‘Tis the weeks before Christmas and all through our home
You can recognize the season wherever you roam
There are lights that twinkle on each shrub and tree
And our seasonal doorbell plays carols with glee
There are decorations on the mailbox and a wreath on the door
And upon entering the house there is more in store
The stockings are hung on the chimney with care
While the aroma of ginger and cider fill the air
An angel stands tall atop an elaborately decked tree
Where underneath lay packages for all to see
Nativity figures are placed on the fireplace mantle
While playing softly in the background is “The Messiah”, by Handel
This may seem to others like much to do for merely one season
After all, it takes thought, planning, preparation, and reason
I want to be certain the season is filled with “good cheer”
Since Christmas is only celebrated one time each year
Only one time a year? Oh, what have I done?
I’ve focused my Christmas efforts on mere activity and fun
Christmas is meant to be celebrated January through December
And we do so when we choose to take time to remember
The most precious gift: Jesus, sent from heaven above
Born of a virgin, a gift of God’s love
Sent here to earth to save men from sin
Resulting in new life found only in Him
In honor of the gift of Jesus this season
I will celebrate Christmas with purpose and reason
While I will still enjoy carols, eggnog, and good tidings
I will delight in Christ Jesus through intimate abiding
I will invite Him to rule in my heart and mind each day
While intentionally sharing His truth along the way
“Merry Christmas” to all, may they come to know Him
Our precious Lord Jesus, the Savior of all men