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Poetry by Caleb Davis Bradlee that celebrates Jesus' birth as God's ultimate gift.
Let these poems remind you of the amazing and wondrous Christmas gift that God gave each and every one of us. Through his poetry, Caleb Davis Bradlee reflects on the miracle of Christmas and the birth of Jesus. More than 2,000 years later, we continue to celebrate this marvelous gift, give thanks to God, and remember the hope, peace, and love that came into the world through Jesus.
Updated September 30, 2026, by Catherine Pulsifer.
God saw the nations sweeping by,
And heard the people's anguished cry,
"O give us light!"
Out of the skies he sent a babe,
The humble child in manger laid,
A striking sight!
Wise men and shepherds marched to see,
And to the babe they bent the knee,
And presents gave!
A "star" stood where the child was found,
And all the place seemed holy ground,
To men so grave.
But now that child is Lord and King,
And unto all will blessings bring,
Who hear his voice!
He asks of each and all the heart,
And ever will his grace impart;
O world rejoice!
Hark! I hear voices in the sky;
I see a star above;
I will not ask the reason why;
It is a sign of love.
"Glory to God! peace on the earth,
Good will to men!" I hear
Angels are speaking of a birth,
To all our hearts most dear.
I am sure our dear Lord has come,
A Savior for us all;
A holy gift from God's own home;
And at his feet we'll fall!
The Lord has come to every soul,
To all, the high and low;
O let the message onward roll,
And grace and light bestow.
And then we'll have a deeper rest,
And a more earnest love;
We all shall be most grandly blest
With glory from above.
Wait! thou can'st not know thy fate,
The hidden things that lie deep
In the councils of God's state,
While we wake and while we sleep!
A weaving is round the throne
Of our blessings true and pure;
To mortal ears now unknown;
In the future all secure.
The Almighty's plans are grand,
But are hidden from our sight;
Of us all does he command,
Holy waiting for the right!
Caleb Davis Bradlee's poems remind us of God's love, the gift of Jesus, and the importance of trusting God's plan even when we cannot see what lies ahead.
In "God's Christmas Gift," Bradlee describes God sending Jesus in response to humanity's cry for light. The birth of Jesus represents hope, guidance, and God's love for the world.
The wise men and shepherds recognize the importance of the child in the manger. Their worship and gifts remind us that the birth of Jesus was a sacred event worthy of gratitude and reverence.
In "Voices In The Sky," Bradlee presents Jesus as a Savior who came for everyone, both high and low. His words remind us that God's gift of love and grace is offered to all.
The voices in the sky, the angels, and the Christmas star create a feeling of joy and wonder. Bradlee encourages us to receive the message of Christmas with thankful hearts and to rejoice in God's gift.
"Holy Waiting For The Right" reminds us that we cannot always see or understand what God has planned. The poem encourages patience, faith, and trust in God's timing and goodness.
Together, these poems encourage us to celebrate the gift of Jesus, trust God's wisdom, and carry the hope and love of Christmas with us throughout the year.
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As we reflect on these poems, we are reminded that God's greatest Christmas gift came wrapped in simplicity and love. The birth of Jesus was not only a moment in history, but also a promise of hope for every heart. Each poem by Caleb Davis Bradlee points us back to that quiet night when God showed His love in an extraordinary way.
May these poems encourage you to pause, give thanks, and remember that the gift of Jesus still brings light, peace, and joy today. As you move through the Christmas season, may your heart rest in the blessing of knowing that God's love is always with you.
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