First Christmas Gift

When you hear the bells ringing

on Christmas day,
remember that Christ's love
is never far away.
Think about the time
that he was here on earth
when a single star appeared
to herald his birth.
He came to give us comfort,
and wisdom for each day.
He came to share his heart
and heavenly ways.
He said that God loves us
and hears our every prayer,
and he swore than until
the end of time,
he'd always be there.
We need only seek him
with a heartfelt prayer
to feel the warmth of
of his loving care.
So rejoice this Christmas,
and remember his birth,
the first Christmas gift
sent to every soul on earth.

"First Christmas Gift," written and designed by Bobette Bryan, 2001