He has since launched another album, Beautiful News, and continues to write many more popular songs such as You Never Let Go and Shine.
Songfacts states that Redman's eighth album 10,000 Reasons, was co-written with several of his friends. He then recorded the songs live in Atlanta, leading worship for over 1,000 worship leaders during LIFT: A Worship Leader Collective, put on by Passion City Church and sixstepsrecords on February 18 and 19, 2011. It sold nearly 7,000 units its first week in the US, almost doubling Redman's previous album release We Shall Not Be Shaken. The LP entered the Billboard 200 at #66, his biggest debut to date.
O Little Town
Matt Redman Lyrics
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Above thy deep and dreamless sleep the silent stars go by
Yet in thy dark streets shineth, the everlasting light
The hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight
And the Glory of Christmas, is the Glory of Christ
And the Glory of Christmas, is the Glory of His love
Descend to us, we pray
Cast out our sin and enter in
Be born in us today
We hear the Christmas angels
The great glad tidings tell
O come to us, abide with us
Our Lord in Emmanuel
And the Glory of Christmas, is the Glory of Christ
And the Glory of Christmas, is the Glory of His love
Oh the story of his love, his love, his love for us
Oh the story of his love
How silently, how silently
The wondrous gift is given
So God imparts to human hearts
The blessings of his heaven
No ear may here his coming
But in this world of sin
Where meek souls will receive him still
The dear Christ enters in
O Christ be welcomed in
And the Glory of Christmas, is the Glory of Christ
And the Glory of Christmas, is the Glory of His love
All the Glory of Christmas, is the Glory of Christ
All the Glory of Christmas
The story of his love
The story of his love
The story of his love
The lyrics to "O Little Town" by Matt Redman beautifully capture the essence of the town of Bethlehem and its significance in the Christmas story. The opening lines depict Bethlehem as a quiet and peaceful town, where the stars silently pass above as its residents lie in deep slumber. However, amidst the darkness of its streets, the everlasting light of hope and fear intersects on this special night.
The chorus emphasizes that the glory of Christmas is the glory of Christ, highlighting the true essence and meaning behind the festive season. The glory lies not in the decorations, gifts, or festivities, but in the love and grace brought by the birth of Jesus Christ. This love is the central theme of Christmas, reminding us of the unconditional and redemptive love God showed by sending His son into the world.
The second part of the song focuses on the plea for the holy child of Bethlehem to descend and be born in our hearts. The lyrics convey the desire for Jesus to enter into our lives, casting out sin and bringing salvation. The reference to Christmas angels proclaiming joyous tidings links back to the biblical account of angels announcing the birth of Jesus to the shepherds. The song concludes with the invitation to Jesus to abide and dwell with us as Emmanuel, meaning "God with us."
Overall, "O Little Town" beautifully weaves the timeless story of Christmas with a heartfelt yearning for Christ's presence and a recognition of the true glory of Christmas being the glory of His love.
Line by Line Meaning
O little town of Bethlehem, how still we see thee lie
Oh humble and peaceful town of Bethlehem, we observe your tranquility
Above thy deep and dreamless sleep the silent stars go by
While you slumber undisturbed and without dreams, the quiet stars pass overhead
Yet in thy dark streets shineth, the everlasting light
Nevertheless, in your dimly lit streets, the eternal light shines brightly
The hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight
The expectations and anxieties of countless years find fulfillment within you this very night
And the Glory of Christmas, is the Glory of Christ
The splendor and magnificence of Christmas is the splendor and magnificence of Christ
And the Glory of Christmas, is the Glory of His love
And the splendor and magnificence of Christmas is the splendor and magnificence of His love
O holy child of Bethlehem
Oh sacred infant from Bethlehem
Descend to us, we pray
We humbly request that you come down to us
Cast out our sin and enter in
Banish our sins and enter into our lives
Be born in us today
Be reborn within us on this day
We hear the Christmas angels
We hear the angels of Christmas
The great glad tidings tell
They proclaim the wonderful news
O come to us, abide with us
Oh, come to us and stay by our side
Our Lord in Emmanuel
Our Lord, who is called Emmanuel
Oh the story of his love, his love, his love for us
Oh, the narrative of His love, His love, His love towards us
How silently, how silently
How quietly, how peacefully
The wondrous gift is given
The marvelous gift is bestowed
So God imparts to human hearts
Thus, God bestows upon human hearts
The blessings of his heaven
The blessings from His heavenly realm
No ear may here his coming
No ear may perceive His arrival
But in this world of sin
However, in this world tainted by sin
Where meek souls will receive him still
Where humble souls will still accept Him
The dear Christ enters in
The beloved Christ enters
O Christ be welcomed in
Oh Christ, be warmly embraced
All the Glory of Christmas, is the Glory of Christ
Every ounce of splendor and magnificence during Christmas belongs to Christ
All the Glory of Christmas
Every single bit of the splendor and magnificence of Christmas
The story of his love
The tale of His love
The story of his love
The tale of His love
The story of his love
The tale of His love
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: JONAS CARL GUSTAF MYRIN, BERNIE HERMS, MATT REDMAN
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O little town of Bethlehem, how still we see thee lie
Above thy deep and dreamless sleep the silent stars go by
Yet in thy dark streets shineth, the everlasting light
The hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight
And the Glory of Christmas, is the Glory of Christ
And the Glory of Christmas, is the Story of His love.
O holy child of Bethlehem
Descend to us, we pray
Cast out our sin and enter in
Be born in us today
We hear the Christmas angels
The great glad tidings tell
O come to us, abide with us
Our Lord in Emmanuel
And the Glory of Christmas, is the Glory of Christ
And the Glory of Christmas, is the Story of His love
Oh the story of his love, his love, his love for us
Oh the story of his love.
How silently, how silently
The wondrous gift is given
So God imparts to human hearts
The blessings of his heaven
No ear may here his coming
But in this world of sin
Where meek souls will receive him still
The dear Christ enters in
O Christ be welcomed in
And the Glory of Christmas, is the Glory of Christ
And the Glory of Christmas, is the Story of His love
All the Glory of Christmas, is the Glory of Christ
All the Glory of Christmas
The story of his love
The story of his love
The story of his love
@mramanan2008
In 2023 watching. Glory of Christmas is Glory of Christ and his Love....
@kathysmalldone2197
Love this song
@caviare2978
If you disliked this video, god bless your heart. You need it.
@dewinayang284
Love so much this song .The glory of christmas is the story of His Love.👍
@zviskovic9394
Micah 5:2 But you, O Bethlehem Ephrathah, who are too little to be among the clans of Judah, from you shall come forth for me one who is to be ruler in Israel, whose coming forth is from of old, from ancient days.
@JANET_AGHOOEZZ
❤❤
@kevandraper4829
Thanks so much, singing this song this Christmas. God bless you.
@sumitadhara7406
Yes hallelujah Amen, because, only glory to God because he is any time anyway notice to our.
@7anug
as always ...melodious one. ..Christmas is there
@dannymbayamusaka3448
may the lord bless you bro