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The First Noel
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Aug 21, 2026 updated
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Highlands Worship performs a rendition of the classic Christmas carol "The First Noel," which tells the story of the angels announcing Jesus' birth to shepherds in the fields. The song recounts how the shepherds saw a bright star that led them to the newborn King of Israel. With its repeated refrain of "Noel," the carol celebrates the joy and wonder of the nativity, emphasizing the birth of Jesus as the fulfillment of God's promise. The arrangement by Highlands Worship brings a contemporary worship feel to this traditional hymn, inviting listeners to reflect on the humble beginnings of the Savior and the good news of His arrival.
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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
Noel, noel
Noel, noel
Born is the King of Israel
Noel, noel
Noel, noel
Born is the King of Israel
Noel, noel
Noel, noel
Born is the King of Israel
Noel, noel
Noel, noel
Born is the King of Israel
Born is the King of Israel