December 3rd

Come Thou Long Expected Jesus

• Lyrics

  Come, thou long expected Jesus,
  born to set thy people free;
  from our fears and sins release us,
  let us find our rest in thee.
  Israel's strength and consolation,
  hope of all the earth thou art;
  dear desire of every nation,
  joy of every longing heart.

  Born thy people to deliver,
  born a child and yet a King,
  born to reign in us forever,
  now thy gracious kingdom bring.
  By thine own eternal spirit
  rule in all our hearts alone;
  by thine all sufficient merit,
  raise us to thy glorious throne.

Scripture

“Those who look to him are radiant with joy;
their faces will never be ashamed.”

— Psalm 34:5 (CSB)

Other Scripture reading:

Psalm 34, Psalm 126

Discussion Questions

1. What are some injustices you see every day?

2. What are some ways other people have blessed you in times of need or hardship?

3. What can you do to help defend the brokenhearted and crushed in spirit?