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Mary and Joseph
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Aug 14, 2026 updated
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Chris Renzema's song "Mary & Joseph" retells the Christmas story from the perspective of the young couple, focusing on their faith and commitment amid the extraordinary circumstances of Jesus's birth. The lyrics imagine Mary's wonder at carrying the Creator and Joseph's decision to stand by her despite the scandal. The song emphasizes the miraculous nature of their child and the strength of their love and trust in God's plan. It captures the human side of the nativity, highlighting obedience and the quiet courage of saying yes to God's call.
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One, two, three
Well, Mary, Mary
Did you ever think you'd carry
The weight of the world?
And the hands that formed it?
Hardly more than a child yourself
You'll need a little help
Joseph, Joseph
Those cards, don't you fold them
This hand that you've been dealt
And the hand you're holding
It's more than you bargained for
But don't go walking out that door
'Cause she said, "Hold on, hold on
I know this sounds crazy"
And he said, "You're still the one I wanna marry"
So hold on, hold on
'Cause I know this seems wild
It's a miracle, falling in love
And this is a miracle child
So Mary, Mary
The day you're getting married
And this isn't what you dreamed of
Walking down the aisle at eight months
They'll never understand
That this isn't what you planned
So Joseph, Joseph
These rumors, they get real rough
And the name that you defend
Well, it's the name of real love
You couldn't see where this road led
But you'd believed her when she said
"Hold on, hold on
I know this sounds crazy"
And he said, "You're still the one I wanna marry"
So hold on, hold on
'Cause I know this seems wild
It's a miracle, falling in love
And this is a miracle child
Ooh
Ooh
Ooh
Well, Joseph, Mary
It's a lot that you've carried
This Child, this Savior
And one another
This miracle, this love
This miracle, this love
A miracle, your love
This miracle, this love