“A Great and Mighty Wonder” is a Christmas hymn in which the incarnation is treated as mystery, proclamation, and praise.
Hymns Based on Matthew 1:23
Christian hymns and worship songs connected to Matthew 1:23
"“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 1:23
Theological Significance
This verse has inspired Christian hymns that explore themes of Christmas, Incarnation, Advent, Worship, Praise. Many worship songs connected to Matthew 1:23 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
- Worship
- Praise
Suggested Hymns for Worship
Opening Hymn
A Great and Mighty Wonder
Response Hymn
His Name Is Wonderful
Reflection Hymn
Away in a Manger
Example Worship Flow
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Call to Worship Psalm 100
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Opening Hymn A Great and Mighty Wonder
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Scripture Reading Matthew 1:23
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Sermon Christmas
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Response Hymn His Name Is Wonderful
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Reflection Hymn Away in a Manger
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Closing Hymn Emmanuel, Emmanuel
Hymns Inspired by This Passage
“Away in a Manger” is a beloved Christmas carol that reflects upon the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem with simplicity and tenderness.
Emmanuel, Emmanuel is a simple contemporary worship chorus celebrating the biblical truth that God is present with his people through Jesus Christ.
God Is With Us Alleluia is a hymn centered on the proclamation of Immanuel, celebrating the abiding presence of God among his people.
His Name Is Wonderful is a short gospel chorus that celebrates the majesty and saving power of Jesus Christ.
Lo How a Rose Eer Blooming is one of the most cherished Christmas hymns in the Western church.
O Come O Come Emmanuel is one of the most profound Advent hymns in the Christian tradition.
O Little Town of Bethlehem is one of the most beloved Christmas hymns in the English speaking Christian world.
Savior of the Nations, Come is one of the most significant Advent hymns in the Lutheran tradition and a cornerstone of Reformation hymnody.
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