A Christmas Carol
Oh blessed of days that did break! When God appeared in form of man, To suffer worldly scorn for love’s sake How shall we celebrate your breaking? He left lofty throne and palace above, To wear our very human frailty, And bear the pains of abject penury; That He may cheer a gloomy world. How shall we celebrate Your Name? Oh creator God turned creature, To bear the affliction of Your creation, Rejected, despised and reviled by same; And yet turn not from bitter cup to drink Nor bid Your just vengeance to rise, But looking through Mercy’s eyes, Did forgive all with bountiful love. Clap for joy all you verdant creation. Mosses and giant oaks, sway in dance! He who in brilliant green did cloak you, In humble form comes to play in your shade, And your perishable fruit with relish to eat. Sing out you sullied streams of the land! Who with crystal clear waters filled you, Comes now to wash and cleanse you again. Rejoice you p