Once in Royal David's City begins with a deliberately small scene: Bethlehem, a mother, and a newborn child laid in a feeding place.
Hymns Based on Luke 2:1
Christian hymns and worship songs connected to Luke 2:1
"Now in those days, a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be enrolled. This was the first enrollment made when Quirinius was governor of Syria. All went to enroll themselves, everyone to his own city. Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judea, to David’s city, which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and family of David, to enroll himself with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him as wife, being pregnant. While they were there, the day had come for her to give birth. She gave birth to her firstborn son. She wrapped him in bands of cloth and laid him in a feeding trough, because there was no room for them in the inn."
— Luke 2:1
Theological Significance
This verse has inspired Christian hymns that explore themes of Christmas, Hope, Humility, Incarnation, Jesus Christ. Many worship songs connected to Luke 2:1 proclaim these timeless biblical truths and invite believers to reflect on and celebrate the message of this scripture.
Sermon Themes from This Passage
- Christmas
- Hope
- Humility
- Incarnation
- Jesus Christ
Suggested Hymns for Worship
Reflection Hymn
Once in Royal David's City
Example Worship Flow
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Call to Worship Psalm 100
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Scripture Reading Luke 2:1
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Sermon Christmas
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Reflection Hymn Once in Royal David's City