As December began, it was most natural to think "let's get ready for the season" or "let's get into the Christmas mood". But what IS the Christmas mood? Snow? Gifts? Parties? Love, kindness and being nice? Santa?!
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=0csGr_krOX8
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, dream,
Of the joyous day to come.
While guardian angels without number,
Watch you as you sweetly slumber.
Dream, dream, dream,
Of the joyous day to come.
This song seems to me more silent than "Silent Night", and it reminds me to be 'still' in the days leading up to Christmas - to remember the real reason for the season. That Christ came to show us the way (to eternal life), pave the way (by taking our place on the cross), and at the end of journey, He will be coming for us again. We don't merely *dream* of the joyous day to come; we *know* it will come. I'm comforted, in this season, that Christmas isn't just another holiday that comes and goes, but a remembrance of a beautiful and very real hope.
(Well, this song also doubles up as a sleeping charm for the hubs, what with "Sleep, sleep, sleep" and "Dream, dream, dream". )
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