The Christmas Star – by Judy Vandiver
I wrote this poem back in 2011, but every year around this time, it still tugs at my heart. There’s something about the story of that first Christmas — the quiet, the light, the promise — that never fades. The world may rush by, busy as ever, but the message is the same: hope was born that night.
As a little gift to you this Christmas, I’ve made this poem easy to read and save — something you can keep, frame, or share with someone who could use a bit of peace and wonder this season.
Wishing you joy, stillness, and a heart full of light this Christmas.
The Christmas Star
By Judy Vandiver
Silently the world slept through the dark,
Yet dawn broke and no one seemed to notice,
That the answer to all our problems was born,
Just as God foretold us.
The long awaited light appeared,
A star that paled the sun in its wake.
Heralding the birth of God,
Who had come to earth for man’s sake.
The brilliance was dazzling and multi-faceted
From this great celestial ball.
Those who saw it were blinded by the light,
And yet the blind did not see it at all.
Moving, guiding, leading the way,
No ordinary light this star.
Men of old followed faithfully,
Steps that led from home afar.
Coming closer, carrying their treasures,
Gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
Jerusalem, oh Jerusalem, look up
And see that which has caused a heaven and earthly stir.
Onward to Bethlehem, the light yet led
The entourage to a tiny manger.
There they met the King of Kings,
Yet the world considered Him a stranger.
Centuries have come and centuries have gone,
And still many do not believe
That what happened in Bethlehem
Was a miracle only God could weave.
The world still sleeps then begins its day again,
Puzzled that some are watching the sky.
They look about and shake their heads,
And with mumbled breath ask why.
Silently the world still sleeps through the dark.
Again dawn breaks and no one seems to notice
That the answer to all our problems was born,
Just as God foretold us.
(c) 2011 Judy Vandiver
Beautiful poem!