The Christmas tree had its beginning in Germany,
In the 16th century, when Christians brought
Decorated trees into their homes. There is a
Story told of Martin Luther, the Protestant
Reformer, who was walking home one wintry
Night, and as he gazed on the snowy hills in
The distance, the beauty
Of the trees silhouetted against the starry
Skies, he was stricken with the majesty of God’s
Creation. Returning home, gathering his children
About a tree, they decorated it with candles,
And this is how the Christmas tree came about.
Around the year 1226, St Francis of Assisi created
The first Nativity scene with live animals, the
Manger and the straw holding The Christ Child.
In the Middle Ages, many people could neither read
Nor write, and in order to share these heavenly
Truths, actors traveled from town to town,
Reenacting these scenes in Passion Plays.
Many of these traditions are observed at the Advent season,
Foretelling the reason we celebrate Christmas.
There is a story of three Trees
They could eat of the Tree in the
Beginning
In Eden’s fair garden
But of the Tree of Good and evil
It was forbidden
They did not listen and partook
Of the fruit
This is the first Tree in the midst of Three
With one last look they fled in terror
Why do they fear their Heavenly Father?
In His evening walk
They heard the words “Do not be afraid
A Savior shall be born in a manger of hay”
This is the second Tree in the midst of
Three
His path will be lonely, His friends
Will forsake Him, His enemies will hate
Him, but for your sakes He will give
His life that you may be saved
“On a Tree He will hang before
Mockers and throngs
In a grave He will lay and rest three
Days
Rising again
Ascending to heaven, giving us the
Hope of His Second Coming
“There will be earthquakes and
Famines, pestilence and plagues” ***
The world will be in tumult and
Confusion
For deliverance, crying
“But do not be afraid”
“Do not be sad” He said
I will return to take you home”
This is the third Tree in the Midst of Three
Eden’s Tree will be restored
For all who believe, of its fruit
They shall eat
The leaves of its Tree bringing
Healing to the nations
And forever in heaven and earth, there
Will be peace!
***Prophecies taken from the
‘Book of Matthew’
Chapter 24 in God’s Word
A wonderful poem shared. The artwork and words taught me a wonderful story. Thank you for sharing dear Donna.
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I am humbled to hear words from someone with such
talented poetry, the artwork done on my blog
will be honored to here this as well!!
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I am trying to be good writer dear Donna and I enjoyed your work. You are welcome.
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Reblogged this on johncoyote and commented:
A wonderful and beautiful story written in the poetry.
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Thank you again John, you have lifted my spirits
with gratitude for taking the time to read my poetry!
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A wonderful poem and you are welcome dear Donna.
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The tree of good and evil will always remain within the garden of eden; even after it is restored upon the earth made new.
Everyone will have access to it and no one will be stopped 8f they want to eat its fruit.
For the tree of good and evil is a test of ones loyalty and willingness to obey God.
No one will ever choose to disobey by plucking and eating its fruit.
Simply because after experiencing the terrible results and consequences of Adam and Eve’s.
No one will ever consider disobeying God ever again.
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Yes David, you are right, How beautifully written,
God is ever faithful, giving us hope. He has many beautiful
things in store for us, in Eden restored!
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