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I Heard The Bells On Christmas Day
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Aug 14, 2026 updated
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Aaron Shust performs a rendition of the classic Christmas carol 'I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day,' originally a poem by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. The song reflects on the contrast between the joyful message of peace on earth and the despair of a world filled with hate and conflict. It moves from doubt to hope, affirming that God is alive and sovereign, and that ultimately right will prevail. The lyrics emphasize trust in God's faithfulness and the enduring promise of peace through Christ.
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I heard the bells on Christmas Day
Their old familiar carols play
And wild and sweet
The words repeat
Of peace on earth goodwill to men
And in despair I bowed my head
'There is no peace on earth' I said
For hate is strong
And mocks the song
Of peace on earth goodwill to men
Then pealed the bells more loud and deep
'God is not dead nor does He sleep'
The wrong shall fail
The right prevail
With peace on earth goodwill to men
God is not dead, nor does He sleep
God is not dead, nor does He sleep
Almighty Father Prince of Peace
His Word is true. His love is deep
His sovereign reign will never cease
God is not dead nor does He sleep
The wrong shall fail
The right prevail
With peace on earth goodwill to men