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Christmas is the time to tell the story
Mae (Betty) Overstreet 2003/2020
CHORUS:
Christmas is the time to tell the story
how Christ came down from Heaven above
Christmas is the time for rejoicing
giving thanks for God’s everlasting love
(instrumentalTurn-a-round of previous line)

God knew that something must happen
He was saddened by a world filled with sin
He sent down His beloved son, Jesus
To be born beneath the Star in Bethlehem
The wise men saw the star in the heaven
Shining brightly they followed the light
shepherds traveled far from their home land
Arriving at the stable that night

(instrumental Turn-a-round of previous line)

As they gazed at the babe in the manger
The Christ child who would save us from sin
They heard the heavenly angels singing
“Glory to God, and Peace toward men
Baby Jesus was born in the manger
he came to earth, to share God’s love
Now we celebrate that day in Bethlehem
Singing praises to our savior above

(instrumental Turn-a-round of previous line)

CHORUS:
Yes, Christmas is the time to tell the story
how Christ came down from Heaven above
Christmas is the time for rejoicing
giving thanks for God’s everlasting love

Yes, Christmas is the time to tell the story
how Christ came down from Heaven above
Christmas is the time for rejoicing
giving thanks for God’s everlasting love





thank you Father for your everlasting love

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Christmas Is The Time To Tell The Story" by Mae (Betty) Overstreet beautifully encapsulate the essence and significance of the Christmas season. The song reverently acknowledges the central theme of Christmas, which is the story of Christ's birth and the true meaning of God's love manifesting in the world. Through the repeating chorus, the message is reinforced that Christmas is a special time when we commemorate and share the story of Christ descending from Heaven to bring love and salvation to all.


The verses delve into the narrative of God's plan to send his beloved son, Jesus, into a world plagued by sin and darkness. The imagery of the Star of Bethlehem guiding the wise men and shepherds to the humble manger where Jesus was born is vividly portrayed. The song emphasizes the significance of this miraculous event as a symbol of hope and redemption for humanity, as evidenced by the heavenly angels proclaiming "Glory to God, and Peace toward men."


The lyrics evoke a sense of awe and reverence as the onlookers in the stable gaze upon the infant Christ, recognizing Him as the savior who would deliver mankind from sin. The profound impact of Jesus's birth is depicted through the jubilant songs of the angels and the joyous celebration expressed by all who witnessed this divine moment. The act of giving thanks for God's eternal love is a central theme that resonates throughout the song, emphasizing the importance of remembering and honoring the true spirit of Christmas.


In the final chorus, the song circles back to the main message - that Christmas is a time for storytelling and rejoicing in the miraculous event of Christ's birth. The repetition of the lines underscores the idea that this story of love and salvation is timeless and worth retelling and celebrating year after year. The song concludes with a heartfelt expression of gratitude to God for His enduring and boundless love, encapsulating the essence of Christmas as a season of faith, joy, and thanksgiving.


Line by Line Meaning

Christmas is the time to tell the story
The holiday season is an opportunity to reflect on and share the narrative of Christ's birth


how Christ came down from Heaven above
Jesus descended from the heavens to Earth


Christmas is the time for rejoicing
The holiday is a time for celebration and joy


giving thanks for God’s everlasting love
Expressing gratitude for the continuous love of God


God knew that something must happen
God realized that action needed to be taken


He was saddened by a world filled with sin
God was troubled by the presence of sin in the world


He sent down His beloved son, Jesus
God sent Jesus, His cherished son, as a solution


To be born beneath the Star in Bethlehem
Jesus was born under the guiding Star of Bethlehem


The wise men saw the star in the heaven
The wise men observed a unique star in the sky


Shining brightly they followed the light
They followed the bright light of the star


shepherds traveled far from their home land
Shepherds journeyed a great distance from their homes


Arriving at the stable that night
They reached the stable where Jesus was born


As they gazed at the babe in the manger
As they looked upon the infant in the feeding trough


The Christ child who would save us from sin
The child Jesus, who would offer salvation from sin


They heard the heavenly angels singing
They listened to the celestial angels' song


“Glory to God, and Peace toward men
The angels praised God and wished peace to mankind


Baby Jesus was born in the manger
Jesus was born in humble surroundings in a manger


he came to earth, to share God’s love
Jesus arrived on Earth to spread God's love


Now we celebrate that day in Bethlehem
We now commemorate that significant day in Bethlehem


Singing praises to our savior above
Singing songs of adoration to our savior in heaven


thank you Father for your everlasting love
Expressing gratitude to God for His enduring love




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Mae Elizabeth Overstreet

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@MR-kf8xt

She’s my favorite character. So much feelings seeing her leave🥹🥹🥹

@Kim_pig_nii

I love her so much, too😢

@Kim_pig_nii

I will always miss her and feel saddened by her discharge. However, we must believe that she is going to a better place where she can freely play the guitar and sing. I am grateful to have met her, and although we may not see each other again in the future, I will continue living with the memories we shared. Congratulations to Gwon Jeong-min! I love her. 🥲🥲🥲

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