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Behind the Music (December 2 - December 23, 2007)

This December, discover what's behind the Christmas music that Christians have sung for centuries.

Behind the Music [December 2- December 23, 2007]

Hope
[December 2, 2007] Hope. O Come, O Come Emmanuel. This song is the oldest Christmas carol which is still sung today. Learn about the origins of the verses in this song, the names of Christ which are referred to in the verses, and the message for us today. A message by Jon Morrissette. read more...

Peace
[December 9, 2007] Peace. Hark, the Herald Angels Sing. This hymn implores us to stop during the hectic pace of the Christmas season and lift our eyes toward the heavens. We can rejoice with the angels regarding Jesus' birth. A message by Jon Morrissette. read more...

Joy
[December 16, 2007] Joy. Joy to the World. "The joy of the godless lasts but a moment." Job 20:5. Learn the background of a hymn that promises us joy for all of eternity. A message by Jon Morrissette. read more...

Love
[December 23, 2007] Love. Silent Night, Holy Night. What was so holy about the circumstances surrounding Jesus' birth? Why did the author of this carol, Josef Mohr, pen these lyrics? Learn about the meaning behind the words. A message by Jon Morrissette. read more...