This too Marvelous for Words

~ By Mary Oliver

Truly, we live with mysteries too marvelous

            to be understood.

How grass can be nourishing in the

mouths of the lambs.

How rivers and stones are forever

            in allegiance with gravity

                        while we ourselves dream of rising.

How two hands touch and the bonds will

            never be broken.

How people come, from delight or the

            scars of damage,

to the comfort of a poem.

Let me keep my distance, always, from those

            who think they have the answers.

Let me keep company always with those who say

            “Look!” and laugh in astonishment,

            and bow their heads.

Friends, this week may you look in astonishment at God’s creation. May you find open space in your faith to ask questions and wonder. May you, above all, find yourself in the very center of God’s heart.

Blessings,

Pastor Amy