Christmas Weary shepherds sat in silence As they watched their flocks that night. Not suspecting that God’s timing For Messiah was just right! That the special birth of Jesus Would unfold in yonder stall, Giving earth a gift so precious Sent to lift man from the fall. The shattered sky shone forth in brilliance-- By a star with splendor grand! And an angel gently whispered “Fear not, peace is sent to man”. Then a choir of angels gathered “Glory unto God above, Who has sent to earth this blessing Unto man His peace and love”. “You will find Him in a manager, Lying there upon the hay.” Excitedly, they left all-- With no thought of the sheep that lay All alone without a shepherd In the field that Holy Night, There enveloped by the brilliance Of that very special light! And the lowly shepherds found Him As they came to David’s town. They in reverence gently bowed down To this one who wore God’s crown. Did their hearts not sense a mystery As they viewed the sacred scene? For this Babe so sweet and gentle Was God’s Son of high esteem! Magnificent Simplicity Fathomless Rich Mysteries Extravagant Generosity The Angel’s Words…Reality Maxine Tolbert Trigleth