Key Words: I am the rose of Sharon
I believe the rose of Sharon is symbolic of Jesus and His love just as
the lily of the valley is symbolic of love in the midst of thorns. Jesus is our love when we are living among
the thorns of life.
“Hark, the Herald Angels Sing” was written by Charles Wesley, brother
to John Wesley, and one of the most prolific of all hymn writers. The Wesleys founded the Methodist movement in
The first verse announces that Jesus came to reconcile God with
humanity. In the next verse, the newborn
child, Jesus, is the incarnate Deity – God come in the flesh. The last verse gives three reasons Christ was
born – that man would not die, to bring resurrection into humanity, and to make
available the second birth. It also
tells of three things He brought with Him – healing, light, and life.
Several titles of Jesus appear in the hymn – King, Lord, Emmanuel
(which means “God with us”), Prince of Peace, and Sun of Righteousness. These tell us not only who He is, but what He
does: The King leads a kingdom, the Lord
accepts worship, Emmanuel provides companionship, and the Sun offers warmth and
light for the growth of righteousness.
How attractive He is! Jesus
Christ is the true beauty of Christmas.
“Glory to the newborn King;
Peace on earth, and mercy mild,
God and sinners reconciled!”
Joyful, all ye nations rise,
Join the triumph of the skies,
With th’angelic host proclaim:
“Christ is born in
Refrain
Hark! The herald angels sing,
“Glory to the newborn King!”
~ Charles Wesley, 1707-1788
What to do:
✞ Remember, not just during the Christmas season but in our daily lives, Jesus is our King!
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