Craig Aven - The Sweetest Gift - Original version

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  • @Fran-lw1kv
    @Fran-lw1kv 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Thank you sir! I’ll always remember and love my husband even after 12 years now. I know without a doubt I’ll see him again!

  • @estherkeshy1025
    @estherkeshy1025 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Today is Christmas and oh my .....it can never be the same without mum.
    This song .....

  • @susaneastmoore5311
    @susaneastmoore5311 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I Miss My Husband so much it's been 3 yrs now and it feels like yesterday! Love and Miss You Randy Ray Moore Sr.

  • @emilymurphy9895
    @emilymurphy9895 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I lost my beautiful perfect 15 yr old son , Blazer, on April 25 2023 in a car accident. This grief is so heavy its suffocating me. And it's like that everyday since I lost him. And then his fav time of the year comes around and the grief multiplies. Christmas will never be the same for me. I'm sorry to anyone who carries this pain.

  • @velvalolley6505
    @velvalolley6505 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    My sister in law just sent me the video. I lost my precious Husband 10-2-21 the grief has been to hard. But this song gives me peace yes I cried but knowing he’s with Jesus and knowing I will see him again gives me the strength to keep going. We were married 50 yrs we we only kids when we got married. He was the love of my life. If u have you husband hug him a little tighter and a little longer.😢❤

    • @marlaschultz131
      @marlaschultz131 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So sorry for your loss. God took my husband Home in August 2021. It's very hard, but I know I week see him again. Hugs!

    • @eddiegreene2345
      @eddiegreene2345 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      My wife, who God blessed me to be married to for 41 years and7 months. Her last week, she kept asking, when God would take her. She said multiple times, "I'm ready to go home. On 8/28/22, God gave her the desire of her heart. It's been over 2 years now, but I still think about her every day. This song God showed me back when my momma died, and knowing our loved ones are waiting on us means everything. I hope you are doing better.

  • @skyleroliver923
    @skyleroliver923 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey, @Craig Aven thank you for this song it means so much to me, especially now, lost my best friend; my Dad. Thank you

  • @tanjapusen
    @tanjapusen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Craig Aven ~ thank you for that you are out there, that you give us and others heartwarming thoughts and feelings, that you are you💕💞💕 Never change💖💝 Hugs from Tanjapus from Norway💐🤗

  • @MoonlightNothing
    @MoonlightNothing 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    God has a plan for each one of us. Trust & have Faith.

  • @eddiegreene2345
    @eddiegreene2345 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I had wrote in the past how much this song has blessed me, and that I've shared both this and the version with The Piano Guys. Since I commented on this several years ago, my wife, who had cerebral palsy, and never walked down here, after forty one years and seven months together, God took her home, and she took her first steps in heaven. I look forward to heaven, but songs such as this bless me more than I could put into words. Saying "thank you", doesn't seem enough for your gift to us, but please know God is using you brother Craig, and one day the heaven our loved ones are in will be our home. Love you my friend.

  • @ANGELBABY_57
    @ANGELBABY_57 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is an amazing song I've ever heard thank you for blessing us with this precious song I will be sharing this God bless you and Merry Christmas :)

  • @susantadlock7295
    @susantadlock7295 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This is the 4th Christmas without my father. This song has really been a blessing to me. And even though grief has no timeline, I know I will see my father in Heaven again one day. Thank you for sharing these words in song.

  • @jeromejackson1029
    @jeromejackson1029 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I cried all thru this song. How beautiful!

  • @wandamartinez1561
    @wandamartinez1561 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I saw this post that I had saved from last year, came up on memories, this week my friends and I have lost a very dear woman unexpectedly by us, but God knew! Tomorrow is her celebration of life! Thank you and thank the Lord for sharing! Merry Christmas 🥰

  • @nancyedwards4281
    @nancyedwards4281 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My dad just passed away. Today was his funeral. Tomorrow we bury him. This song is so perfect.

  • @charepric07
    @charepric07 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    "Oh God knows it's been hard letting go..."
    Big brother, you are the sweetest gift from God. I miss you so much.

  • @thall6NY
    @thall6NY 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Second Christmas without my loving wife, best friend, eternal partner - preparing, sharing, proclaim "Rejoice in the Lord, Always! and again I SAY Rejoice!" - yes - a touch of heaven on earth is passing, relaxing the pulsing of the Holy Spirit in my Veins reminding me - She is Well, Worshiping, Whispering my name among the Angels Above - proclaim the Father, Son, Holy Spirit Showering us all with His Love, mercies and grace. I Thank God for the writers and the Word - His Love Letter among us. God WITH US - forever - in the bridge 'Homesick for Heaven' yet Hallowing the ground we tread on Earths Passage. Rally - Faith Journey Folk - His Time draws us closer ever day to our reunions and praise!

  • @staceywilliams5687
    @staceywilliams5687 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I lost the love of my life last November and I am still struggling with him being gone. I cry 😢 everyday, several times a day because I miss him so much! This song hit and touched my heart ❤. Thank you.

  • @rosegibney4694
    @rosegibney4694 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I lost my oldest son in August. I have been going to grief sessions at my church. Our last session topic was how to survive the holidays. They played this song and has given me so much peace. Thank you for writing and sharing it all who have lost a loved one.❤

  • @moiraruth6346
    @moiraruth6346 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful. Thank you x

  • @hannael-nahi9090
    @hannael-nahi9090 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    First Christmas eve without my grandma... Passed over Dec 13 😔

  • @PepEpentecostal
    @PepEpentecostal 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I lost my six year old daughter to a drunk driver the day after thanksgiving. 11-25-22 will forever be ingrained in my memory. A friend sent me this and it was a beautiful reminder that though it’s hard to be apart from her, she is celebrating with Jesus Himself and He will hold and love her. I miss my beautiful girl so much….. but to know she is with Jesus brings me peace.

  • @anitaware2213
    @anitaware2213 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    So true!
    Missing my Mom and my brother
    Merry Christmas.
    Happy Birthday Jesus.

  • @annsouth3736
    @annsouth3736 7 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    This was the only thing that got me through yesterday (Christmas Day) - I was so wrapped in my grief that I did not realize how amazing the day was going to be for my late husband - his first Christmas in heaven. I found true joy in those thoughts - Thank you so much! White Christmas' are a rare thing where I live and one of the things I hope for on every Christmas morning - I woke up to a beautiful white covering and just knew, that was my present from him and he was happy. God Bless you and keep you.

    • @suzannecarroll5141
      @suzannecarroll5141 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes amen..

    • @jack5505
      @jack5505 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m still struggling this is the first Christmas without my sweet wife Amy she passed February 2021

  • @SeanVanDerPoll
    @SeanVanDerPoll ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Miss my wife so much thanks for this beautiful song.

  • @TheSideup
    @TheSideup 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I lost both my parents within 7 months of each other in 2016. I was only 26. This song hit me hard and many tears were shed. Thank you for this beautiful song!! You don't know how many people you have enlightened with your music.

  • @evanmerrell5310
    @evanmerrell5310 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I lost my mom June of 2019 to Alzheimer’s and then I lost my only son on September 10 2021 to alcohol and fentanyl over dose I miss them everyday god bless you for this beautiful song

    • @Redmemory1
      @Redmemory1 ปีที่แล้ว

      I lost a close friend to fentanyl poisoning this year. I am so very sorry for your loss. 🙏

  • @chucktherrien2622
    @chucktherrien2622 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Every time I hear this song, it brings tears to my eyes, not for sadness but, for joy knowing my mother and father are celebrating in Heavan forever.

  • @zeejm3960
    @zeejm3960 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    With so many gone this year.. I think this will comfort so many this season. I've sent to to those who need this comfort today.

  • @eddiegreene2345
    @eddiegreene2345 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My dear brother, as a man of God, I have experienced the death of my parents, our first son in law at age 26, and many family members and friends. I have stood to say a few words at many funerals, and I try to remind families of saved loved ones, that we have not "lost" them, because we know where they are, and there will always be a part of them with us. I love the fact that God used you to remind those grieving for a saved loved one that they not only are living, but in the very presence of Jesus. I have shared both this video, and the one with the piano guys, many times, and someone always responds thanking me for sharing these two videos. I want to say "Thank You", my dear brother Craig, for being both sensitive to the leading of The Holy Spirit in writing this special song, and for both recordings. This song always brings tears of joy. May God continue to bless His ministry through you. I may never meet you down here, but I will see you one glorious day in heaven. Merry Christmas my brother. ✝✝✝🎄

  • @CraigAvenMusic
    @CraigAvenMusic  7 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    I'm so excited to announce that I had the opportunity to work with The Piano Guys. "The Sweetest Gift" will be featured on their new album, "Christmas Together" which will be released on October 27 2017. It was fantastic working with such incredible musicians. You can find our recording of "The Sweetest Gift" at thepianoguys.com/ and I-Tunes. Also, if you are interested in playing this song, the sheet music is available on their website. Thank YOU to everyone for listening and I would really appreciate it if you shared this with your friends. Craig

    • @CathyAndereggCanDo
      @CathyAndereggCanDo 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      As Annie Schmidt's grandparents, we thank you for working with Jon and Steven to capture this song in remembrance of Annie one year after her death. It will be a family treasure for ever. Thanks. Hope you can work with TPG again sometime.

    • @CraigAvenMusic
      @CraigAvenMusic  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cathy, thank you for your heartfelt comment. It was an honor to record this as a tribute to your granddaughter Annie. It was such a moving arrangement from The Piano guys and I know it will help many. Blessings!

    • @tm502010
      @tm502010 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      See my comment above... This is the last song on yet another extraordinary Piano Guys album. I am fortunate enough to be listed as one of the "producers" of this album.
      This should be a Christmas Classic. People should call and request it on their Christmas radio stations. It would be a balm for any listener who does not know the song - but is grieving. Those in pain, grief, or loneliness should not be forgotten at Christmas time! Thank you for this, on behalf of those who are touched and comforted by it...

    • @CraigAvenMusic
      @CraigAvenMusic  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      tm502010 thank you for your heartfelt comment AND participation on this wonderful project. Praying you have a wonderful holiday! -Craig.

    • @fastpitch3570
      @fastpitch3570 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Craig Aven 6p

  • @oberthinthompson6828
    @oberthinthompson6828 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I lost my mum & my 21 years old niece recently. We're devastated as family😭😭 I believe my mum & my niece with the Son of God...

  • @bundy3331
    @bundy3331 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is the hope that entails faith. The love poured out on the world that special day when our Lord Jesus died on the cross to let us all come into heavens gates to be with the King of Kings an all the Angels an Prophet's an believers; An GOD who created us out of Unconditional love. This knowledge of Truth keeps me going each day even though I miss my Brother dearly who died suddenly. my girlfriend Nancy who died as well suddenly an to have a 11 year old boy who die in front of me who was hit by a car as i was driving.Out on the road in front of me. My heart cries an will forever but in Jesus i find strength to go on. I hope all get comfort thru Jesus that one day we will all be as one together ,no crying, no pain. ..

  • @Nancy-ee8lf
    @Nancy-ee8lf 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I loss my husband 4 years ago and my life just has never been the same. Every holiday, anniversary, birthdays even special events are just so empty without him here to celebrate them with. The worse holiday though is Christmas, oh it so painful for me without you. Your what made me so many memories that are right here in my heart and keep me going on. The day after Christmas would of been your 84th birthday and I will celebrate it with memories of you and all the years you gave to me. When it’s my time I shall join you once again and live to finish out the everlasting peace that is promised us.
    I miss you so and shall always love you.

    • @marychambers7626
      @marychambers7626 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It will never be the same. My husband passed 11 years ago at 45 years old. We never get past it. I think God gives us the grace to learn to live with it. There will always be a piece of my heart that went with him that day. God bless you this Christmas. I

  • @philliplabontewar4820
    @philliplabontewar4820 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The sweetest gift is knowing you're in Jesus's arms. Missing you so much my lil angel...Lillian...till we meet again ...love you and miss you so much ...❤️_dad

  • @argieramirez5836
    @argieramirez5836 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I lost my mother this year. She had been roughly fighting cancer for more than 2 years, until her last breath!! Thank you for helping broken hearts like mine, acquiring a new perspective on Christmas without our loved ones!!!!

  • @redial804
    @redial804 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I lost my son December 23, 2020. My heart is shattered. But even though this song has tears streaming it’s also comforting. Such a beautiful tribute.

  • @TheJeffrey818
    @TheJeffrey818 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I cry every time i play this song. It is a beautiful song. And so true.

  • @correlz
    @correlz 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm not gonna lie
    Christmas really hurts this time
    Cause you're not here to celebrate with me
    Tears fill my eyes
    The memories flood my mind
    As I place your ornament upon our tree
    Although this year I have a broken heart
    It gives me hope and joy as I remember where you are
    You're with the Son of God
    You're with the Prince of Peace
    You're with the one who's celebrating
    And that thought amazes me
    Sometimes I still break down
    Grieving that we're apart
    But the sweetest gift is knowing where you are
    You're with the Son of God
    Got your picture in the frame
    And a stocking with your name
    Oh God knows it's been hard letting go
    And I can't bring you back but I'll see you again
    And all that thought is healing to my soul
    I'll miss making angels with you in the snow
    I guess instead you will be singing with them all around God's throne
    You're with the Son of God
    You're with the Prince of Peace
    You're with the one who's celebrating
    And that thought amazes me
    Sometimes I still break down
    Grieving that we're apart
    But the sweetest gift is knowing where you are
    Cause you're with the Son of God
    And I know the Christmas season was your favorite time of year
    You loved to help us decorate our tree
    But now that you're with Jesus
    Can't imagine how you feel
    'Cause he's the one who bleed and died
    upon the tree for you and me
    You're with the Son of God
    You're with the Prince of Peace
    You're with the one who's celebrating
    And that thought amazes me
    Sometimes I still break down
    Grieving that we're apart
    But the sweetest gift is knowing where you are
    Yes, the sweetest gift is knowing where you are
    Yes, the sweetest gift is knowing you're in his arms
    You're with the Son of God

  • @jenniferbischoff1323
    @jenniferbischoff1323 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you Craig that was beautiful and very touching. I had lost my father a year and half ago and it's still hard for me during the holidays as this whole is going crazy these days, we need comfort to get us through, so thank you! God bless you brother from your sister in christ.

  • @lamechpamei95
    @lamechpamei95 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I lost my Ma in Jan 31st and my Pa in October 27th this year and it's really hard to overcome the grief of missing them. Listening this beautiful songs pierced through me and cry all alone. Thank you for sharing such beautiful song and reminding comforting words that my Ma and Pa is with the son of God in heaven.

  • @davidpeters6611
    @davidpeters6611 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Beautiful. We have lost my mom, my husband’s dad and brother this year. Knowing they are w Jesus is the sweetest gift.

  • @Dianalynn62
    @Dianalynn62 5 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    I lost my son last year... so look forward to spending eternity with him... but this earthly, human pain is at times so unbearable... thank you Craig, for this song.

    • @sareenaallan7940
      @sareenaallan7940 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I lost my son at the end of September of this year. 😥. This song brings me peace

    • @st.joanna2120
      @st.joanna2120 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@sareenaallan7940 mid-September my son went. I'll pray for you today.

  • @ibapaleirynth2593
    @ibapaleirynth2593 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Just lost my mom in October this year, it's been hard without her. This song is so beautiful n knowing that she's in heaven with Jesus gives me that peace within. God bless you Craig 🙏🙏🙏

  • @trudipruett9144
    @trudipruett9144 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Our father just passed away yesterday and though we are heartbroken, we know our dad is now at peace sitting next to Jesus alongside his mom and dad. This song came on my memory feed today from 6 years ago, and I don’t believe it was a coincidence. God always knows how to comfort us in our times of greatest need. Thank you for this beautiful song.

  • @sheilak4493
    @sheilak4493 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank You for allowing God to use you to minister so greatly to me!

  • @brindal2781
    @brindal2781 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Let the Son Of God be with you Always and love those whom give you life to enjoy this time of year with those whom you love in the Heavenly Father's House of God may we all be bless throughout our lives.
    Amen

  • @michaelhutchins7793
    @michaelhutchins7793 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I lost my wife dec 16 to cancer we were married 37 years I miss her so much I'm crushed I fall into the Lord's arms I'm glad she's with the lord

  • @nelliequinones4970
    @nelliequinones4970 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This song just hit me we lost my mom and dad! It felt so good to hear that there with Jesus. Amen 🙏🏻

  • @louieleanos3554
    @louieleanos3554 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I found your song through the Piano Guys. I lost my mom in March. You don't know how much this song has helped me grieve.

  • @elvicortez714
    @elvicortez714 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I lost my baby sister in 2014 not a holiday goes by that we don’t miss her dearly. Christmas was her favorite holiday. Beautiful song.

  • @prairieprincess4155
    @prairieprincess4155 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very timely. We buried my husband’s precious Dad, yesterday.🙏🏻💔😭

  • @brindal2781
    @brindal2781 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    God bless you father for all the love and joy you have given us all amen

  • @maggiegaryvida8859
    @maggiegaryvida8859 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This song deeply touched me; this Christmas, two years since my dear husband and best-friend-forever passed away. This song speaks of the hope I have of "Christ in me" and His power of resurrection also within me, as it was with my husband. Thank you, Craig, for writing it and sharing it for others to also have this hope in their broken hearts. Revelation 21:4 ‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.”

  • @matthewrutgers3742
    @matthewrutgers3742 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My wife and I lost our 8 & 1/2 DAY OLD Son JJ on Jan 26, 2018 Thank You for this beautiful song!!

  • @glendamanweiler74
    @glendamanweiler74 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    lost my hubby Ray on June 2, 2019. We were married 44 years. I miss him so much. Just not the same this Christmas...

    • @WildGingerFlower
      @WildGingerFlower 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Merry Christmas Glenda🎄
      He's just walked to the other side where you can't see him for awhile
      He's in your heart

    • @amoghcoorg4920
      @amoghcoorg4920 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m so sorry for your loss. I understand how you feel. One of my grand uncles died in December 9, 2019. And another one of my grand uncles passed away on March 12, 2020. Now nothing is the same

  • @markandmarlameyer5541
    @markandmarlameyer5541 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you Craig! This song is what we needed to hear after the passing of our 15 year old son 7 weeks ago.

  • @enricocaruso1
    @enricocaruso1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Craig, a friend just sent your beautiful song to me. I lost my Angel husband Joe in July, 2018, very suddenly, & I felt I did not want to go on living. I am in bereavement counselling but your song touched my heart so much & I felt exactly what you were singing. God bless you for helping those of us who are mourning.

  • @k.a.padgett8124
    @k.a.padgett8124 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I lost my only son, October 2nd, 2013, was my only child, 30 years old, and every day since then I have been living in hell, my health has decreased drastically. I can't wait to see him again! Rest in Heavenly Peace, Blake
    Always loving and missing you ❤❤❤

    • @AlexandraofVirginia
      @AlexandraofVirginia ปีที่แล้ว +2

      As of November I have lost two beloved sons. I wanted to mention to you that although you and I are decimated, that God called our sons because they were good enough not to have had to remain on this plane for as long as others. Please know they are safe Home, and that we will see them again ! Count on it ! Love and best wishes always...

    • @k.a.padgett8124
      @k.a.padgett8124 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AlexandraofVirginia I agree, sending you much love and many prayers ♥️🙏♥️🙏

    • @AlexandraofVirginia
      @AlexandraofVirginia ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@k.a.padgett8124 Thank you. I very much appreciate your prayers and good wishes. Please take very good care of yourself, and enjoy whatever you can. Your son would very much want that for you while you are here. With love and very best wishes. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤❤❤

  • @kazeinazuma9350
    @kazeinazuma9350 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    1st Christmas without my sister.💔 but i thank God For the time i spent with her❤️

  • @krazykowboystudios
    @krazykowboystudios 10 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I lost my wife of 31 years on Christmas Eve 2023. Almost a year later I still find myself crying and grieving the loss of her every day. I find some solace in knowing where she is, but it's a pain I don't think wil ever go away until I pass and will be with her again. My dear Linda spent 25 years fighting to stay alive with kidney failure and on hemodialysis but we had the best times of our lives together. She spent the last 6 years of her life unable to walk or stand and I retired early to become her caregiver. We were together 24/7 and leaned on each other through every struggle. Her last holidays were 12 days in ICU last year and she passed early on Christmas Eve. I know she must have celebrated the best Christmas she ever had. It was my toughest and I can't see that Christmas will ever be the same without her here to celebrate with me. Sing with the angels my dear Linda, Miss you and love you. 💔

    • @stevenamoore2882
      @stevenamoore2882 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I feel your pain. My wife and I were eachothers soulmates and we spwnt 28 years together. My wife spent the last ten months of our married life in and out of the hospital and finally in Hospice care. I was with her every step of the way so she would not have to face her illness alone. I can't even bring myself to put up any Christmas decorations. I grieve every day and fel like I've got a hole in my heart.

    • @jennifermartin6687
      @jennifermartin6687 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

  • @hisdaughterdeb7316
    @hisdaughterdeb7316 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    My husband went to be with the Lord two years ago. The grief is many times overwhelming, sucking the very breath out of me, but oh what a blessing this song is. Thank you!

    • @bobapjok4241
      @bobapjok4241 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So sorry for you. I think about this sometimes with my Mom dying in her 40s, but the lyrics are so amazing. "you're with the Son of God", "Instead you will be singing with them all around God's Throne" and" you're with the One we're celebrating" . Just amazing, and also remembering our loved ones are actually with Jesus right now. They would not want to be anywhere else. They are truly the lucky ones. One day we will be there too.

  • @Kapola
    @Kapola 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    THANK YOU FOR THIS BEAUTIFUL SONG!!!! My son died 23 years ago. He would have been 44 today. I have known from the moment the officers pulled in the drive, that my Christmas child was with the ONE who is the reason for Christmas and the Savior to All who will accept him. Merry Christmas!!!!!!!

  • @sheilabaker7599
    @sheilabaker7599 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL......May The LORD BLESS You and Your Family with Comfort, Strength, and Peace . So Very Sorry for Your Loss. Thank You for Sharing Such a Heart Felt Song. Hugs to ALL, Sheila in Arizona

  • @tammie1219
    @tammie1219 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My mom passed away December 14, 2016. I played this song at her funeral. It helped me so much. I'm thankful that I can listen to it and not cry. Thank you so much for this.

  • @lindadawson404
    @lindadawson404 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This Christmas will be a hard one. This past August my husband and our family lost a precious little granddaughter. She was very special little angel because she was born 15 years ago as a premmie at 1lb.-9oz, no bigger than her daddy's hand. She never really grew up, per se', she was only the size of a three-year-old when she died. She never walked, so she was confined to a wheelchair. She never talked, but her eyes spoke volumes. Now she's running with the angels and standing before the Throne singing praises to Jesus. We will miss her greatly this Christmas, as she will celebrate Christmas with Jesus now and for all Eternity.

  • @woowoo2192011
    @woowoo2192011 7 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    My first Christmas without my dad. This song really helps. It's has me in tears but it's so beautiful

    • @woowoo2192011
      @woowoo2192011 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Song hurts so much I miss my daddy so bad what am I gonna do without him

    • @woowoo2192011
      @woowoo2192011 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Craig I would love to sit an talk with you. Your song touches me so much

    • @davidtrisnadi
      @davidtrisnadi 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      i feel you brother, just lost my dad too a few months ago :( this christmas will be my first one without him

    • @xandervoorhees8722
      @xandervoorhees8722 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@woowoo2192011 sorry for your loss. I know what your going thru. This will be my first Christmas without my mom

    • @Luclys
      @Luclys 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@woowoo2192011 Yes its hard to be without them but we keep moving forward no matter how hard it is. I miss my dad and brother so much

  • @yolandafalcon6043
    @yolandafalcon6043 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I lost my dad May 2019 & I don't think this pain will ever go away especially on his special holiday. Miss u my dad so much 😢. Beautiful song thank u 🙏

  • @usa12watch
    @usa12watch 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I first hear this song last December on youtube. I had lost my Grandma & father in law over the last 2 years & the Christ centered power of this song spoke God's healing words to me. Last year I bought Piano Guy's tickets as Part of my mom's Birthday gift. Little did I know then that my mom would suddenly pass away before she would have gone to the concert. The gift of life is so precious. Our time with family & friends limited. As Christ said to his disciples "Love one another as I have love you" John 13: 34-35 May God continue to bring healing to all who have lost people they love. May your song be part of there healing journey. It's been a part of mine. I share this song with others. I love your version it is simply beautiful genuine & filled with Christ Love. Because of the Birth of Jesus. We will all be with Christ one day shinning in his glory. Amen

    • @maggiegaryvida8859
      @maggiegaryvida8859 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      it's not actually 'his version' as he wrote this song, the original. Beautiful indeed.

  • @eringutshall3008
    @eringutshall3008 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This song hit me hard this year. We had a stillborn in June. And this Christmas has been so hard for me. Haven’t had much joy this Christmas season. He would have been 6 months old.

  • @lydiamoses6098
    @lydiamoses6098 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As Christmas approaches, the pain if losing my mom earlier this year intensifies, but the meaningful lyrics of this beautiful song brings comfort, peace and acceptance to my aching heart. Because of the unconditional and transforming LOVE of God I have the assurance that I will one day meet my mom and dad on heaven's shore......were together we will worship the Son of God, The Prince of Peace.

  • @savedbyfaithnotbyworks
    @savedbyfaithnotbyworks 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Today (Christmas) is so rough. I lost my mom on December 21st 2 years ago. This song makes me cry so much every day but especially today. I know I'll see her again one day in Heaven but I just want her back now.

  • @GinaF69
    @GinaF69 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I lost my son September 6, 2020. This is my first Christmas without him here and it's so so hard...but this song...makes me cry yet gives me comfort. Jesse was my firstborn of 4 and my only son. Thank you for this song, it is beautiful

    • @ChristiRAnderson
      @ChristiRAnderson 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I'm so so sorry for your lost Gina. I lost my son on 9/5/19. Mama's shouldn't have to lose their babies. Be blessed.

    • @GinaF69
      @GinaF69 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ChristiRAnderson thank you, I'm sorry for your loss too ❤

    • @christineterpens3136
      @christineterpens3136 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So sorry for your losing your precious boy, I am glad you find comfort in this amazing song (I find it so comforting also)

    • @GinaF69
      @GinaF69 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@christineterpens3136 thank you 💜

    • @carriebaker5161
      @carriebaker5161 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      My daughter passed away December 10, 2017. If you need someone to talk to, tag me and I'll add my email to the post.

  • @haennababy
    @haennababy 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Last year I lost my father March7 and mother Aug1 and it was just a brutal time indeed and hard to celebrate this Christmas. Thank you for your song. It really touched my heart and soul. Thank you for reminding that our departed loved ones are with the Lord Jesus Christ now enjoying the presence of God. In time we will be reunited with Jesus . God bless your anointed life through singing. Keep sharing the good news of God! Keep on singing for Jesus!

  • @bluizgirl
    @bluizgirl 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I lost my father in June. It’s hard not being able to call him. I know I will see him again. It’s comforting to hear this song. Thank you and God bless you.

  • @prnagaishi007
    @prnagaishi007 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the beautiful music. We recently went through a loss. The music reminded me of all my loved ones who have already left and are with Jesus. Tears fell, longing struck hard, but as one letter of the song says, what comforts is knowing that they are well, next to the Son of God. I hope to touch and warm hearts with this video of people who do not like to celebrate Christmas anymore, because there is no longer their loved one together to celebrate it. I am sure that our buyers are looking for a hard heart, a hurt and a sadness of what have stayed here and do not like to celebrate the birth of Christ. As much as it hurts, we should never stop celebrating the birth of Christ, of what is died for me by all, to pay for our sins. And that after three days he has risen so that all may have eternal life! Craig Aven thanks for the lovely gift. God bless you and your whole family.

  • @dvrogers58
    @dvrogers58 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This will be my first Christmas without one of my sons...... and this song gives me comfort

  • @dalowman1954
    @dalowman1954 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    These words hit home lost my husband in 2020 before Christmas

  • @sheilak4493
    @sheilak4493 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You have heard the heart of the Father for His people! Can’t express how much comfort this has brought me after my 12 year old grandson went to be with The Son of God!
    Thank You for being obedient to the Lord and pray he returns 100% of all your need is!

  • @gracelauron5968
    @gracelauron5968 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It is indeed a lovely song! I lost both of my parents. My father when i was five, and my mother year 2018. God's word for me was in 2Sam12:23 😌🙌🏻 💕
    God bless you!

  • @jakdalton7342
    @jakdalton7342 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you Craig! ❤

  • @vshade7711
    @vshade7711 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank You💝....this really brought tears of joy to my eyes...I lost my mother this year 💔

  • @deanrohrbaugh2191
    @deanrohrbaugh2191 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I lost my beautiful wife, Shirley, in February 2024, this year. She lost her life battling 8 Meningiomas cancerous brain tumors, having 15 Sterostatic radiation treatments and 2 brain surgeries, since 2021. I am indeed a blessed man to have been married for 49 wonderful years to this amazing Christian woman! Shirley was my highschool sweetheart, best friend, better half, gorgeous bride and soul mate for life! Man, how I love ❤ and 😢 miss her! "I cry😢, grieve and think of her every day. Since she has been gone it has left this man with a broken 💔 heart! But, I love the message of this song, The Sweetest Gift, where the lyrics are, "The sweetest Christmas Gift is knowing where you are , you're with the Son of God, you're with the Prince of Peace!" With JESUS CHRIST, Our LORD and SAVIOR, FOREVER IN HEAVEN! HALLELUJAH! Shirley is dancing on the streets of GOLD shouting, I AM HEALED, I AM FREE! HALLELUJAH ! After being bedridden for 130 days, either in a hospital, rehab or hospice bed! We spent our last 46 days together at the Josie Harper Hospice House in Omaha, Nebraska. I was by her bed side several hours each day. Her last words to me, in a very soft voice, Shirley said, "I am so glad you are here with me. I ❤ love you!" I can't wait to see your beautiful face, warm smile and sparkling blue 💙 eyes when I get to Heaven! And to hold you, Shirley ❤🎉forever in my arms! Love 💕 you! 😘 ❤🎉😊 Thank you Jesus for this free gift of Salvation, Eternal Life with you in Heaven! Hallelujah Love❤ you, Jesus!🎉❤🎉❤🎉

  • @patthomas1600
    @patthomas1600 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I lost my husband March 2, 2019. He died in hospice, at the age of 86, after a 5 year battle with Vascular Dementia. I miss him terribly and this song gives me such peace. Thank you, Craig Aven.

  • @annehermann1256
    @annehermann1256 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I miss them so! Thank you for this song! Momma died the day before Christmas and Daddy followed 20 years later the day after Christmas! They left Christmas Day for Jesus! Oh the tears! Thank you Again!

    • @amoghcoorg4920
      @amoghcoorg4920 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m so sorry for what happened to your parents

  • @lungkupougonmei1740
    @lungkupougonmei1740 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I lost my best friend in 2015 and am still not convinced that he left me...when I remember him I listened to this song,sing along and cry...this song really comfort me when I'm in deep pain n struggling to move on without him.... thanks for the songs...ur songs described everything what I don't even know how to say or express out what I am feeling inside...

  • @TCJ24116
    @TCJ24116 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    All 4 of my Grandparents and 2 of my brothers now belong to heaven. I hate the holiday's now. They are filled with nothing but grief and anger towards God. I will never understand why God gives and takes away. I miss you guys so much and my heart hurts more everyday 💔
    R.I.P Jacob December 1976- February 2001
    Ian September 1989-August 2013
    Grandma June 1940- April 2012
    Nana. July 1938-February 2014
    Grandad March 1938-August 2014
    Grandpa December 1934- June 2020

    • @CraigAvenMusic
      @CraigAvenMusic  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      So very sorry for your loss and all the pain you feel.

  • @emiliyaa
    @emiliyaa 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nice song. Last year in May I lost my 39 years brother. Sometimes I do cry when I think about him. I also lost granny last year in August.

  • @nonalopez8105
    @nonalopez8105 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for this beautiful song. It does comfort me. I lost my husband on Dec 25, 2019.

    • @amoghcoorg4920
      @amoghcoorg4920 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I understand how you feel. I lost my grand uncle on Dec 9, 2019

  • @hijkrivera
    @hijkrivera 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It will be 5 years since our dear Harley Sue (age 13) went home on Christmas Eve in 2014 from cancer. It still seems like just yesterday we got the call. Waiting for Eternity!

  • @1goeers1
    @1goeers1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I lost my brother to cancer 6 weeks ago, after being diagnosed less than 7 weeks before. This song has touched me this morning. I know that I will never be the same after losing my brother. We were very close and did so many things together. I know he is no longer in pain. Thanks for this beautiful song.

    • @CraigAvenMusic
      @CraigAvenMusic  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am so sorry for the loss of your brother. That is truly heartbreaking. I'm thankful my song touched you, and I pray for more peace and comfort as you cherish the memory of your brother. Praying for you.

  • @ronhickox1070
    @ronhickox1070 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I lost my beautiful wife Sept 30/19. Christmas was her most important holiday. It's hard to enjoy Christmas with out her.
    But I know she is now an angel.

    • @jonkeefer6865
      @jonkeefer6865 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      same here. melanoma took mine from me and our boys on june 14, 2019. it's hard. i dont think ill ever recover, but i hide it very well. good luck to you.

  • @adamlapsevich9357
    @adamlapsevich9357 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm a 55 year old man who lost his mom earlier this year. This is my first Christmas without her. Dad passed 4 years ago and now that mom's gone, it's really hitting me. Thank you for that beautiful song. It's December 23 at 11:30pm... Christmas Eve is in a half hour, and this is all hitting me now.

  • @allanwells4886
    @allanwells4886 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is an amazing song! Has helped me since I lost my angelic wife in November, 2017. Thanks Craig.

    • @amoghcoorg4920
      @amoghcoorg4920 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m so sorry for your loss

  • @allanwells4886
    @allanwells4886 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This song sums up my situation exactly as I lost my darling Ros on Sunday, November 12th 2017. I know she is with her Lord and Saviour but it still hurts like crazy especially around Christmas which was her favourite time of the year. I can't wait to see her again in heaven.

    • @karynneal3555
      @karynneal3555 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So very sorry for your loss xxx

  • @pinkyheart9784
    @pinkyheart9784 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    1st Christmas without my only niece that was really close to me. She just passed December 17, 2018. Really hard. Thank you, for this song has been helping me, hurts a LOT, but knowing she is with Jesus now, is giving me comfort. Thanks to my love and his friends that shared this beautiful song to me. I love you so much, Maye Maye. You will forever be in my heart. Will miss you always. I will share this to my family. God bless you, sir.

  • @michelleferguson5665
    @michelleferguson5665 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I Lost my husband 4hours after Christmas Night 12/26/2010 . Even though it'll be 10 yrs in a couple of days It still so painful and Raw. Thank You for this song...

    • @amoghcoorg4920
      @amoghcoorg4920 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m so sorry for your loss

  • @Darpiano1
    @Darpiano1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This song is so meaningful to me. We experienced the loss of our daughter some years ago now. But we still miss her so much! Yes, Praise God, we do know that she’s with the Son of God! 🙏🏼💟

  • @donnamorin4613
    @donnamorin4613 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My Daddy died suddenly and unexpectedly on November 30 2019 in my home. I am so devastated. I only met him 7 years ago. There’s so much time we missed out on, but I will be forever grateful for the time we had. This songs is like a sliver of light in the darkness of my grief. Thank you.

    • @thriftyt8048
      @thriftyt8048 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      So so sorry for your loss, Donna. May the Lord so comfort you during this time as only He can. Praying for you, and so glad u got to spend 7 years getting to know him.

  • @Sacred_Sky_Heart
    @Sacred_Sky_Heart 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just lost my mom, and Christmas was her favorite holiday. Thank you for sharing this song.

  • @madonnaalsayaf1706
    @madonnaalsayaf1706 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    STAY STRONG 💪. KEEP THEM IN YOUR HEART. AND SOUL.GOD BLESS EVERYONE ALWAYS. ALL OVER THE WORLD 🌎.