My Simple Hymn of Praise

When life's bourne becomes rocky and I suffer dreary days,
To the One above, I'll lift my simple hymn of praise.
For He knows my every need and takes me by the hands;
I place my hope and trust in Him, for He truly understands!

When upon the grandeur of this His earth I gaze,
To Him I lift my humble, simple hymn of praise.
For the splendor of celestial lights in the universe above,
To Him I sing my hymn of praise for His unceasing love!

I sing my hymn of thankful praise to the Immortal One,
Who sacrificed for this mortal His only begotten Son.
His promise of forgiveness when things are looking grim,
Is so reassuring for those who place their trust in Him!

I thank Him for this magnificent land in which I live,
And for family and friends and the love they freely give.
To those who sacrificed for the freedoms I hold so dear,
I lift my hymn of praise to You, dear Lord whom I so revere!

For You Who bestows unmerited graces on me in many ways,
I shall ever sing my thankful hymn of praise.
To the forgiving and compassionate Creator I'll ever raise,
To You, Eternal God, this my hymn of grateful praise!

Entry for Robert James Liguori's "Song Of Praise" Contest
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Romios Avatar
October 21, 2022 at 10:52 AM
Sorry, I never saw this until today. Congratulations. I don’t read winners of contests, Robert, I am glad though to be next to Connie’s comment! She took her Faves to heaven with her Huggs, Pangie
Hinshaw Avatar
October 21, 2022 at 11:20 AM
Thank you, Pangie. Now if only someone will put it to music - ha! Bob H
Marcum Wong Avatar
July 17, 2022 at 10:32 PM
I missed seeing this beautiful winning poem Robert. Congratulations. I am so pleased you were given first place. This poem is a Fave for me my friend. Exquisite! I love every line. Blessings xxoo
Hinshaw Avatar
July 18, 2022 at 6:24 AM
Thank you so much, Connie. I'm honored you consider it a fave. I hope it gave you encouragement for the challenges you are facing. Bob
Kauffman Avatar
March 2, 2022 at 10:52 AM
Bob, congratulations on your win. There is a grandeur in the simplicity of your words and an elegance of expression. Sending you blessings!
Wolf Avatar
February 20, 2022 at 7:39 PM
Written and sung straight from the heart, Bob. Very, very moving! Huzzah, Gershon
Hinshaw Avatar
February 21, 2022 at 9:30 AM
Thank you, Gershon. I cherish your gracious comments. Press on with your always top notch verse! - Bob H
Horn Avatar
February 13, 2022 at 5:33 AM
Outstanding sentimental poem from a PS USAF person. Horn Olympics Haiku Olympics theme song; When I would have a hammer, This was what we need. James Thesarious Hilarious James Horn Hope this will humor you and USA ends up with a clean sweep.
Hinshaw Avatar
February 21, 2022 at 9:29 AM
Thank you, Jim. Best to you as you continue your poetical journey - Bob H
Laurie Avatar
February 10, 2022 at 3:28 PM
Hello Bob ... a strong rendition of your song of praise and communication - thank you Bob - I trust you are keeping safe Bob - Lindsay
Hinshaw Avatar
February 10, 2022 at 4:25 PM
I appreciate your kind comments, Lindsay. Hope all is well at your house. Take good care, mate - Bob H
Cunningham Avatar
February 9, 2022 at 3:39 PM
A wonderful lyric of gratitude and praise Robert, best of luck in the contest, hope you are keeping well. Tom
Hinshaw Avatar
February 9, 2022 at 4:59 PM
Thank you so much, Tom, for your kind comments. All OK here with me but cold and snowy in Colorado!
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