The Trees of the Field Will Clap Their Hands

Posted by Bruce Hausknecht | Oct 18, 2019 | Opinion

The Trees of the Field Will Clap Their Hands

As the seasons change, God’s majesty is revealed in new ways, continually reminding us of Him. That majesty leads us to “join with all nature in manifold witness, to Thy great faithfulness, mercy and love.”

We’ve enjoyed some wonderful fall days here in Colorado, and we thought we’d share the beauty and majesty of God’s handiwork. Enjoy!

Isaiah 55:12: “For you shall go out in joy and be led forth in peace; the mountains and the hills before you shall break forth into singing, and all the trees of the field shall clap their hands.

Ecclesiastes 3:1: For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven.

Psalm 145:5: On the glorious splendor of your majesty, and on your wondrous works, I will meditate.

Romans 1:20: For his invisible attributes, namely, his eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly perceived, ever since the creation of the world, in the things that have been made.

Psalm 96:12: Let the field exult, and everything in it! Then shall all the trees of the forest sing for joy!

All photos by Bruce Hausknecht

About The Author

Bruce Hausknecht

Bruce Hausknecht, J.D., is an attorney who serves as Focus on the Family’s judicial analyst. He is responsible for research and analysis of legal and judicial issues related to Christians and the institution of the family, including First Amendment freedom of religion and free speech issues, judicial activism, marriage, homosexuality and pro-life matters. He also tracks legislation and laws affecting these issues. Prior to joining Focus in 2004, Hausknecht practiced law for 17 years in construction litigation and as an associate general counsel for a large ministry in Virginia. He was also an associate pastor at a church in Colorado Springs for seven years, primarily in worship music ministry. Hausknecht has provided legal analysis and commentary for top media outlets including CNN, ABC News, NBC News, CBS Radio, The New York Times, the Chicago Tribune, The Washington Post, The Washington Times, the Associated Press, the Los Angeles Times, The Wall Street Journal, the Boston Globe and BBC radio. He’s also a regular contributor to The Daily Citizen. He earned a bachelor’s degree in history from the University of Illinois and his J.D. from Northwestern University School of Law. Hausknecht has been married since 1981 and has three adult children, as well as three adorable grandkids. In his free time, Hausknecht loves getting creative with his camera and capturing stunning photographs of his adopted state of Colorado.