On the Road to Bethlehem

[Intro] [Verse 1] The road was long, the night was cold, But they still carried on. The stars above were trembling lights That guided them till dawn. She felt the child within her move, A promise gently near — And every step the donkey took Whispered, “Do not fear.” [Verse 2] He held the reins, he watched the path, And prayed they were not too late. The towns were full, the doors were closed, They were turned away at the gate. But still he walked beside her Through the silence of the land — Knowing Heaven had trusted both With more than they had planned. [Chorus] On the road to Bethlehem, They wandered through the night. They searched for a place to rest, For shelter, warmth, and light. And though the world seemed fast asleep, Their hope did not depart — On the road to Bethlehem, They carried God in their heart. [Verse 3] “My time has come,” she told him soft, The pain began to rise. They had to find a place to rest, Trusting God, for He was wise. A humble stable welcomed them, The straw became her bed — And there beneath the lantern’s glow The child lifted up His head. [Chorus] On the road to Bethlehem, They wandered through the night. They searched for a place to rest, For shelter, warmth, and light. And when the world had offered none, A miracle drew near — On the road to Bethlehem, The Savior’s birth appeared. [Bridge] She cradled Him against her heart, Still unknown to the world. The Son of God, the child she held, A miracle in the cold. [Final Chorus] On the road to Bethlehem, They found a place to be — Not golden halls or silver walls, But simple dignity. And in that quiet stable A star began to shine — On the road to Bethlehem, There became our Christmas time.