More Than This

Most everyone loves this time of year

Giving in to songs of joy and cheer

A time to make memories and reminisce

To be in love and to have a child's wish

To be caught up in all the bustle and glee

To put up the lights and trim the tree

Learning to enjoy giving more than receiving

Understanding seeing isn't always believing

It's the unexpected treasures we want so much

The candy and toys, the sweets and such

The traditions we can't live without

The Ho Ho Ho of Santa's shout

Everywhere you turn there is twinkling and lights

Running down aisles sometimes full of fights

It's always a rush to find the perfect toy

Rechecking the list of every good girl and boy

But there is more than this

More that this Season has in store

And this is my Christmas wish

Open your heart and you will find more

It's the time of year to forgive

To forget, to let go and to live

To recognize His amazing grace

In every person' s passing face

So be sure to share laughter and hope

Help those aching and suffering to cope

Get outside yourself and find a need

Love is the answer to overcome greed

Remember that Christ is the reason

The center and the meaning of this season

He is the greatest of all gifts

For His spirit comforts, heals, and lifts

May this be your best Season ever

Making memories that last forever

And may you find time to be still

Giving Him your greatest gift-your will