1 Outside the inn, in a low manger bed,
Jesus was born; Jesus was born.
Outside the inn, in a rough cattle shed,
Jesus our Savior was born.
Refrain:
Snow on the ground and a frost in the air,
Christmas has come; Christmas has come.
Deck home and church with our tenderest care,
Ring the bells, Christmas has come.
2 Outside the city that He came to save,
There crucified, for all He died.
Praying for those who were most bitter foes,
Robbers on crosses beside. [Refrain]
3 Outside our hearts He is waiting today,
Ungrateful hearts, unthinking hearts.
Sorry for sin, we will let Him come in,
Welcome Him ere He departs. [Refrain]
4 Let then our hymns reach to Heaven’s high dome,
Telling our joy, holiest joy.
Ask Him to come in and make us His home,
Dwelling in each girl and boy. [Refrain]
5 Then will our hearts ever echo the song:
Christmas has come, Christmas has come.
His love will cheer us and make the weak strong.
Carol, for Jesus has come. [Refrain]
Source: The Cyber Hymnal #16440