This is my own rendition of a personal favorite. This Christmas hymn talks about a special kind of hope, one that does not disappoint. May it bring warmth to you this holiday season.
lyrics
O come, O come, Emmanuel,
And ransom captive Israel,
That mourns in lonely exile here
Until the Son of God appear.
Rejoice! Rejoice!
Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel.
O come, Thou Day-spring, come and cheer
Our spirits by Thine advent here;
Disperse the gloomy clouds of night,
And death’s dark shadows put to flight.
O come, Desire of nations, bind
In one the hearts of all mankind;
Bid Thou our sad divisions cease,
And be Thyself our King of Peace.
credits
released December 23, 2011
All parts arranged and performed by Warren Lain
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