Child in a Manger

Child in a manger born, lies in a cattle stall

Safely he’s sleeping, Mary is keeping

Close beside her baby so small.

 

Angels watch over him, softly their praises sing.

Voices ascending, joy never-ending

Glory be to Jesus the king.

 

And God in the heavens above,

Looks down with a heart full of love.

 

Leaving their flocks behind, Shepherds have come to find,

Jesus the Saviour, Lord of the ages

Here within the stable tonight.

 

And God in the heavens above,

Looks down with a heart full of love.

 

Wise men from far and wide, kneel at the baby’s side,

Gazing in wonder, praising the son who

Came to Earth to lay down his life.

 

And God in the heavens above,

Looks down with a heart full of love.

 

Child in a manger born, I want to know you more,

Know you are near me, love you more dearly

Jesus, my Lord.

 

 

PHOTO NOTE:

The old barn really is in Tasmania where I photographed it. Around it I have placed selections from Christmas card images to tell the story of the first Holy Night.

 

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