Why Christmas?

In the beginning, in the Garden of Timeless Unity,
Man and Woman existed, unaware of their differences,
One with their Maker, without boundaries or a reference of time.
"Today" was forever. All was at rest, no conflict or pain.

Then entered the snake and the eating of forbidden fruit.
Everything shifted, new thoughts exploded in the minds of man.
A knowledge of opposites, time keeping and a sense of self.
No more One, only us and them and a feeling of deep shame.

The Great I Am became obscure as man himself said, "I am."
Blissful intimacy with God became a deep thirst for lust,
Man's desire became an insatiable hunger couched in fear,
Discontent and loneliness set in, time began its endless reign.

Yet, all was not lost, for the seeds of the fruit held something fine,
Something previously not needed, now decidedly vital.
In the hearts of man, Hope was planted with a measure of Faith.
Promise was given of One who would come and the Garden reclaim.

An innocent babe, clothed in constraints of time and human form
Would enter the realm of banishment in an act of selfless love.
Bringing with Him the restoration of unity with God,
Enhanced by man's awareness of what he's lost but can regain.

So now beginning has no end for those who accept the gift
Of grace and love freely given to vanquish all time and death.
Imbued with Spirit, man's soul is open to the heart of God,
A garden of rest recreated, forever in Jesus' name.

by lindylou 12/08

P.S. The phrase "Garden of Timeless Unity" was taken from the writings of James Campbell in his book titled, "The Power of Myth".