Countdown to...?

Countdown to.....

The countdown has started; it comes but once a year

When it’s all done, the tree back in the loft

Trimmings and trapping packed in a box

What will you remember?

Right now at the start, let’s think of the end

Will you say thank you for the gifts that you got?

Will you be grateful for fun and games you had?

Will you appreciate the effort that was made,

To make it special in every way?

Will you look back with regret about the chances you missed?

Will you remember the boy in the manger?

Will he be part of your Christmas this year?

Will he get packed away in a box?

Sealed and forgotten the rest of the year

Right now at the start, let’s think of the end

Let Jesus play his part, to do his work in your heart

Advent

Advent

Tis the season of waiting, Hoping and anticipating

The day that will come

The joy on the faces, Young and old alike

As the day kicks in

The sweet filled stockings, hanging till morning arises

Brimming with surprises

The family all around, with those we love

With hugs and kisses abound

Or the gifts that we share

That we chose with care, the rest of the year

The table is laid, with cutlery to spare

Food is dressed, cooked to impress

We eat the food lovingly prepared

Wearing colourful hats, telling jokes

 Sharing stories from the year behind

Looking forward to the year ahead

What will you make space for this advent?

The food, the fun, or God’s only son

Will he have a place in your heart?