Christian poem 'A LESSON TO LEARN, CHRISTMAS 2007' by Stan Arney (Christart.com)

A LESSON TO LEARN, CHRISTMAS 2007
by Stan Arney © 2007

At this time of year, we look inwardly for some guidance
We ask God to reveal to us the true essence
One aspect the birth of Christ, was to give to each
A pure and simple lesson to learn and to teach

We are to love each other, in fact to love everyone
In the Bible it's written, by God's Word it should be done
To treat each encounter, as though it was Jesus himself
Which can be a scary thought, if I do say so myself

We are to embrace our enemies and to judge no one
To guide all lost sheep to God's one and only Son
To have compassion with all who may need our aid
Seek no Earthly reward, but in Heaven we'll be repaid

Be a "Good Samaritan", and a light for all to see
For you were chosen by Jesus, before the world to be
Let your actions speak louder, than the words you say
Bless all those who curse you, and for their souls pray

Touch lives in a positive way, and you shall succeed
God will place in your heart, how you may fill each need
Jesus was sent to our world not to be served, but to serve
As His light unto this world, this example we must preserve

So as your thoughts this Christmas season begin to churn
I pray I have presented you with a true lesson to learn
The model for secretly giving was written long ago
Twas written in the Bible, I thought you should know.

Please contact Stan Arney at "poeticgent99@yahoo.com" to request permission to use this poem.

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