The Birthday of a Baby King

THE BIRTHDAY OF A BABY KING 

Fairy stars twinkling in the sky so high

Banishing the dark clouds, who leave with a sigh

Lacy snowflakes form a white cloak over the earth

In readiness for a miraculous and heaven sent birth.


A baby King born in Bethlehem

Not for him opulence, jewels nor even a diadem

But a roadway strewn with thorns along the way

God’s only son, Jesus born in a lowly stable to-day.


In manger of straw, lowly born, so few clothes to keep him warm

Mary and Joseph sheltering from life’s storm

This new born baby is God’s gift to mankind

In the hope that the world peace, hope and love will find.


Some Shepherds left their flocks that night

They had to see for themselves this heavenly sight

Three Wise Men, riding on camel back, sages of their day

Gave gold, frankincense and myrrh away.



The brightest star in heaven shone out so bright

Over all of Bethlehem it shed its light that night

Angels played their harpsichords in joy

To celebrate the Christmas birth of this special little boy.



Little Donkey stood quietly by the lowly manger

To nuzzle and protect the new born baby from danger

Cows and sheep their watch did keep

Keeping quiet as Baby Jesus was fast asleep.



God’s promised Son was born this night

The choirs of Angels were a joyous sight

Peace Joy –and hope; the whole world rejoices

Its Christmas Day – let’s celebrate with happy voices.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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