We Lift Up Our God Poem by Reason A. Poteet

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We lift up our eyes to the One whose throne is in heaven,
The eyes of slaves looking to the face of the Master,
Eyes searching for our Creator.
And He uncovers his will and his way.

We lift up our ears to the One whose home is within us,
The ears of students listening for a call from the Teacher,
Ears straining to hear the voice of the Spirit.
And He tells us of help and hope.

We lift up our souls to the One who forgives and heals,
The souls of sinners begging for a Physician,
Souls shifting from doubt to trust in Jesus.
And He reveals light and life.

We lift up our hands to the One whose hands were pierced,
The hands of surrender raising to honor the Victor,
Hands stretching up to God in commitment to Christ.
And He gives us peace and purpose.

We lift up our voices to the One who alone is worthy,
The voice of the saved praising their Savior.
Voices shouting, “Thank You! ” to the Almighty One.
And He welcomes us with grace and glory.

Read the Psalm of Ascent, Psalm 123