I’ve featured O Come, O Come Emmanuel lots and lots of times as part of Christmas Songs. This recently released version by Sara Groves has a new tune and setting for the lyrics. It’s very tasteful, and singable I think, though fans of the words themselves would probably prefer the old tune, and those who …

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Saviour Of The Nations is an old hymn, based on even older words. This rendition by a group named Koiné actually uses the traditional melody in a comptemporary rendition, and does capture some of the sense of desire and anticipation the hymn expresses. The lyrics: Saviour of the nations, come; Virgin’s Son, make here your …

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Justice Will Roll Down, by Sandra McCracken. This recording is from her Steadfast Live album. A light shines in the darkness. The light will return, creation will be renewed, the darkness will be gone forever. The lyrics: Verse 1. Oh my love, you have grown so cold To the world outside, to the house next …

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