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Come Thou Long Expected Jesus
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Jul 27, 2026 updated
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Chris Tomlin and Christy Nockels perform a modern rendition of the classic Advent hymn "Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus." The song expresses anticipation for Jesus's birth and his role as deliverer from fear and sin. It reflects on Jesus as the hope of all nations and the joy of every heart, while also looking forward to his reign in believers' lives. The lyrics emphasize themes of rest, deliverance, and the coming of God's kingdom, drawing from the biblical promise of a Messiah who brings freedom and eternal life.
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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.
By Thine all sufficient merit,
Raise us to Thy glorious throne.