Sunrise in the mountains, Molten copper sky. Light from Heaven’s herald Brings the day alive. And seeing this creation – It makes me catch my breath. Never take for granted This life in which we’re blessed. So thank you, God, I thank You – For smells and sounds and sights, As blackness fades to purple, And morning follows night. – Rose, Elephant Butte, NM

Until You Come There’s a longing deep within, That only You can fill. And a hunger in my heart – Won’t stop until You come. And I’m glad – so glad it’s there Because it leads me to Your door. I’m thankful for its call, With You there’s always more. ‘There’s a restless looking up, With hope Your face I’ll see. I have this promised dream – Won’t stop until You come. And I’m glad – so glad it’s there Because it leads me to Your feet. I’m thankful for desire, In You redemption’s sweet. There’s a wonder in my soul, With awe and burning fire; A never-ending reach, Won’t…