December 29 in the twelve days of Christmas is associated with Thomas a’Beckett, the Archbishop of Canterbury who was murdered for challenging the King’s authority over the church. A day to remember a disciple of Jesus who chose faithfulness to Jesus above all earthly powers. A day to sing praises to Jesus our Saviour. Here’s …
December 28 in the twelve days of Christmas remembers the innocents put to death because of the evil of Israel’s jealously insecure ruler King Herod. This song called Flight To Egypt by Ordinary Time is about Jesus and his family’s flight to Egypt and the comfort that grieving parents have in the fulfilment of his …
December 27 is associated with Jesus’ beloved disciple John. Thinking of the first chapter of John’s Gospel, the hymn Thou Who Wast Rich Beyond All Splendour evokes much of its content. Philippians chapter 2 also comes to mind. This version is by Steve Green. The lyrics are held by the organisation OMF. Thou who art …
December 26 is associated with Simeon’s song, (nunc dimmittis) and Stephen. This version of Simeon’s Song is from The Porter’s Gate Advent Songs album, featuring Tenielle Neda and Paul Zach. My eyes have seen the Messiah For Christ has finally come As the prophets foretold The kingdom of God has come The kingdom of God …
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