December 12th

The First Noel

• Lyrics

  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.

  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.

  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.

  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.

  Then entered in those wise men three,
  full rev'rently upon their knee,
  and offered there, in His presence,
  their gold and myrrh and frankincense.

  Then let us all with one accord
  sing praises to our heav'nly Lord,
  that hath made heav'n and earth of naught,
  and with His blood mankind hath bought.

Scripture

“Give thanks to the Lord, call on his name;
proclaim his deeds among the peoples.
Sing to him, sing praise to him;
tell about all his wondrous works!
Boast in his holy name;
let the hearts of those who seek the Lord rejoice.
Seek the Lord and his strength;
seek his face always.
Remember the wondrous works he has done,
his wonders, and the judgments he has pronounced”

— Psalm 105:1-5 (CSB)

Other Scripture reading:

Deuteronomy 32:7-10

Discussion Questions

1. What was the intent of the early Christmas carols?

2. What are some ways that God has shown His faithfulness to you?

3. What can you do to keep the remembrance and legacy of faith alive?