Moravian Book of Worship ‎#299

299. The Word of God a Promise Told

1 The word of God a promise told:
a king shall come, let all behold.
The world awaits his presence new,
a Child, a Son, a Savior true.

2 Welcome to earth, O Child Divine;
a gift so rare, a jewel find.
Our savior comes, is present here;
accept his light with love most dear.

3 We sing to you, O Child Divine;
we lift our songs, our candles shine.
Now be your light in us more clear,
reflecting love both far and near.

4 O Holy Spirit, stir us now,
inspire our hearts to make this vow:
we will go forth into the night
and share with all your gift of light.

Text Information

• First Line: The word of God a promise told
• Title: The Word of God a Promise Told
• Author: James V. Salzwedel (1975)
• Meter: L.M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1995
• Scripture:
  Isaiah 11:1-10
• Topic: Christmas; Christian year--Christmas

Tune Information

• Name: LOB SEI DEM ALLMÄCHTIGEN GOTT
• Composer: Johann Crüger (1640)
• Meter: L.M.
• Key: D Major
• Notes: 22 C in 1891 Offices of Worship and Hymns