Heavenly Handiwork

A few nights ago I was awoken from my sleep at exactly 2:12 AM. I like complete silence, except for the quiet hum of a fan when I am sleeping. Otherwise I tend to hear every little sound. This particular night as I was sleeping, I suddenly heard the soft, furry feet of my dog rustling and wandering around at the foot of my bed. Ordinarily he sleeps in his comfy bed in the hallway. He used to sleep in our room years ago, that is until he began snoring; so now he sleeps in the hall. My dog is a beagle, which is a relative of the hound dog;

and so it seems that his nose had gone into overtime. I’m assuming he got a whiff of coyotes going by. The scent must have drifted in through my bedroom window and out into the hall where it caught his attention. Soon he was standing below my window inhaling very loudly. I went to calm him and put him back to bed, but then thought I should take him outside for a quick break first. Knowing there may be coyotes nearby I put his leash on so he couldn't wander away from my side. I took him into the backyard and stood there waiting for him in the pitch black night. I glanced up into the sky and saw a million little lights twinkling above me. It was absolutely beautiful and comforting too. The sky was perfectly clear and the night was still, except for me and my dog. As I stood there gazing at the stars I was given the amazing reminder that our God never sleeps. He is always watching over me and protecting me. He even left a million breath-taking nightlights on for me that night. I feel very blessed to have witnessed such an awesome part of creation that I usually sleep right through.

Thank you God for getting me out of bed to enjoy your heavenly handiwork and for reminding me that I am safe in you continual care.

Psalm 19:1, The heavens declare the glory of God; the sky displays his handiwork.

Psalm 4:8, I will lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety.