Christmas thoughts how pure and sweet, Christmas joys how fair! Oh, the mysteries, we meet, Smiles are everywhere. Gifts are found in cosy nooks Never sought before, Precious gems in toys and books Hide behind the door. Pleasant wishes finely wrought In the simplest way, Into trophies Santa brought In his magic sleigh; Bid the tender heart expand At a treasure found, Fashioned by affection’s hand And by mercy crowned. Christmas thoughts they give delight While with care we cope, Brightening the darkest night With the star of hope. Oh, when earth friends are so dear, Earthly joys so sweet, Then indeed is heaven near, Life itself complete. Christmas thoughts what jewels rare, On the soul’s white shrine; Beautiful beyond compare, Sent by Love Divine. But the greatest gift of all Comes that happy day When we hear the Saviour call:— “Trust me and obey. |