O Come O Come Emmanuel
Laura Story's rendition of the classic Advent hymn 'O Come, O Come, Emmanuel' is a prayerful plea for the coming of the Messiah. The song captures the longing of Israel for deliverance and the hope that Emmanuel, meaning 'God with us,' will bring peace and light to a world in darkness. It reflects on themes of exile, redemption, and the anticipation of Christ's arrival, encouraging believers to rejoice in the promise of His coming. The hymn's timeless message resonates with those awaiting spiritual comfort and the fulfillment of God's promises.
O come, O come, Emmanuel
And ransom captive Israel
That mourns in lonely exile here
Until the Son of God appear
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel
Shall come to thee, O Israel
O come, Thou Dayspring, come and cheer
Our spirits by Thine advent here
Disperse the gloomy clouds of night
And death's dark shadows put to flight
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel
Shall come to thee, O Israel
Shall come to thee, O Israel
O come, Desire of nations, bind
All peoples in one heart and mind
Bid env'ry, strife, and quarrels cease
Fill all the world with Heaven's peace
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel
Shall come to thee, O Israel
Shall come to thee, O Israel
O come, O come, Emmanuel
O come, O come, Emmanuel
Shall come to thee, O Israel
Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel