Christmas Night
Carols sung by Cathedral choirs
About the Christ child in Bethlehem
On Christmas Eve night
Rejoicing in birth of our Lord Jesus Christ
From Nazareth to Bethlehem Mary and Joseph came
No rooms at the inn did they find for a home
So the story goes and of the same mind
Mary and Joseph the stable did find
Resigned were they to this fate so decreed?
The stable was offered to fulfill their needs
A babe was born to mother Mary, mother mild
Of the one and only Holy Spirit above
Destined to be Jesus the Christ child
Born into the world to take away our sins
Visited by the shepherds and three kings
All bearing their gifts
Of gold of frankincense and of myrrh
Glory be to God this night
George L. Ellison is a writer of poetry and short stories. He as published two books called Poetic Reminiscences and Weaving Words. George lives with his wife and dogs in Chester-Le-Street, County Durham in England. He is a member of The Writers and Poetry Alliance. He is currently working on his new project as well as learning to play the saxophone at the Sage Gateshead!
Thank you, Jack Horne, for the following comment--
ReplyDeletelovely Christmas poem
I'm pleased you liked it Jack thanks for reading and replying
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What a joy it is to write and testify of Christ, a joy not only for ones self but for those who read it. Your poem was no less significant for me as I thoroughly enjoyed it. My whole of life is to keep my focus on Him Thank you for helping me do that. A lovely poem that can be read all year..
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I'm pleased you enjoyed reading my poem Charlene you can indeed read my poem any time you like !
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George
Such an uplifting poem, George. It beautifully describes how Christ entered our world to save mankind. This is the true meaning of Christmas, a celebration of our Savior. Keep those choirs singing as the joyful night approaches. Merry Christmas, Carolyn Devonshire
ReplyDeleteThank Carolyn for reading and replying and for your kind comments they are very much appreciated
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George
"For unto us a child is born...." Thank you for sharing this enlightening and gracious poem, George. I truly enjoyed it.
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This k you Maurice for taking the time to read and reply with your thoughts on my poem your kind comments are very much appreciated
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Hello George,
ReplyDeleteYour poem reminds me of songs I sang as a child. This tells me You are a gifted artist.
Beautiful and uplifting.
Thanks for sharing.
Shirley Smothers
Nice memories to have Shirley I'm pleased you enjoyed the poem so.much thank you for your kind comments they are very much appreciated
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George