I Hear the Master Speak

In the song of birds at the break of day,
In the quiet hush before work and play,
In the early morn as I kneel and pray--
    I HEAR THE MASTER SPEAK!

In the budding life of a flowering seed,
In a hand outstretched in a time of need,
In a friendly smile and a thoughtful deed --
    I HEAR THE MASTER SPEAK!

In the fragile beauty of a butterfly,
In the strength of mountains towering high,
In the crimson glow of the evening sky --
    I HEAR THE MASTER SPEAK!

In the merry song of a silver brook,
In the peacefulness of a shady nook,
In a chapter read from God's Holy Book --
    I HEAR THE MASTER SPEAK!

                 ~ Beverly J. Anderson