Purple both inspires and calms
Bringing warmth and thought
A vibrant hue and pleasing blend
…Of blue and red companions wrought
Riches and honor it may imply
Of royalty and favor
But of vain arrogance be warned
Be uplifting and do not waver
Creative insightful encouraging too
Brave of heart and valued worth
Of majesty so rich and true
And one small child of manger birth
Our heavenly King who came to us
To give Himself …now robed in purple
From “On Colors”
Charlotte-Anne Allen
I know it’s around here somewhere
Where could it be
Please read the note again for us
So we can check it out
We received the welcome message
Bright and clear for us to see
Made the preparations
And packed our many bags
The trip was long but we’ve arrived
Gifts ready and in hand
Where is that birthday party
The mother and the child
Oh look oh look do you see it now
The star that marks the spot
We brought these birthday presents
Chosen for a royal life
Giving of our best to you
New Prince of peace and King of kings
Anticipation
Hurry hurry
He’s coming now!
Excitement
Hear the shouts
See the crowd
Honor
Palm branches laid
Robes spread before him
See
He comes to you
Righteous victorious
Lowly
Upon a donkey
Only a colt
Ruler
Giver of life
Bringer of hope
Rejoice
Your King comes
Hosanna, save
*John 12:12-19, Zechariah 9:9
As a star once shone
Gazing down upon the earth
Dazzling companions
Gathered ‘round
Its light beamed softly
Gently touched a tiny face
Heaven stirred and sang
Come now come
As a star once shone
Guiding light to show the way
Wise magi followed
Bringing gifts
Sparkling diamond led
The travelers expectantly
New king to worship
Jesus child
As a star once shone
It revealed a precious gift
As God’s Son brought light
Savior born
The Still Small Voice 