As Sarah inches towards that last day, she remembers the people and experiences that have shaped who she has become.  Until her last breath, she will make a joyful noise to the Lord, thankful that her life has mattered, that she had an impact on those around her, and that she left the world a better place.  Knocking on the door of her Father’s home, she will say, “God, Wonderful Counselor, Almighty creator of the heavens and earth, thank you for my life.”

O Lord, Thy Works Are So Grand

You have made the world a beautiful place.

My eyes and ears have seen and heard the stars and thunder.

Your power is seen throughout the universe.

I walk in green woods and forests and hear the birds sing.

I hear bubbling brooks and feel the spirit of the divine wind.

I pray the grandeur of purple mountains will inspire strength.

You sent Your only Son to be born in a lowly manger.

You gave Your only Son to die on a cross for our sins.

You raised Your only Son to walk on water and calm the storm.

As a child of God, He planned my life so that I would not struggle.

As a child of God, He walked beside me, hand in hand.

As a child of God, His blood and body have made me whole.

With shouts of acclamation, Christ will come to take me home.

With joy in my heart, I will bow in humble adoration.

With a love that binds us together, I will say, “O Lord, Thy works are so grand.”

Anna Hartt