Christmas Poem

HEAVEN’S GIFT

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

John 3:16

And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS

: for he shall save his people from their sins. Matthew 1:21

For ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that, though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, that ye through his poverty might be made rich.

2 Corinthians 8:9

Oh! The wonder, the majesty of that glorious night!

When Heaven’s star shown so bright!

A little babe lay in a manger still,

Born in time to do His Father’s will.

Was this the One promised of old?

Was this the One the prophets foretold?

Was this the King of glory?

Is this babe the Subject of the gospel story?

Yes! God the Son in humility is born!

In human flesh, but the world met Him with scorn.

The King of kings, the Lord of lords is here;

Yet, sinful mankind didn’t hold Him dear.

Was there room for Him in the inn?

Alas! Sadly no room for Him in the hearts of men!

Why was there no room for Glory’s King?

The One about whom the angels sing.

But is there room for Him in my heart?

Oh, come Lord Jesus and never depart!

My heart’s door is open for Thee to fill;

Make me a channel of blessing to do Thy will.

Oh, Savior to whom shall we go?

The soul’s longing to fully know?

Oh, Lord thou art my satisfying desire!

Come, Heaven’s Gift, set my heart on fire!

Glorious King, thou laid aside Thy crown,

Precious Savior, Thou didst come down.

The gift of heaven has come to earth!

Come, ye people, let us celebrate His birth!

-Gene Griffin