Nativity – The Donkey
By Larry Linville
The journey had been quite a quest
with little time to stop and rest.
A precious cargo on my back
and now we’re in this little shack.
I was told she would birth a king
but I don’t understand this thing.
A king should in a palace be
not with some animals like me.
I sat beside the mom and child
and when I looked at him I smiled.
I had carried them all the way
so he could be born on this day.
I carried the Lord, it is true
and through your life he’ll carry you.
Although I lived so long ago
I feel my efforts help you grow.
Of all donkeys to give the ride
I celebrate with greatest pride.
Next time you hear a donkey bray
remember it’s our way to pray
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Friday, November 30, 2007
Thursday, November 29, 2007
Nativity -- The Cat and the Dog
Nativity – The Cat and the Dog
By Larry Linville
The cat and the dog ran down to the barn
to learn more about some new baby yarn.
The inn was full and folks were turned away
but some poor folks in the barn had to stay.
A new born boy was tucked in a manger
and they wanted to see this new stranger.
They entered the stall and looked all around
and tiptoed in so they’d not make a sound.
The new baby slept so calmly inside
while his parents looked on with greatest pride.
The dog licked the hands so dainty and small
as the cat cuddled warmly like a ball
They guarded this place just like a sentry
to give protection with each new entry.
So the cat and the dog who used to fight
cooperated on that Christmas night.
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By Larry Linville
The cat and the dog ran down to the barn
to learn more about some new baby yarn.
The inn was full and folks were turned away
but some poor folks in the barn had to stay.
A new born boy was tucked in a manger
and they wanted to see this new stranger.
They entered the stall and looked all around
and tiptoed in so they’d not make a sound.
The new baby slept so calmly inside
while his parents looked on with greatest pride.
The dog licked the hands so dainty and small
as the cat cuddled warmly like a ball
They guarded this place just like a sentry
to give protection with each new entry.
So the cat and the dog who used to fight
cooperated on that Christmas night.
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Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Nativity -- The Spider and the Fly
Nativity Stories – The Spider and the Fly
By Larry Linville
The little barn was all astir
something big about to occur.
What would happen they didn’t know
but there was such a special glow.
A spider spun her web on high
trying to catch a great big fly.
The fly saw the web from afar
in the light from a bright new star.
Those enemies did all they could
and acted in the way they should.
Soon a child laid in the manger
making their actions seem stranger.
The spider used her spinning skills
to spin some decoration frills.
She wanted to fancy the place
to adorn this new special grace.
The fly flew right along beside
to be the spider’s special guide.
Their project gave a special beauty
Made from love and not from duty
This one time weapon was a shrine
Making the barn look very fine
Their project to reach common ends
Caused former foes to become friends
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By Larry Linville
The little barn was all astir
something big about to occur.
What would happen they didn’t know
but there was such a special glow.
A spider spun her web on high
trying to catch a great big fly.
The fly saw the web from afar
in the light from a bright new star.
Those enemies did all they could
and acted in the way they should.
Soon a child laid in the manger
making their actions seem stranger.
The spider used her spinning skills
to spin some decoration frills.
She wanted to fancy the place
to adorn this new special grace.
The fly flew right along beside
to be the spider’s special guide.
Their project gave a special beauty
Made from love and not from duty
This one time weapon was a shrine
Making the barn look very fine
Their project to reach common ends
Caused former foes to become friends
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Tuesday, November 27, 2007
Santa Knocks On The Door
Santa Knocks On The Door
By Larry Linville
I’d been in school for only three months
In a one room country school
Light snow covered the wintry ground
And the weather was very cool
The Christmas program was being held
Each student shared a poem or song
Because the enrollment was up that year
The program went very long
When the last recitation was complete
And the teacher took the floor
To thank everyone for being there
We heard a knock at the door
The teacher looked puzzled at this sound
And she looked right back toward me
“Larry, would you go to the door
And see who that could be?”
Honored, I went to the front door
When I opened it I gave pause
And turned and in the loudest voice
And shouted loud, “It’s Santa Claus!”
When things were over some of us kids
Went outside to check out the facts
There was proof right there in the snow
We could see those reindeer and sleigh tracks.
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By Larry Linville
I’d been in school for only three months
In a one room country school
Light snow covered the wintry ground
And the weather was very cool
The Christmas program was being held
Each student shared a poem or song
Because the enrollment was up that year
The program went very long
When the last recitation was complete
And the teacher took the floor
To thank everyone for being there
We heard a knock at the door
The teacher looked puzzled at this sound
And she looked right back toward me
“Larry, would you go to the door
And see who that could be?”
Honored, I went to the front door
When I opened it I gave pause
And turned and in the loudest voice
And shouted loud, “It’s Santa Claus!”
When things were over some of us kids
Went outside to check out the facts
There was proof right there in the snow
We could see those reindeer and sleigh tracks.
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Sunday, November 25, 2007
Poster Board Nativity
Poster Board Nativity
by Larry Linville
Married just a few months
Christmas drawing near
Student pastor’s salary
Finances were austere
Decorations out of reach
We could cut a cedar tree
But a barren evergreen
Was not a sight to see
A pattern in a hobby book
For a wooden nativity
Gave me a big idea
Of a project nearly free
A piece of poster board
Just plain white will do
We cut out the silhouette
Of Joseph and Mary, too
The manger scene was soon cut out
And scotch taped to the glass
Of our big picture window
For everyone who’d pass
Pull the shade and set a lamp
To outline this event
Mary and husband Joseph
And the baby who was sent
To all the lowly of the earth
To the rich and to the poor
And this handmade project
Became a priceless décor
When school was over
And income finally grew
This homemade simple scene
Was there for all to view
Although we had bright lights
And decorations galore
It was a yearly reminder
Of those precious years before
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by Larry Linville
Married just a few months
Christmas drawing near
Student pastor’s salary
Finances were austere
Decorations out of reach
We could cut a cedar tree
But a barren evergreen
Was not a sight to see
A pattern in a hobby book
For a wooden nativity
Gave me a big idea
Of a project nearly free
A piece of poster board
Just plain white will do
We cut out the silhouette
Of Joseph and Mary, too
The manger scene was soon cut out
And scotch taped to the glass
Of our big picture window
For everyone who’d pass
Pull the shade and set a lamp
To outline this event
Mary and husband Joseph
And the baby who was sent
To all the lowly of the earth
To the rich and to the poor
And this handmade project
Became a priceless décor
When school was over
And income finally grew
This homemade simple scene
Was there for all to view
Although we had bright lights
And decorations galore
It was a yearly reminder
Of those precious years before
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Saturday, November 24, 2007
Why Not Happy Holidays?
Why Not Happy Holidays?
By Larry Linville
In days when I was being raised
I felt that God was truly praised
even when we said in a voice so gay
“Have a happy holiday!”
But in our day the word police
have tried to smear this phrase with grease.
They want us to feel you’re an atheist
if you don’t use words on their special list.
Christmas is not just the words we say
but the actions we perform each day.
You can say Xmas and be very giving
and say Christmas and be evil living.
Yuletide should not be an exclusive season.
Respecting others is a very good reason
to widen you greetings to those who say
their generosity in another way.
Happy Hanukah said to Jewish friends
brings good feelings that never ends.
Happy Holidays will cover this too
so you are blessed while blessing a Jew
Happy Holidays at this winter time
should not be thought of as a crime.
It includes Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day
and the other greetings you don’t know how to say.
Can I possibly deny my Jesus and Lord
by spreading peace and love in a word?
Those who complain help bring to an end
the peace on earth and good will to men.
So this year let’s please don’t use Jesus to fight
about words we use on Christmas night.
Let our greetings be more by the actions we take
and allow his love to make us fully awake..
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By Larry Linville
In days when I was being raised
I felt that God was truly praised
even when we said in a voice so gay
“Have a happy holiday!”
But in our day the word police
have tried to smear this phrase with grease.
They want us to feel you’re an atheist
if you don’t use words on their special list.
Christmas is not just the words we say
but the actions we perform each day.
You can say Xmas and be very giving
and say Christmas and be evil living.
Yuletide should not be an exclusive season.
Respecting others is a very good reason
to widen you greetings to those who say
their generosity in another way.
Happy Hanukah said to Jewish friends
brings good feelings that never ends.
Happy Holidays will cover this too
so you are blessed while blessing a Jew
Happy Holidays at this winter time
should not be thought of as a crime.
It includes Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day
and the other greetings you don’t know how to say.
Can I possibly deny my Jesus and Lord
by spreading peace and love in a word?
Those who complain help bring to an end
the peace on earth and good will to men.
So this year let’s please don’t use Jesus to fight
about words we use on Christmas night.
Let our greetings be more by the actions we take
and allow his love to make us fully awake..
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Thursday, November 22, 2007
Thanksgiving Day Prayer
Thanksgiving Day Prayer
By Larry Linville
Take a few moments this thanksgiving day
To pray to God in a different way
When you think of the problems you’ve endured
Remember, as well, the good you’ve secured
When your kinfolks gather round the table
Pray for those whose families are unstable
As you see the love your family has shone
Pray for all those who are eating alone
As you see the clothing everyone chose
Pray for those who do not have many clothes
When you’ve eaten plenty and want to shout
Pray for all those who are doing without
When you relax in front of the TV
Pray for workers who protect you and me
Firemen and cops and the soldiers at war
Pray that they soon will be back on our shore
May God fill the void of that empty space
And give them an extra serving of grace
If this was your prayer when you are at rest
I know that you’ve feel how much you’ve been blessed
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By Larry Linville
Take a few moments this thanksgiving day
To pray to God in a different way
When you think of the problems you’ve endured
Remember, as well, the good you’ve secured
When your kinfolks gather round the table
Pray for those whose families are unstable
As you see the love your family has shone
Pray for all those who are eating alone
As you see the clothing everyone chose
Pray for those who do not have many clothes
When you’ve eaten plenty and want to shout
Pray for all those who are doing without
When you relax in front of the TV
Pray for workers who protect you and me
Firemen and cops and the soldiers at war
Pray that they soon will be back on our shore
May God fill the void of that empty space
And give them an extra serving of grace
If this was your prayer when you are at rest
I know that you’ve feel how much you’ve been blessed
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