Friday, December 4, 2009

Like A Rose





This is a Christmas song I wrote some years ago. I am going to post it again this year, as some of my friends may not have heard it.

Click here for music.

He was born long ago, in a manger low,
Holy child, Prince of Peace, Son of God.
Wise men bearing gifts, knelt and worshiped Him,
Offering gold, frankincense and myrrh.
Like a rose of Sharon my Jesus lives.
Ever pure, fair and lovely is He.
He's the True Living Word, the Son of God,
Full of grace, tender mercy and love.

Shepherds watching their flocks on a starry night,
Saw a glorious light fill the sky.
Then a Heavenly Host from on high appeared,
Saying "Fear not, I bring good news."
Like a rose of Sharon my Jesus lives.
Ever pure, fair and lovely is He.
He's the True Living Word, the Son of God,
Full of grace, tender mercy and love.

Unto you, now is born, in Bethlehem,
Jesus, Savior, Christ the Lord.
Then the shepherds followed the shining star,
To the place where the infant lay.
Like a rose of Sharon my Jesus lives.
Ever pure, fair and lovely is He.
He's the True Living Word, the Son of God,
Full of grace, tender mercy and love.

God so loved the world that He gave His son,
As a light in the darkness to shine.
For the gift of God is eternal life,
Through Jesus Christ His Son.
Like a rose of Sharon my Jesus lives.
Ever pure, fair and lovely is He.
He's the True Living Word, the Son of God,
Full of grace, tender mercy and love.

Text and Music Cathy L. Simpson
© Copyright 1996 by Cathy L. Simpson/ASCAP

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31 comments:

Andrea said...

Beautiful!!
Amen...praise the LORD!
Blessings and prayers, andrea

Debbie Petras said...

I clicked over to listen to the music but also opened up your words in another window. This way I could sing along to the melody. You have such a talent Cathy.

I pray that you are feeling better.

Love and hugs to you,
Debbie

Lisa notes... said...

You are gifted! Thanks for sharing the beautiful lyrics and tune.

Andrea said...

You have an award on arise 2 write.
andrea

sherry said...

Everyone's sound asleep so I'll have to listen to it later. I'm sure it's lovely!

jAne * tickleberr farm

Peggy said...

Blessings Cathy...So beautiful the melody and the precious WORDS! You are truly gifted! Your song tells the full story...and like a rose of Sharon, HE LIVES!!! AMEN!!! You inspire me with the way the words flow...and speak! Praise Our Lord..."full of grace, tender mercy and love"...ohh Cathy...these paint such a lovely picture of WHO HE IS!
Thank you for sharing your own beautifully written song for Christmas! I will treasure this gift!!! Get Alma to record it!!!

love & hugs & prayers that you are better, Peggy

❀~Myrna~❀ said...

You are very talented Cathy. Very beautiful song & lyrics!
Merry Christmas !
~Myrna

Kristi said...

That is so beautiful! What an amazing gift the Lord has given you! Thank you for sharing this today!

Tra La La Boom De Ay said...

This is just so beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing your gift with me/us.

Karen said...

I think this is a gorgeous song for Christmas. Thank you for using your gift to glorify Jesus!

Debbie said...

WOW That was incredible. How beautiful...you are very talented. I loved it and I thank you for sharing...Have a wonderful week. Blessings, Debbie

Adrienne said...

I'm always amazed at the talent God has given you! I loved hearing your Christmas song - wish I could hear it and sing it with you in person! Maybe someday. . . ~Adrienne~

LisaShaw said...

Beautiful song and photo. The LORD's heart is in you dear sister.

RCUBEs said...

Simply beautiful! I'm glad you chose to share one of your songs with us today. Can't get tired listening to them! God bless you and have a great weekend!

Robin said...

Wow, your song is beautiful!

Yellow Rose Arbor said...

For some reason I couldn't get the music to play, but the words are so beautiful! You are very talented!

Katherine

Denise said...

Really lovely my friend.

Renee said...

What a beautiful song. You are very gifted. God bless.

Heather said...

Praising Him for this beautiful gift He has placed in you, Cathy...sharing the beauty, the truth, the wonder with the world, of who He Is. I am in awe.

The music is just so tender and peace-filled.

This was a wonderful visit.

Thank you, Cathy. I am so glad that you shared this with us today!

Musings of A Minister said...

Beautiful words and music. You have a special gift.

Charlotte said...

Beautiful song. God has given you a great talent.
Blessings,
Charlotte

Ginger~~Enchanting Cottage said...

OH~~~ This is so beautiful! You should have your song playing on your blog.
God Bless,
Ginger

SmilingSally said...

What a beautiful song, Cathy. Thanks for sharing it.

Coralie Cederna Johnson said...

Cathy, This is so beautiful! What a wonderful gift to be able to create God's music. Thank you for sharing! Coralie

dtbrents said...

A very beautiful song from your heart. Thanks for sharing with us. Doylene

Sue said...

Hi Cathy,
How talented and gifted you are , I so admire people who use their talents to glorify the Lord. thank you for sharing.
Blessings,
Sue

Saleslady371 said...

This song fills me with His spirit and I feel grateful for His amazing story of when love came down among us. Wonderful.

michelle said...

how absolutely beautiful! Thank you!!!

Nikki (Sarah) said...

beautiful. thank you for sharing this.

Ms.Daisy said...

Cathy,
That was just beautiful! You are very talented. Thanks for stopping by my post. Have a great week!


Blessings,
Jean

Karen said...

Beautiful ,Cathy!