O come, all ye faithful, joyful and triumphant
O come ye, O come ye, to Bethlehem
Come and behold Him
Born the King of Angels
O come, let us adore Him
O come, let us adore Him
O come, let us adore Him
Christ the Lord
God of God, Light of Light
Lo, He abhors not the Virgin's womb
Very God
Begotten, not created
O come, let us adore Him
O come, let us adore Him
O come, let us adore Him
Christ the Lord
Sing, choirs of angels, sing in exultation
Sing, all ye citizens of heaven above
Glory to God
All glory in the highest
O come, let us adore Him
O come, let us adore Him
O come, let us adore Him
Christ the Lord
Yea, Lord, we greet Thee, born this happy morning
Jesus, to Thee be glory given
Word of the Father
Now in flesh appearing
O come, let us adore Him
O come, let us adore Him
O come, let us adore Him
Christ the Lord
"O Come All Ye Faithful" is a beloved Christmas carol that has been sung and cherished by believers for centuries. Jeremy Riddle's rendition of this timeless song brings a fresh and captivating perspective to the familiar lyrics. In this article, we will explore the meaning, inspiration, and the story behind the song, as well as examine scripture verses that relate to the theme of the song.
The song begins with the invitation for all faithful believers to come and join in the joyous celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. It calls us to come to Bethlehem and behold the newborn King of Angels. This is an invitation to worship and adore the Savior who has come to bring salvation to the world. The lyrics beautifully capture the awe and wonder of that holy night and the significance of Christ's birth.
The inspiration for this song can be traced back to the Gospel accounts of the nativity. The story of Jesus' birth is found in the books of Matthew and Luke, where we read about the shepherds who were visited by angels and guided to the manger where Jesus lay. The shepherds, filled with joy and wonder, went to see the baby Jesus and worshiped Him. This sense of awe and worship is reflected in the lyrics of "O Come All Ye Faithful."
The song also highlights the divinity of Jesus as it proclaims Him as the "God of God, Light of Light." This phrase echoes the words of the Nicene Creed, a statement of faith that affirms Jesus' deity. It emphasizes that Jesus is not just a human baby, but the Son of God who took on flesh and dwelt among us. This truth is rooted in the biblical concept of the incarnation, as described in John 1:14: "The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us."
Throughout the song, we are reminded of the role of angels in the Christmas story. The lyrics call on the choirs of angels and all citizens of heaven to join in the exultation and glory to God. This aligns with the biblical account of the angels appearing to the shepherds, proclaiming the good news of Jesus' birth and glorifying God (Luke 2:8-14). The angels' song of praise sets the stage for the worship and adoration that is central to the song.
One of the key themes of "O Come All Ye Faithful" is the call to adoration and worship. The repeated refrain "O come, let us adore Him" emphasizes the importance of worshiping Jesus as the Lord and Savior. This echoes the biblical exhortation to worship God with all our hearts and to give Him the praise and adoration He deserves.
In conclusion, "O Come All Ye Faithful" by Jeremy Riddle is a powerful and inspiring rendition of a timeless Christmas carol. The song captures the awe and wonder of the nativity story, inviting all believers to come and worship the newborn King. Through its lyrics and melody, it reminds us of the divinity of Jesus, the role of angels in the Christmas story, and the importance of worship and adoration. As we sing this song, may our hearts be filled with joy and gratitude for the gift of Jesus Christ, the Savior of the world.
