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The Christmas Nail tells the story of the Birth of Jesus in a very special way. It's subtle reminder of the Reason for the Season.
"The Original Christmas Nail Legend"
"This is the Christmas Nail. It is to be hung on a sturdy branch, a branch near the trunk, a branch that will hold such a spike without being noticed by well-wishers dropping by to admire one's tinseled tree. The nail is known only to the home that hangs it. Understood only by the heart that knows its significance. It is hung with the thought The Christmas tree but foreshadows the Christ-tree which only He could decorate for us, ornamented with nails as this."
- Here's what I printed and then secured a #20 penny nail (spray painted gold) adorned with a scarlet ribbon to hang with two small drops of Hot Glue. Sellable for $1 each at a holiday craft fair.
Instructions for hanging this Christmas Nail: this unique ornament links Christmas to Easter. It is meant to be hung on a branch, near the trunk, known only to the home that understands it's significance. It is placed as a reminder that the Christmas tree foreshadows the Christ-tree which only He could decorate for us, ornamented with nails such as this. Source: Lillie Mae Acres
http://bountifulblessings2u.blogspot.com/2009/11/christmas-nail-ornament_30.html
Note: Legend Ornaments With A Story Card make a great gift for neighbors, teachers, co-workers and friends.
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"This is the Christmas Nail. It is to be hung on a sturdy branch, a branch near the trunk, a branch that will hold such a spike without being noticed by well-wishers dropping by to admire one's tinseled tree. The nail is known only to the home that hangs it. Understood only by the heart that knows its significance. It is hung with the thought The Christmas tree but foreshadows the Christ-tree which only He could decorate for us, ornamented with nails as this."
The Christmas Nail Story
The stillness of the night was pierced with the cry of a babe, lying in a manger, unnoticed by the world. His mother gazed at him with a quiet joy at the miracle that is life.
"Jesus", Mary whispered softly, remembering the words of the angel, the child would be called the "Son of the Most High". She lifted His tiny hand and she studied His little fingers. How was she to know a spike would one day pierce this hand for the salvation of the world?
This spike is a reminder of that evening and it is meant to be hung on a sturdy branch near the trunk of your Christmas tree. It will go unnoticed by most, as tinsel and lights dazzle them. For you and those who look deeper, beneath the decor of the holidays, this spike will bear the significance of the One who waits today for you ... with nail-scarred hands that are outstretched in welcome.
- Here's what I printed and then secured a #20 penny nail (spray painted gold) adorned with a scarlet ribbon to hang with two small drops of Hot Glue. Sellable for $1 each at a holiday craft fair.
The True Meaning
Every year on my Christmas tree,
I hang a nail for all to see.
For the nails of the manger where the Christ Child lay
To those piercing His body as life drained away.
A reminder of love midst the green of the tree,
of the gift that was given for you and for me.
Hanging there brightly on it's little red cord,
Telling of Jesus, our Savior, our Lord
~~~~~~~ The Christmas Nail #1 ~~~~~~~
I hang a nail for all to see.
For the nails of the manger where the Christ Child lay
To those piercing His body as life drained away.
A reminder of love midst the green of the tree,
of the gift that was given for you and for me.
Hanging there brightly on it's little red cord,
Telling of Jesus, our Savior, our Lord
~~~~~~~ The Christmas Nail #1 ~~~~~~~
The Christmas Nail®
It's Christmas time at our houseand we're putting up the tree.I wish I could find some simple wayto remember Christ's gift to me.
Some little sign or symbolto show friends stopping by,The little babe was born one daybut He really came to die.
Some symbol of His nail-pierced hands,the blood He shed for you and me.What if I hung a simple nailon my shining Christmas tree?
A crimson bow tied round the nailas His blood flowed down so free,To save each person from their sinand redeem us for eternity.
I know it was His love for usthat held Him to the tree,But when I see this simple nailI know He died for me.
by John Patton, creator of the The Christmas Nail®
Note: Thanks to GemsCottage for the correct information as to who wrote this wonderful poem!
View printable here.
View printable here.
~~~~~~~ The Christmas Nail #2 ~~~~~~~~
It secured His manger cradle one starlit Christmas dawn,and affixed the rugged beams of the cross He died upon...And thus it is a symbol of all we celebrate together - His birth, His life, His death, and our life in Him forever.So may this special ornament on your tree remind you ofChrist's sacrifice - the price of the greatest kind of love.
Instructions for hanging this Christmas Nail: this unique ornament links Christmas to Easter. It is meant to be hung on a branch, near the trunk, known only to the home that understands it's significance. It is placed as a reminder that the Christmas tree foreshadows the Christ-tree which only He could decorate for us, ornamented with nails such as this. Source: Lillie Mae Acres
Note: Legend Ornaments With A Story Card make a great gift for neighbors, teachers, co-workers and friends.
The Christmas Nail tells the story of the Birth of Jesus in a very special way. It's subtle reminder of the Reason for the Season. ...
A last minute Gift for you to share with your neighbors, teacher's, church group etc...
Just add a miniature potted Christmas Tree, or even a special homemade Christmas Tree Ornamanet as a gift with the poem attached.
The Christmas Tree Poem
Author: K. Ross-
From a tree a manger was made
On the first Christmas, in it He laid
Also from a tree a cross was made
And on it for our sins the price He paid.
I remember each year as the tree I adorn
His gift giving the day he was born
As I gently place each ornament of gold
in His hands I place my heart and my life for him to hold.
Trusting in Him to take good care of me
I pray and I sing as I decorate the tree.
I am the way and the truth and the light said he
That's why I put the lights on my Christmas tree.
They light up my tree and the rest of the room
As He lights up my heart and the rest of my home.
I pause to think just before I plug them in
They remove the darkness as He removed my sin.
This past year has been a challenge, nightmares have come true
How do others make it without Jesus to hold onto.
I'm praising you Jesus for the strength you've given me
Let your light shine through me so that others may see.
With such great memories the smiles and the happy tears
I look forward to putting up the tree this year
Each one is unique and decorated differently
But Your cross in each one is what I will see.
From now on when I look at each Christmas Tree
I will remember You Arose Lord after dying for me.
May the Light of Christ be your reason for the season!
A last minute Gift for you to share with your neighbors, teacher's, church group etc... Just add a miniature potted Christmas Tre...
#Innkeepers Key #Poem #Printables
Use a metal [skeleton] key and attach this poem to it for a quick DIY GIFT.
This poem is really beautiful!
This is the poem of the Innkeeper.
This is the poem of the Innkeeper.
Dearest God,
Please Never Let Me
Crowd My Life To The Brim.
So Like The Keeper
Of Bethlehem's Inn,
I Have No Room For Him.
Instead Let My Heart's
Door Be Forever Open,
Ready To Welcome The Newborn King.
Let Me Offer The Best
That I HaveTo Him
Who Gives Me Everything.
- Author Unknown
NOTE: Be sure to let them know that on Christmas Eve ... you hang the key outside your front door... as it is a symbol that you are inviting the Savior into your home on Christmas Day.
The Innkeeper’s Key
“Mary and Joseph had come to stay
But each lodging place turned them away.
At the last place they tried, still no room at all
Except for a simple hay-filled stall.
Thanks to one man’s kindness to those needy strangers
Jesus’ life began, safe in a lowly manger.
This innkeeper’s key is a symbol of
How a simple act fills the world with love.
Keep this key, and remember God’s love is the reason
We are filled with blessings each Christmas season.”*
But wait, is that enough –
Just keep the key to remember the reason for the season?
Rather, shouldn’t we keep the key – yes
Keep it where we might always be able to see -
For the sad, the lonely, the ill and bereaved
Have no certain season to show forth their need.
We have a key like the Innkeeper did.
Jesus gave each of us one when he said
Love one another as I have loved you.
Imagine keys being used all over the world
Opening the hearts of men like
Endless waves of clear water hitting against the shore
Till acts of love and service permeate the entire earth.
Why not turn your key and let him in.
Ione Mortensen *original text by Les Hollowed
Gorgeous Printables can be found here from IvoryBloom
PDF includes all six printables: The Innkeeper's Key Poem, red Let Him In tags, white background.
https://youreverydayfamily.com - InnKeepersPoem-2-White-5x7.pdf
Also see December Prayer here
#Innkeepers Key #Poem #Printables Use a metal [skeleton] key and attach this poem to it for a quick DIY GIFT. This poem is really...
10 Multiple Choice questions based around gifts given in the Christmas song The 12 Days of Christmas. Test your knowledge of the 12 Days of Christmas with our free online quiz brought to you by HomeForTheHolidaze
12 Days of Christmas Quiz
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10 Multiple Choice questions based around gifts given in the Christmas song The 12 Days of Christmas. Test your knowledge of the 12 Day...
May God Give You...
12 Months of Happiness,
52 Weeks of Fun,
365 Days of Success,
8760 Hours of Good Health,
5250600 Minutes of Good Luck,
31536000 Seconds of Joy.
Wishing You a Very Warm And Joyful New Year!
May The Peace and Hope Of Christ's Birth
Be With You In All The Days Of The New Year.
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