Another Christmas Gone
Christmas serves as a poignant reminder to cherish the moments we have with loved ones and to make the most of the time we have before it's too late.
J. Sidlow Baxter reflects on the passing of time and the changing seasons, drawing parallels between the end of Christmas and the transition into a new year. He emphasizes the importance of cherishing each moment and being mindful of the uncertainties of the future, urging listeners to appreciate the present and the people around them. Baxter highlights the inevitability of change and the fragility of life, encouraging a perspective that values the time spent with loved ones and the significance of each passing year.
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The frost white hill still glistens,
Beneath the moonlit skies,
As on the night of Christmas,
Untrod it sleeping lies.
A newborn year is waiting,
To meet the early dawn;
And whisper this to all the world,
Another Christmas gone.
The holly berry changes,
It's coat of emerald red;
And wreaths we twin'd but lately,
Hang, all their verdure dead.
And round our lonely dwelling
A loneliness is cast,
Our holiday is over,
And Christmas Day is past.
But still our hearts look forward
To many happy years,
Unconscious of our future
It's passing joys and tears:
Our friends around may sooner
Be laid within the clay,
Some present never live to see
Another Christmas Day.
Sermon Outline
- The Passing of Time
- Christmas is a reminder of the passing of time
- The fleeting nature of life and joy
- The importance of cherishing moments
Key Quotes
“Another Christmas gone.” — J. Sidlow Baxter
“Our holiday is over, And Christmas Day is past.” — J. Sidlow Baxter
“Our friends around may sooner Be laid within the clay,” — J. Sidlow Baxter
Application Points
- Make an effort to be present in the moment and appreciate the beauty around you.
- Prioritize your relationships with loved ones and make time for them.
- Focus on the present moment and find joy in the simple things to cope with loneliness and sadness.