The purest light from Heaven descended as a child,
And all angelic hosts above proclaimed man reconciled.
"Peace on earth, good will to men--Glory to God on high!"
The angel choir resounded praise that filled the starry sky.
Christ was born in Bethlehem--the long-awaited King;
Their anthem swelled to fill the air, glad praises they did sing.
Shepherds watching flocks by night, enthralled by Heaven's song,
Were captivated by the sight of this angelic throng.
Hastily they made their path to welcome our new king;
The Light and Hope of all the world--salvation He would bring.
By the hay-filled throne they knelt amazed and filled with awe
Of all their eyes had witnessed there--grand miracles they saw.
They left their sanctuary forevermore transformed,
Reflecting there amongst themselves how they were strangely warmed.
This light from God filled their hearts, transcending human joy,
And oh the hope that God had wrapped up in this baby boy.
Good news--"The Light's finally come!"--the shepherds they did cry.
They ran to share the blessed news--
"Salvation draweth nigh!"
Copyrighted by Linda J. Stevenson.
For permission to use, please contact: Ljstevenson1@juno.com
FAMILY MUSIC RESOURCES: www.MaryRiceHopkins.com
About Me
- LINDA
- I was born in the naval port of Norfolk, Virginia, the daughter of a US Navy Master Chief. With the exception of 1 year living in Boston, Mass.,and two years in Hanau, Germany, I have lived in the historic state of Virginia all my life. I now reside in the beautiful Roanoke Valley. Though raised in a Christian home, I was in my early 20’s before making a commitment of my life to Christ. Since then I have spent many years in full-time ministry. I am currently employed as an accountant with a Christian child care center in Roanoke and also serve as the Office Manager and Scheduling Coordinator for singer and songwriter Mary Rice Hopkins who resides in California.
