I’ve been posting this little poem here at the close of every year for quite a while now. It’s a lovely thought for New Year’s Eve. The excerpt shown above is what most are familiar with; however, the entire poem, entitled “God Knows” is quite inspirational and worth the read. It was written more than … Continued
Now thank we all our Godwith heart and hands and voices,who wondrous things has done,in whom his world rejoices;who from our mothers’ armshas blessed us on our waywith countless gifts of love,and still is ours today. O may this bounteous Godthrough all our life be near us,with ever joyful heartsand blessed peace to cheer us,to … Continued
Wishing you and yours a Blessed Easter!
It’s tradition here to post this excerpt from the wonderful poem penned by Minnie Louise Haskins each December 31st. If you’d like to read the entire thing, scroll down. Wishing you and yours a happy and healthy 2022. God Knows-Minnie Louise Haskins And I said to the man who stood at the gate of the … Continued
“Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. it flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it.” – Unknown Freedom Is Not Free
It’s a tradition here to post this wonderful poem every December 31st. Written more than a century ago by Minnie Louise Haskins, I can’t think of a more appropriate sentiment as we stand on the threshold of the new year. Wishing you and yours good health and happiness in 2021. Though known popularly as “The … Continued
Wishing you and yours a Blessed Christmas! May good health and happiness be yours in the coming year.
Still, still, still,One can hear the falling snow.For all is hushed,The world is sleeping,Holy Star its vigil keeping.Still, still, still,One can hear the falling snow. Sleep, sleep, sleep,‘Tis the eve of our Saviour’s birth.The night is peaceful all around you,Close your eyes,Let sleep surround you.Sleep, sleep, sleep,‘Tis the eve of our Saviour’s birth. Dream, dream, … Continued
Prepare the Royal Highway; the King of kings is near! Let ev’ry hill and valley a level road appear!Then greet the King of glory, foretold in sacred story:O blest is He who camein God the Father’s name! Lyrics – Franz Mikael Franzen
The advent of our KingOur prayers must now employ,And we must hymns of welcome singIn strains of holy joy.Rejoice, rejoice, rejoice give thanks and sing. “The Advent of Our King” – lyrics by Charles Coffin
Wishing you and yours a very happy holiday. I also want to take this opportunity to extend my thanks to all of you who have stood by The Christian Gift during this difficult year. It is deeply appreciated. With gratitude,Rebecca
Amen to that! Hallelujah is our song!