From Micah 5:3-5: “Therefore He shall give them up until the time when she who is in labor has brought forth; then the rest of His kindred shall return to the people of Israel. And He shall stand and feed His flock in the strength of the Lord, in the majesty of the name of the Lord His God. And they shall live secure, for now He shall be great to the ends of the earth, and He shall be the one of peace.”
From root of Jesse
Rises spirit of man’s hope
Filling believers with peace
Climbing up faith’s slope
Called to one body
Newborn King shall share His peace
Extending bridges to God
Writing hope’s new lease
As children of God
Blessed be His peacemakers
Filled with Father’s righteous peace
Hope’s new groundbreakers
Future hope muffled
Reconciled through Father’s grace
Reclaiming merciful peace
Bethlehem’s birthplace
Hope’s light filled with peace
Easing burdens of others
Shattering sinful darkness
For every brother
Creation’s spirit
Promise of restoration
Foretaste of peace yet to come
Hope’s new foundation
Another beloved Advent hymn is “What Child is This.” The lyrics were crafted by English hymn writer and poet, William Chatterton Dix, in 1865. In 1871, the tune of a traditional English song, “Greensleeves,” was added to the lyrics. This hymn shares the spirit of peace, forever witnessed in the birth of Jesus Christ, our Savior.
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Advent’s perhaps my favorite season of the year. Your verses capture its feeling wonderfully well.
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Linda, thank you so much for reading and sharing. Of the many church seasons, Advent is my favorite as well. I enjoy writing poetry around the themes of this season. Blessings to you.
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My favorite hymn!
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I like this hymn as well. Many have sung it, but one of my favorites is Vikki Carr.
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“What Child is This” is another favorite of mine, especially the version by Pentatonix. I really like the hope offered by your poem. Hope came and He’s still coming again, with the peace that only He can given. In the meantime, we are the peacemakers.
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Amen! Vickie, your words are a blessing to read. Thanks so much for sharing. I enjoy this hymn as well. I agree that Pentatonix brings a special meaning to the song.
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Eileen, thank you for sharing this Advent poem with your readers. I enjoy writing during this season about its themes. Blessings to you and your family.
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What a wonderful advent poem! It is such a special time of the year!
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Susan, I appreciate your kind words. I enjoy crafting poems around the themes of Advent.
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Lovely.
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Kathy, thank you for reading and sharing your kind words. Blessings of hope, peace, joy, and love to you and Paul during this Advent season.
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Thank you and to you and your family as well❤️
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Thank you for sharing this poem with your readers. Blessings to you and your own blog.
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