Description
This is a slow, hymn-like song that speaks of the approaching events of the Christmas narrative, almost as a rehearsal of what is to come. The words draw broader parallels to themes of promise, welcome, awe and wonder, self-giving, hospitality and peace. The music score is also in Deeper Water.
Sing of a Promise
Sing of a star light
glimpse in the heavens
Sing of a beacon,
guides from afar
Sing of a promise,
shines like tomorrow
Bringing a child
who’ll carry us far
Sing of a town
where trav’llers are passing
Sing of a place
where families come home
Sing of a host
who welcomes the stranger
Making a bed
where love might be born
Emmanuel, God is here, Emmanuel
Sing of a silence
harbouring twilight
Sing of the herders
watching the night
Sing of the choir
whose song opens heaven
Gifting us peace
to make the world right
Sing of three gifts
of balm, gold and incense
Sing of the treasures
wise people bring
Sing from our hearts
our humble self-giving
Offering the Child
whose praises we ring
Emmanuel, God is here, Emmanuel
Sing of the child
who rocks on the waters
Sing of the landless
seeking a shore
Sing of the lives
still broken by sorrow
Open our hearts
And make them a home
Emmanuel, God is here, Emmanuel
Sing of the morn
when justice is coming
Sing of the day
when love comes to town
Sing of the time
when peace is our pathway
Glory to Christ
who makes all his own
Lyrics by Craig Mitchell. Music by Allan D Hoare. © 2014. CCLI 7032478
Sing of a Promise – Audio Demo by Allan Hoare
