I Hear God

I HEAR GOD I hear the raucous scolding of the jay as the neighbor's cat wanders into our yard – and I hear God I hear the delightful squeals of children in the playground spinning furiously on the merry-go-round – and I hear God I hear the rumble of thunder preceding the approaching summer shower – and I hear God I listen as the raindrops play a staccato on the window pane – and I hear God I sit and listen after the rain has passed, and hear the gentle sighing of the wind in the pines – and I hear God I walk on the seashore late in the evening and hear the soothing splash of the waves as they break ceaselessly on the the beach – and I hear God I hear the soft, rhythmic sounds of my wife's breathing as she lies sleeping next to me – and I hear God I hear the words of a much loved hymn being sung by the choir – and I hear God I hear the still small voice whispering words of love and encouragement in my heart – and I hear God God is all around us – Do you hear Him?