Here are short synopses of the message of each of the songs we sing, in order--as I see it. You might want to read through the words and write down your own synopses.
Ding! Dong! Merrily on High: Let us joyfully join with the angels in singing and ringing bells to celebrate the glorious birth of our Savior.
Blizzard! Starting with one little snowflake, this song is a musical interpretation of swirling, dancing, drifting snow that grows into a delightful winter storm.
My Heart, Your Bethlehem: Jesus' life began with rejection. There was no room in the inn. Throughout all of history there have been those who reject Him and His message. I will make room for Him in my heart and welcome His presence. In so doing, my heart becomes His Bethlehem.
For Unto Us a Child is Born: Isaiah prophesied long ago of the birth of the Christ child. He will be born for us and will be called "Wonderful counselor," "The Mighty God," "Everlasting Father," "Prince of Peace," and he will govern the world.
Harper's Creek: We work hard day after day. Christmas Eve is time to relax with good friends and dance. Even if there's no fiddler to play music, we can dance to the music in our head and the rhythm of clapping.
Song of Bethlehem: This song chronicles the life of the Savior. He was born in Bethlehem. He grew up and lived in Galilee, where he performed great miracles and served with love. He died on Calvary's hill and rose again with power to save us all. His birth in Bethlehem was but the beginning of his incomparable life.
Lullay Alleluia: Mary's soft lullaby complements the alleluias of heavenly angels as they join in singing to the little tiny Christ child.
Cry Out! Jesus' birth is the most important event ever to occur in the history of the world. It is the good news that should be shared with the world and shouted from the rooftops! Jesus the Savior is born! Cry out the good news!
My True Love Gave to Me: Honestly, what would we do with all those crazy gifts? This song lightheartedly rejects them all but those lovely five golden rings. Yeah, we can all use golden rings.
Breath of Heaven: Mary, about to give birth for the first time, is filled with fear and apprehension and self-doubt about her role as the mother of God's son. She pleads for Heaven's strength and blessings as she humbly expresses her faithful willingness to play her part in His eternal plan.
Fum! Fum! Fum! We join with angels, bells, stars and all of nature in rejoicing in the birth of our Savior on Christmas Day.
A Silent Night Brings New Light: One silent night, long ago, brought to the world the marvelous Light--the Savior of the world, the Promised Messiah, bringing about the joyous fulfillment of age-old prophesies. And, He'll come again!
The Story Begins: This song paints the sweet domestic picture of Mary and Joseph sharing the task of caring for baby Jesus. They each tenderly rock and sing lullabies to the newborn and send up heartfelt prayers of gratitude for the birth of this important little boy.
Joy in Judea: Joy, hope, peace, love and the promise of good will filled the small town of Bethlehem and all of Judea when Jesus was born on Christmas morning.
I Ponder: The familiar events of Jesus birth are long over, but as we take time to think about that important day, we can imagine the wonder and love in the hearts of those who were there and we can almost see, hear and smell what it was like. The Creator of the world humbled himself and became the least among all of His creations. We can still invite the Savior into our lives today because He lives.
Sleigh Bells: Let's go sleigh riding with friends! We'll go fast and furious, get cold but stay warm and hear lots of sleigh bells ring as we go along!
Nutcracker Jingles: It's Jingle Bells like you've never heard it before! Tsychovsky may be rolling over in his grave over this fun rendition of his familiar Nutcraker Suite...but we're going to have fun singing it anyway!
A Christmas Blessing: May the precious gifts of love, joy, happiness and God's blessings be yours this Christmas and throughout the coming year.
Ding! Dong! Merrily on High: Let us joyfully join with the angels in singing and ringing bells to celebrate the glorious birth of our Savior.
Blizzard! Starting with one little snowflake, this song is a musical interpretation of swirling, dancing, drifting snow that grows into a delightful winter storm.
My Heart, Your Bethlehem: Jesus' life began with rejection. There was no room in the inn. Throughout all of history there have been those who reject Him and His message. I will make room for Him in my heart and welcome His presence. In so doing, my heart becomes His Bethlehem.
For Unto Us a Child is Born: Isaiah prophesied long ago of the birth of the Christ child. He will be born for us and will be called "Wonderful counselor," "The Mighty God," "Everlasting Father," "Prince of Peace," and he will govern the world.
Harper's Creek: We work hard day after day. Christmas Eve is time to relax with good friends and dance. Even if there's no fiddler to play music, we can dance to the music in our head and the rhythm of clapping.
Song of Bethlehem: This song chronicles the life of the Savior. He was born in Bethlehem. He grew up and lived in Galilee, where he performed great miracles and served with love. He died on Calvary's hill and rose again with power to save us all. His birth in Bethlehem was but the beginning of his incomparable life.
Lullay Alleluia: Mary's soft lullaby complements the alleluias of heavenly angels as they join in singing to the little tiny Christ child.
Cry Out! Jesus' birth is the most important event ever to occur in the history of the world. It is the good news that should be shared with the world and shouted from the rooftops! Jesus the Savior is born! Cry out the good news!
My True Love Gave to Me: Honestly, what would we do with all those crazy gifts? This song lightheartedly rejects them all but those lovely five golden rings. Yeah, we can all use golden rings.
Breath of Heaven: Mary, about to give birth for the first time, is filled with fear and apprehension and self-doubt about her role as the mother of God's son. She pleads for Heaven's strength and blessings as she humbly expresses her faithful willingness to play her part in His eternal plan.
Fum! Fum! Fum! We join with angels, bells, stars and all of nature in rejoicing in the birth of our Savior on Christmas Day.
A Silent Night Brings New Light: One silent night, long ago, brought to the world the marvelous Light--the Savior of the world, the Promised Messiah, bringing about the joyous fulfillment of age-old prophesies. And, He'll come again!
The Story Begins: This song paints the sweet domestic picture of Mary and Joseph sharing the task of caring for baby Jesus. They each tenderly rock and sing lullabies to the newborn and send up heartfelt prayers of gratitude for the birth of this important little boy.
Joy in Judea: Joy, hope, peace, love and the promise of good will filled the small town of Bethlehem and all of Judea when Jesus was born on Christmas morning.
I Ponder: The familiar events of Jesus birth are long over, but as we take time to think about that important day, we can imagine the wonder and love in the hearts of those who were there and we can almost see, hear and smell what it was like. The Creator of the world humbled himself and became the least among all of His creations. We can still invite the Savior into our lives today because He lives.
Sleigh Bells: Let's go sleigh riding with friends! We'll go fast and furious, get cold but stay warm and hear lots of sleigh bells ring as we go along!
Nutcracker Jingles: It's Jingle Bells like you've never heard it before! Tsychovsky may be rolling over in his grave over this fun rendition of his familiar Nutcraker Suite...but we're going to have fun singing it anyway!
A Christmas Blessing: May the precious gifts of love, joy, happiness and God's blessings be yours this Christmas and throughout the coming year.
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