• A child was born in Bethlehem
    many years ago.
    In a small and humble stable,
    (there was no place else to go).

    Above the little manger shown
    the Star of Bethlehem.
    Sparkling like a diamond rare,
    a bright and shining gem.

    It kept a lonely vigil there
    in the midnight sky.
    Like a beacon to the world
    and every passer-by.

    From Heaven’s stately mansions came
    Angels singing praise.
    Announcing His arrival
    as on Him they did gaze.



    Then appearing to the shepherds
    who were frightened at the sight.
    Proclaiming the good tidings of
    The Savior’s birth that night.

    And testifying to the world
    of His calling so divine.
    That we would hear His teachings
    and believe on every line.

    Many faithful people came
    in haste from miles around.
    They knelt in awe and wonder when
    the Christ Child they had found.

    The rich, the poor, the curious,
    the healthy and the lame.
    Shepherds, Kings and Wise men,
    from every land they came.

    To see this precious miracle
    and worship at His side.
    That they might feel His spirit
    and with Him, might abide.

    Gifts they brought from every land,
    gold, frankincense and myrrh.
    In honor of The Christ Child,
    an event beyond compare.

    They knelt in silent reverence
    knowing not what lay in store.
    But trusting in the promise of
    true peace forever more.


    Christmases have come and gone
    since this miracle occurred.
    Each time we’ve knelt in solemn prayer
    in remembrance of our Lord.

    We’ve celebrated this event
    in oh so many ways.
    We honor Him with dignity
    in song and verse and praise.

    Carols, presents and Christmas trees,
    traditions we all love.
    But the birth of our dear Savior
    transcends all else above.



    When giving gifts to those we love
    it is good that we recall,
    that the love of our Redeemer
    is the greatest gift of all.