Away in a Manger is a late nineteenth-century American Christmas carol that joins a simple Nativity scene with a child's prayer for the presence and care of Jesus.
Hymns Based on Matthew 1:22
Christian hymns and worship songs connected to Matthew 1:22
"Now all this has happened that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the Lord through the prophet, saying, “Behold, the virgin shall be with child, and shall give birth to a son. They shall call his name Immanuel,” which is, being interpreted, “God with us.”"
— Matthew 1:22
Theological Significance
This verse has inspired Christian hymns that explore themes of Christmas, Incarnation, Advent, Divine Presence, Immanuel. Many worship songs connected to Matthew 1:22 proclaim these timeless biblical truths and invite believers to reflect on and celebrate the message of this scripture.
Sermon Themes from This Passage
- Christmas
- Incarnation
- Advent
- Divine Presence
- Immanuel
Suggested Hymns for Worship
Opening Hymn
God Is With Us Alleluia
Reflection Hymn
Away in a Manger
Example Worship Flow
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Call to Worship Psalm 100
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Opening Hymn God Is With Us Alleluia
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Scripture Reading Matthew 1:22
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Sermon Christmas
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Reflection Hymn Away in a Manger
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Closing Hymn O Come, O Come, Emmanuel
Hymns Inspired by This Passage
God Is With Us Alleluia is a hymnal display title for Graham Kendrick’s The Candle Song, also known by its opening words, Like a Candle Flame.
O Come, O Come, Emmanuel is an Advent hymn of longing, promise, and confident hope.