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The Night That Christ Was Born
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Jul 19, 2026 updated
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Kirk Franklin's song celebrates the night of Christ's birth, inviting listeners to join angels and people from every nation in rejoicing. It emphasizes the salvation brought by Jesus, born in a manger, and the worship of Him as holy. The lyrics focus on the wonder of the Savior and the renewal of hearts through His favor.
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[Chorus:]
Listen to the angels
Rejoicing e'er so sweetly
Receiving heaven's glory
The night that Christ was born
[repeat]
[Chorus II]
Can't you see the people
Coming from every nation
Pleading for salvation
The night that Christ was born
[Repeat Chorus I & II]
[Chorus III]
Oh such a wonderful savior
To be born in a manger
So that I can share His favor
And my heart be made anew
[Chorus IV]
Listen to the trumpets
Shouting through the darkness
Crying 'holy, holy'
The night that Christ was born
[Repeat Chorus III and IV]
[Repeat Chorus III]
Listen to the trumpets
Shouting through the darkness
Crying 'holy, holy' (Now Behold the Savior)
The night that Christ was born
[repeat Chorus]