This December has been one for the books. We added some extra things to our plates which we will not be doing again next year! We live and learn. Always. The Lord seems to be teaching us new lessons concerning our priorities.
This time of year always creates a frantic feeling for our family. But underneath the sirens of stress there is a soft whisper. Peace is mine at any moment—in any scenario—when I come away to the King. The One who knows me best and loves me most is ever ready to meet with me and quiet my noise.
We will debut this new worship arrangement of Away in a Manger at the Highlands Latin School Choir Presentation on December 15 and then sing it again for our Christmas Day Worship Service at Harbour Shores Church. May the truth of these lyrics silence the noise for you this December, reminding you that you too can come away to the King.
AWAY IN A MANGER/COME AWAY
Amy Branson Fata © 2022 Portion Music
Away in a manger a baby did lie
In Bethlehem city on one starry night
The gift of salvation from heaven above
Fulfillment of ages and promise of love
Away in a stable a Savior was born
The gift of compassion to all those who mourn
His mercy so tender, His wisdom so deep
A Shepherd to guide the poor wandering sheep
Come away, come to the manger
Come away, come to the King
Away in a manger the hope of mankind
All prophecies answered, each wonder and sign
The promised Messiah incarnate come down
We battered and bruised Him with thorns for a crown
Away on a hilltop “Let’s crucify Him!”
The cry of the scoffers and my voice within
My anguish, my darkness, my wretched estate
Are all I could offer as He changed my fate
Come away, come to the hilltop
Come away, come to the King
Lord, let me give more to You than Calv’ry’s weight
I forsake my envy, my groaning, my hate
I run to Your manger, I kneel at Your cross
I bow to Your Lordship no matter the cost
Come away, come to the Savior
Come away, come to the King
Come away, come to the Savior
Come away, come to the King
Come away
Come away
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