Hymn Lyrics

PLEASE NOTE: Not all verses may be sung and words may vary in the particular hymn presentation.

For Unto Us a Child Is Born (From Handel: Messiah)
Words: Scriptural text compiled by Charles Jennens
Music: For Unto Us a Child Is Born | George Frideric Handel
For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given, and the government
shall be upon His shoulder; and His name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor,
the Mighty God, the Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace.
(Isaiah 9:6)
He Shall Feed His Flock (From Handel: Messiah)
Words: Scriptural text compiled by Charles Jennens
Music: He Shall Feed His Flock | George Frideric Handel
He shall feed His flock like a shepherd;
and He shall gather the lambs with His arm,
and carry them in His bosom, and gently lead those that are with young.
(Isaiah 40:11)

Come unto Him, all ye that labour, come unto Him that are heavy laden, and He will give you rest.
Take his yoke upon you, and learn of Him, for He is meek and lowly of heart,
and ye shall find rest unto your souls.
(Matthew 11:28–29)
Rejoice Greatly (From Handel: Messiah)
Words: Scriptural text compiled by Charles Jennens
Music: Rejoice Greatly | George Frideric Handel
Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion; shout, O daughter of Jerusalem!
Behold, thy King cometh unto thee; He is the righteous Saviour, and He shall speak peace unto the heathen.
Rejoice greatly…da capo
(Zecharaiah 9:9–10)