God's care for you. "He who made all of this says, "You're worth more than this". Holds you in His hands. Do not be afraid."
1. Consider the stars in the sky
Look up and wonder, can you count their number?
Consider the stars in the sky
Umbrella to hide in, a dance floor of heaven
Do not be afraid
Do not be afraid
2. Consider the stars in the sky
When it is darkest they shine out the brightest
Consider the stars in the sky
In every anguish, oh child take courage
Do not be afraid
Do not be afraid
He who made all of this
And who holds all of this
Holds you in His hands
Do not be afraid
Do not be afraid
3. Consider the star in the sky
Diamond in a ring, over thе Child King
Consider the stars in the sky
Grace He had promised, coming to find us
Do not be afraid
Do not be afraid
He who made all of this
Says, "You're worth more than this"
Holds you in His hands
Do not be afraid
Listen to it here. STARS
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