Rainbow World

Sometimes our world is black and white—midnight, starless black,
storm-cloud black, winter-sea black, the black of despair, hunger, death.

Snowstorm white, foggy-day white, midday-sunlight white, the empty white of loneliness, the burning white of panic or pain.

God's world is a rainbow world, a joyful spectrum:

Poppy-red of candy apples, joy and laughter—life-blood red.

Glowing orange of sunsets, of a monarch butterfly’s wing, the golden moments of worship and prayer.

Heart-cheering yellow of sunshine and sunflowers, of butter and lemon drops, the warm yellow of contentment that comes with family, friends, and those who care.

Leafy green of just-mowed lawns and majestic pines, a green world with clean water, fresh air, healthy creatures.

Clear sky-blue of sparkling lakes and babies' eyes, a blue world of adventure, anticipation, and peace.

Purple world of hidden violets and distant mountains, the purple of royal robes and majesty on a donkey, of wine with bread.

In our black and white world it is hard to believe in the rainbow.

In God's world we are dazzled by light and color.
Come to the rainbow world.

Prayer:

Be with us in our black and white lives. Lead us to your rainbow blessings.
Keep us mindful that we are your colors in the world. Bless our work as we love
and serve others through our daily lives.

In the name of Jesus, our friend, our guide, and our hope.
Amen.