The First Noel

 

The first Noel the angels did say 

Was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay

In fields where they lay keeping their sheep

On a cold winter's night that was so deep

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel

Born is the King of Israel

They looked up and saw a star 

Shining in the east, beyond them far

And to the earth it gave great light

And so it continued both day and night

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel

Born is the King of Israel

Then let us all with one accord

Sing praises to our heavenly Lord

That hath made heaven and earth of naught

And with His blood mankind hath bought

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel

Born is the King of Israel

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel

Born is the King of Israel

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel

Born is the King of Israel

The First Noel

CCLI Song # 31047

Words: Public Domain; Music: Public Domain

Verse 1

The first Noel the angel did say

Was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay

In fields where they lay keeping their sheep

On a cold winter's night that was so deep

저 들 밖에 한밤중에 양 틈에 자던 목자들

천사들이 전하여준 주 나신 소식 들었네

Chorus

Noel Noel Noel Noel

Born is the King of Israel

노엘 노엘 노엘 노엘

이스라엘 왕이 나셨네

Verse 2

They looked up and saw a star

Shining in the east beyond them far

And to the earth it gave great light

And so it continued both day and night

저 동방에 별 하나가 이상한 빛을 비추어 

이 땅 위에 큰 영광이 나타날 징조 보였네

Verse 3

And by the light of that same star

Three wise men came from country far

To seek for a king was their intent

And to follow the star wherever it went

Verse 4

This star drew nigh to the northwest

O'er Bethlehem it took its rest

And there it did both stop and stay

Right over the place where Jesus lay

그 한별이 베들레헴 향하여 바로 가더니 

아기 예수 누우신 집 그 위에 오자 멈췄네

Verse 5

Then entered in those wise men three

Full rev'rently upon the knee

And offered there in His presence

Their gold and myrrh and frankincense

저 동방의 박사들이 새 아기 보고 절하고 

그 보배합 다 열어서 세가지 예물 드렸네

Verse 6

Then let us all with one accord

Sing praises to our heavenly Lord

That hath made heaven and earth of naught

And with His blood mankind hath bought

The First Noel

저 들 밖에 한밤중에 

Verse 1

The- First- No-el, 

the- angels did say

Was to certain poor shepherds 

in fields as they lay

저 들 밖에 한밤중에 양 틈에 자던 목자들 

In- fields- where- they 

lay- keeping their sheep

On a cold winter's night- 

that was- so deep.

천사들이 전하여준 주 나신 소식 들었네

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel

Born is the King of Israel!

노엘 노엘 노엘 노엘

이스라엘 왕이 나셨네

Verse 2

They- look-ed- up 

and- saw- a star

Shining in- the east- 

beyond- them far

저 동방에 별 하나가 이상한 빛을 비추어 

And- to- the- earth 

it- gave- great light

And- so it continued 

both day- and night.

이 땅 위에 큰 영광이 나타날 징조 보였네

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel

Born is the King of Israel!

노엘 노엘 노엘 노엘

이스라엘 왕이 나셨네

Verse 3

And- by- the- light 

of- that- same star

Three- wise- men came- 

from coun-try far;

To- seek- for a king 

was- their- intent,

And to follow the star- 

wherever it went.

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel

Born is the King of Israel!

노엘 노엘 노엘 노엘

이스라엘 왕이 나셨네

Verse 4

This star drew nigh to the northwest

O'er Bethlehem it took its rest

그 한별이 베들레헴 향하여 바로 가더니 

And there it did both stop and stay

Right over the place where Jesus lay

아기 예수 누우신 집 그 위에 오자 멈췄네

Verse 5

Then entered in those wise men three

Full rev'rently upon the knee

저 동방의 박사들이 새 아기 보고 절하고 

And offered there in His presence

Their gold and myrrh and frankincense

그 보배합 다 열어서 세가지 예물 드렸네

Verse 6

Then- let- us all 

with- one- accord 

Sing- praises to- 

our heavenly Lord;

That- hath- made- Heav’n 

and- earth- of naught

And- with- His blood- 

mankind- hath bought

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel

Born is the King of Israel!

노엘 노엘 노엘 노엘

이스라엘 왕이 나셨네

저 들 밖에 한밤중에

Dec 22, 2024 Praise & Worship

 

• Hark The Herald Angels Sing (Mendelssohn)

• King of Kings

• The First Noel

Dec 15, 2024 "The Heart of Waiting for Christmas" (Matthew 2:1-6)

 

The Heart of Waiting for Christmas  

Matthew 2:1-6 

 

Many people knew about Jesus but they responded differently. 

 

Matthew 2:1-2 ESV 

[1] Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the east came to Jerusalem, [2] saying, “Where is he who has been born king of the Jews? For we saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.”  

 

King Herod wanted to keep his authority and did not like the news that there was another king of Jews. Sometimes we are like King Herod. We do not want Jesus to be our King and we do not want to submit to his authority 

 

The chief priests and the teachers of the law were aware of Jesus birth and identified where Jesus would be born. However, instead of going out to seek Jesus, they remained where they were with their knowledge. They were more interested in remaining in their place and their comfortable positions. Although they knew of the messiah and his coming, they were indifferent to this great news. 

 

Jesus came to the earth because He loved you. 

 

The Magi were also aware of Jesus' and followed a star to find Him. When they did find him, they worshipped him and gave gifts. 

 

The Magi demonstrated their understanding Jesus' kingship, humanity and divinity. They acknowledged his divinity and sacrificial love.  

 

We can choose to be like King Herod and cling onto our power and refuse to follow Jesus. We could also choose to be like the chief priests and scribes who know the scriptures but do nothing through indifference. Or we can be like the Magi and humble ourselves and seek out Jesus 

• O Come All Ye Faithful(Adeste Fideles)

• Angels We Have Heard On High (Gloria)
• The First Noel

177 I Just Keep Trusting My Lord

 

I Just Keep Trusting My Lord

John W. Peterson

CCLI Song #2461

Verse 1

I just keep trusting my Lord

As I walk along

I just keep trusting my Lord

And He gives a song

Tho' the storm clouds darken the sky

O'er the heav'nly trail

I just keep trusting my Lord

He will never fail

Chorus 1

He's a faithful friend

Such a faithful friend

I can count on Him to the very end

Tho' the storm clouds darken the sky

O'er the heav'nly trail

I just keep trusting my Lord

He will never fail

D.C

Chorus 1

He's a faithful friend

Such a faithful friend

I can count on Him to the very end

Tho' the storm clouds darken the sky

O'er the heav'nly trail

I just keep trusting my Lord

He will never fail

Verse 2

I just keep trusting my Lord

On the narrow way

I just keep trusting my Lord

As He leads each day

Tho' the road is weary at times

And I'm sad and blue

I just keep trusting my Lord

He will see me through

Chorus 2

He's a faithful guide

Such a faithful guide

He is always there walking by my side

Tho' the road is weary at times

And I'm sad and blue

I just keep trusting my Lord

He will see me through

나 주의 믿음 갖고

John W. Peterson

CCLI Song #7191826

Verse 1

나 주의 믿음 갖고

홀로 걸어도

나 주의 믿음 갖고

노래 부르리

폭풍 구름 몰아치고

하늘 덮여도

나 주의 믿음 갖고

실망치 않네

Chorus 1

주는 내 친구 진실한 친구

끝날까지도 주 의지하리

폭풍 구름 몰아치고

하늘 덮혀도

나 주의 믿음 갖고

실망치 않네

Verse 2

내 주는 선한 목자

나를 인도해

사망의 골짜기로

다닐지라도

주님께서 나의 길을

인도하시니

나 주를 따라가리

언제까지나

Chorus 2

주는 내 목자 선하신 목자

어디 가든지 함께 하시네

주님께서 나의 길을

인도하시니

나 주를 따라가리

언제까지나

Verse 1

I just keep trusting my Lord

As I walk along

I just keep trusting my Lord

And He gives a song

나 주의 믿음 갖고 홀로 걸어도

나 주의 믿음 갖고 노래 부르리

Tho' the storm clouds darken the sky

O'er the heav'nly trail

I just keep trusting my Lord

He will never fail

폭풍 구름 몰아치고 하늘 덮여도

나 주의 믿음 갖고 실망치 않네

Chorus 1

He's a faithful friend

Such a faithful friend

I can count on Him to the very end

주는 내 친구 진실한 친구

끝날까지도 주 의지하리

Tho' the storm clouds darken the sky

O'er the heav'nly trail

I just keep trusting my Lord

He will never fail

폭풍 구름 몰아치고 하늘 덮혀도

나 주의 믿음 갖고 실망치 않네

Verse 2

I just keep trusting my Lord

On the narrow way

I just keep trusting my Lord

As He leads each day

내 주는 선한 목자 나를 인도해

사망의 골짜기로 다닐지라도

Tho' the road is weary at times

And I'm sad and blue

I just keep trusting my Lord

He will see me through

주님께서 나의 길을 인도하시니

나 주를 따라가리 언제까지나

Chorus 2

He's a faithful guide

Such a faithful guide

He is always there walking by my side

주는 내 목자 선하신 목자

어디 가든지 함께 하시네

Tho' the road is weary at times

And I'm sad and blue

I just keep trusting my Lord

He will see me through

주님께서 나의 길을 인도하시니

나 주를 따라가리 언제까지나

Dec 8,2024 "The Last Day" (Revelation 7:9-17)

 

The Last Day 

Revelation talks about the last day, and we see that we will be victorious. 

 

Revelation 7:9 ESV 

[9] After this I looked, and behold, a great multitude that no one could number, from every nation, from all tribes and peoples and languages, standing before the throne and before the Lamb, clothed in white robes, with palm branches in their hands,  

 

We read here that there's a number who is so large that it cannot be counted. These people are dressed in white and holding palm branches symbolizing righteousness.  

 

We cannot escape suffering and the tribulation. As Christians, we suffer for Christ as Christ suffered for us. However, there is a reward for those who endure. 

 

Revelation 7:16-17 ESV 

[16]  They shall hunger no more, neither thirst anymore; the sun shall not strike them, nor any scorching heat. [17] For the Lamb in the midst of the throne will be their shepherd, and he will guide them to springs of living water, and God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.” 

 

Revelation was written as a book of comfort for the early Christians. They were being persecuted and they needed encouragement to give them the strength to persevere. 

 

We know that the victory is already in Jesus. Jesus has won the battle and we are waiting for his return.  

 

Salvation is promised to all who would believe in Jesus. Salvation is not reserved for certain groups of people or certain nations. Salvation was not just extended to the Israelites, but to all nations. 

 

One key distinction between Christians and others is the emphasis of praising God. Those who praise God are already living in heaven. Worship is responding to God and his Grace 

 

How do we respond to God's grace of salvation through Jesus.? We are reminded that the salvation that God offers is not just for us but also for others 

• King of Kings

• What A Beautiful Name
• Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)

Majestic Sweetness Sits Enthroned

 

Majestic Sweetness Sits Enthroned

CCLI Song # 27934

Samuel Stennett | Thomas Hastings

© Public Domain

Verse 1

Majestic sweetness sits enthroned

Upon the Savior's brow

His head with radiant glories crowned

His lips with grace o'erflow

His lips with grace o'erflow

Verse 2

No mortal can with Him compare

Among the sons of men

Fairer is He than all the fair

Who fill the heav'nly train

Who fill the heav'nly train

Verse 3

He saw me plunged in deep distress

He flew to my relief

For me He bore the shameful cross

And carried all my grief

And carried all my grief

Verse 4

To Him I owe my life and breath

And all the joys I have

He makes me triumph over death

And saves me from the grave

And saves me from the grave

Verse 5

Since from His bounty I receive

Such proofs of love divine

Had I a thousand hearts to give

Lord they should all be Thine

Lord they should all be Thine

새찬송가 27장 빛나고 높은 보좌와

1.빛나고 높은 보좌와

그 위에 앉으신

주 예수 얼굴 영광이

해 같이 빛나네

해 같이 빛나네

2.지극히 높은 위엄과

한없는 자비를

뭇천사 소리 모아서

늘 찬송드리네

늘 찬송드리네

3.영 죽을 나를 살리려

그 영광 버리고

그 부끄러운 십자가

날 위해 지셨네

날 위해 지셨네

4.나 이제 생명 있음은

주님의 은사요

저 사망 권세 이기니

큰 기쁨 넘치네

큰 기쁨 넘치네

5.주님의 보좌 있는데

천한 몸 이르러

그 영광 몸소 뵈올 때

내 기쁨 넘치리

내 기쁨 넘치리

1 Majestic sweetness sits enthroned

 Upon the Saviour's brow;

 His head with radiant glories crowned,

 His lips with grace o'erflow.

2 No mortal can with him compare,

 Among the sons of men;

 Fairer is he than all the fair

 That fill the heavenly train.

3 He saw me plunged in deep distress,

 He flew to my relief;

 For me He bore the shameful cross,

 And carried all my grief.

4 To Him I owe my life and breath,

 And all the joys I have;

 He makes me triumph over death,

 He saves me from the grave.

5 To heaven, the place of His abode,

 He brings my weary feet;

 Shows me the glories of my God,

 And makes my joys complete.

5A To heaven, the place of His abode,

 He brings my weary feet;

 Shows me the glories of my God,

 And makes my joy complete.

6 Since from His bounty I receive

 Such proofs of love divine,

 Had I a thousand hearts to give,

 Lord, they should all be Thine!

Samuel Stennett (1727-1795)

Dec 1, 2024 "Lukewarm Faith: A Call for Transformation"(Revelation 3:14-22)

 In Revelation, we know who this letter was written to and by Whom. Jesus speaks to seven different churches and gives messages. One of the messages is to the Ladeceian Church. Jesus criticizes their lukewarm approach to Jesus. 

 

Lukewarm means having no desire for God. They only read what they want and hear what they want. They are not compelled to repent or seek God more. Their efforts are half hearted. 

 

One of the problems with the church in Laodecia is that they think they are rich and self-sufficient. They feel secure in their prosperity and comfortable life. 

 

God is not gennie that just grants our wishes. Why do you worship? 

 

Revelation 3:18 ESV 

[18] I counsel you to buy from me gold refined by fire, so that you may be rich, and white garments so that you may clothe yourself and the shame of your nakedness may not be seen, and salve to anoint your eyes, so that you may see.  

 

The Ladeceians were rich from trade. They had large reserves of gold, luxurious clothes and eye salve. Jesus shows them they need to obtain superior items from him because they are poor, blind and naked. 

 

At first it seems that God is judging them, but really God is warning them and asking them to repent. 

 

Revelation 3:16 ESV 

[16] So, because you are lukewarm, and neither hot nor cold, I will spit you out of my mouth.  

 

We see that God is waiting for us. 

 

Revelation 3:20 ESV 

[20] Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he with me.  

 

Where can we find God? We find him in our own heart. We need to return back to God. We need to be passionate about our worship and dedication 

 

Yes, there is a warning, but more importantly, this is an invitation for us to return to God.  

• Goodness Of God

• King Of My Heart

• Yet Not I But Through Christ In Me