In 2008, after five solo album releases, and nine with Passion, Tomlin made the move from Texas to Atlanta to be a worship leader for Giglioโs new church, Passion City Church, with its first service being held in February of 2009. Tomlin has since released four solo worship albums, two Christmas albums, and one live album.
In 2013, Tomlinโs seventh album Burning Light debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 albums chart, becoming only the fourth album by a Christian artist to top that chart, along with Butterfly Kisses (Shades of Grace) by Bob Carlisle, You Light Up My Life by LeeAnn Rimes, both in 1997, and TobyMac's Eye On It in 2012.
Tomlin has recorded some of the most famous songs ever in Christian music, such as How Great Is Our God, Holy Is The Lord, Our God, and Whom Shall I Fear (God of Angel Armies)
Throughout his successful career, Tomlin has won 22 GMA Dove Awards, two Billboard Music Awards, and a Grammy.
Chris Tomlinโs discography: The Noise We Make (2001)Not To Us (2002)Arriving (2004)Live From Austin Music Hall (2005)See The Morning (2006)Hello Love (2008)Glory In The Highest: Christmas Songs of Worship (2009) And If Our God Is For Usโฆ (2010)How Great Is Our God: The Essential Collection (2011)Burning Lights (2013) Love Ran Red (2014)Adore: Christmas Songs of Worship (2015) Never Lose Sight (2016)
Emmanuel
Chris Tomlin Lyrics
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A King is born in Bethlehem
Our journey long, we seek the light
That leads to the hallowed manger ground
What fear we felt in the silent age
Four-hundred years can He be found
But broken by a baby's cry
Emmanuel, Emmanuel
God incarnate, here to dwell
Emmanuel, Emmanuel
Praise His name Emmanuel
The son of God, here born to bleed
A crown of thorns would pierce His brow
And we beheld this offering
Exalted now the King of kings
Praise God for the hallowed manger ground
Emmanuel, Emmanuel
God incarnate, here to dwell
Emmanuel, Emmanuel
Praise His name Emmanuel
Oh, praise His name Emmanuel
Oh, praise His name Emmanuel
The song "Emmanuel" by Chris Tomlin is a powerful reminder of the birth of Jesus Christ in Bethlehem. The first verse takes us on a journey with the wise men, who followed a star to Bethlehem to find the newborn King. They had hope in their hearts as they sought the light that guided them to the manger where the baby lay. The hallowed manger ground is the birthplace of the Savior of the world, which is proclaimed with a sense of joy and reverence in the chorus.
The second verse shifts the tone of the song to the time leading up to the birth of Jesus, known as the silent age. It speaks of the four hundred years where there were no prophetic words from God. It was a time of darkness and spiritual hunger, where people yearned for a Savior. The birth of Jesus shattered the silence, and as the baby cried, He brought light into the world. The chorus repeats, highlighting the theme of the song, which is Emmanuel, God with us, the one who dwells among us.
The bridge of the song glorifies Jesus Christ as the Son of God, who came to earth to save us. He was born to bleed, and a crown of thorns pierced His brow. The offering that he made is exalted now, as He reigns as the King of kings. The final chorus declares the name of Jesus, as we offer Him praise for coming to dwell with us on this earth. The song concludes with a joyful praise for His name, Emmanuel.
Line by Line Meaning
What hope we hold this starlit night
We are filled with hope as we look up at the stars tonight.
A King is born in Bethlehem
A great and powerful ruler has just been born in Bethlehem.
Our journey long, we seek the light
We have traveled a great distance to find the light that will guide us.
That leads to the hallowed manger ground
We have found the sacred place where the baby lies.
What fear we felt in the silent age
We were scared during the time of silence before the birth of Jesus.
Four-hundred years can He be found
We wondered if it was possible to find the savior after 400 years of silence.
But broken by a baby's cry
Our fear was calmed by the sound of the baby's cry.
Rejoice in the hallowed manger ground
We celebrate in the sacred place where the baby was born.
Emmanuel, Emmanuel
Jesus is with us, always.
God incarnate, here to dwell
God has come to live among us.
Praise His name Emmanuel
Let us give thanks for Jesus, who is with us always.
The son of God, here born to bleed
Jesus, who is the son of God, was born to sacrifice his life for us.
A crown of thorns would pierce His brow
Jesus suffered greatly, including wearing a crown of thorns.
And we beheld this offering
We witnessed the sacrifice that Jesus made for us.
Exalted now the King of kings
Jesus is now recognized as the highest authority, the true king.
Praise God for the hallowed manger ground
We give thanks to God for the sacred place where Jesus was born.
Oh, praise His name Emmanuel
Let us continue to give thanks for Jesus and his everlasting presence.
Oh, praise His name Emmanuel
Let us continue to give thanks for Jesus and his everlasting presence.
Lyrics ยฉ MUSIC SERVICES, INC.
Written by: CHRIS TOMLIN, ED CASH
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B. Perez
Oh praise His name! He is worthy!!!๐๐ผโฅ๏ธโฅ๏ธโฅ๏ธ
Chalzy
Agree.
Faith Nyambati
One of my favorite Christmas songs! Praise his name Emmanuel. ๐๐
Mizo
GOD incarnate, here to dwell.... Praise his name Emmanuel.
True gospel. Hope many people will believe that Father, Son and Holy Spirit is only One ๐
tyler heulett
Amen ๐โค๏ธโ๏ธโฎ๏ธ๐ฅโก๏ธ
Eternity
WOW!!!๐ What a wonderful praise for JESUS that touches the hearts strongly.๐ Thank you very much for this and God bless you all! ๐
Barbara Flowers
It's been awhile since I've heard this song. Love it
K. P.
This is one of my favorite songs! Thanks Chris. Merry Christmas. ๐ค๐ค
Kazi Trakha
Yes, Lord Emmanuel ๐๐๐
Rebecca Griffin
I love your new music so good.