Standing Around the Tree

We stand around this tree of evergreen,
A family tradition, a wonderful scene.
Pulling out the garland and orbs so bright,
The tree is trimmed and topped with a star of light.

We recall the time long ago,
We rejoice in what we know.
Jesus came down in manger of low estate,
He came on a cold and bitter night, so late.

The tree is a symbol of His undying love,
And He came down from Heaven above.
Faithful He will be forever more,
By His cradle we will come and adore.

We stand and look upon the cross,
Knowing what He did came at great cost.
The tree, where precious was the flow,
Take me there, so that I may know.

No Room For Him

Joseph and Mary seek shelter from the cold and dark,

After on this long journey they did embark.

From inn to inn, they sought shelter that night,

But no innkeeper could this king invite.

Are you like the innkeeper that had no room?

Are you unaware of your impending doom?

Our Lord and King came to us in a stable,

Will you choose to let Him in, if you are able?

The time has passed and He seeks shelter in our hearts,

That is where His salvation power starts.

He came from the stable and traveled to the cross,

He came so that we would not suffer eternal loss.

He knocks upon your heart’s door,

He wants to know you forever more.

Come to the door and let Him enter in,

And cleanse your heart from sin.

Listen Closely

Listen closely and you will hear,
Angelic voices of joy and cheer.
On a night long ago, in Bethelhem,
We heard the great news of Him.

Listen closely and you will hear,
A message of joy and not of fear.
For He was born to save us then,
When we were deep in sin.

Listen closely and you will hear,
And you will enjoy what you hold dear.
For in the quiet of that night,
We were given a Great Light.

Listen closely and you will hear,
A message of love and cheer.
For love came in this child,
And lo, in this manger mild.