The Face of a Thief

Tis the season of Peace, Joy; Love

A time of giving, sharing; caring
Visiting family and enjoying friends
Counting blessings; making amends

A time of grace for inner reflection
Taking inventory within the person
Offering ourselves; fulfilling needs
Preparing the way of eternal things

Darkness however, diminishes light
Forging its will upon all innocence
Seeking to destroy everything holy
Spreading evil and showing its face

Murderers, haters and race baiters
Violence inciters; shameless dividers
Petty politicians spewing discord
Playing out the social justice cord

Today, the bright lights are dimmer
The joy of the season now somber
Hearts are shattered and broken
Love, a word that is merely a token

Tis the season of Peace, Joy; Love
In its midst exist sadness and grief
This Christmas faith must prevail
To overshadow the face of a thief