As a young man Tim Miner grew up in his grandfather's church in Dell City, … Read Full Bio ↴As a young man Tim Miner grew up in his grandfather's church in Dell City, OK. Tim's father was also a pastor and evangelist but passed away when Tim was just 2 years old. During his adolescence Tim traveled and sang with his mother and sisters.

At 16, Tim signed a contract with Sparrow Records. He recorded 2 albums with them: a self-titled release (1982) and "I Know You Think You Know" (1985). Tim also served as worship leader for Victory Outreach in Santa Ana, CA. under Dr. Sonny Argonzoni at this time.

1985 - Tim was asked to be the Artist in Residence for Church on the Rock in Rockwall, TX under Dr. Larry Lea (author of the #1 best-selling book, "Could You Not Tarry One Hour").

1987-1988 - Tim signed a co-venture deal with Frontline Records and began developing his own artists for that label. Tim also released his third project, "A True Story," with Frontline.

1989 - Tim signed a major distribution deal with Word Records and produced artists such as Kim Boyce and BeBe and CeCe Winans, among many others.

1990 - Stevie Wonder discovered Tim at a Hollywood Showcase. Tim signed a global artist, publishing and production deal with Motown Records, becoming one of the first caucasians to sign with them. Tim moved to Los Angeles, where he led worship and helped evangelist Tim Storey birth a Bible study out of actress Dianne Cannon's home. In under a year the Bible study (starting with only 13 members) moved to Hollywood and grew to over 1,000 members.

1994 - Tim became Pastor of Worship at the West Coast Worship Center in San Diego, CA., founded by Dr. Jerry Barnard. In late 1994, Tim signed a co-venture deal with Quincy Jones.

1999 - Tim became Worship Arts Director at Bishop Clarence McClendon's Church of the Harvest International.

2003-present - Tim attends Time in Destiny Church in Los Angeles, under the pasturage of Gary Zamora.

Most recently Tim signed a worldwide distribution deal with Universal Music Group. Tim continues to score film and television as well as produce and write for some of the biggest recording artists on the planet.

The First Noel
Tim Miner Lyrics

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The first noel
The angels did say
Was to certain poor shepards
In fields as they lay

Oh In fields where they lay
They lay keeping their sheep
On a cold winter's night

That was so very bleek

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
Born is the King of Israel
As we celebrate the birthday of our Lord
I won't let the true meaning be ignored

He came to give his life
For you and I
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
Born is the King of Israel

Repeat out:
This is the time of year
To spread a little joy and cheer
Remembering the newborn King

Fa, la, la, la, la, la, sing
From the heaven up he fell

Jehovah Emmanuel
Noel

Overall Meaning

"The First Noel" is a traditional Christmas hymn that tells the story of the shepherds who were the first to hear the news of Jesus' birth from the angels. The song begins with the angels announcing the birth of Jesus to a group of poor shepherds who were tending their flocks in the fields. These shepherds were the first to behold the sight of baby Jesus lying in a manger. The lyrics describe the cold and bleak winter night when the shepherds were keeping watch over their flocks, and the bright and shining star that led them to the manger where Jesus was born.

The chorus of the song repeats the word "Noel" several times, which means "Christmas" or "the birth of Jesus Christ." The lyrics also remind listeners of the true meaning of Christmas, which is to celebrate the birth of Jesus and the gift of salvation that he brings. The song ends with a call to spread joy and cheer during the holiday season, and to remember the newborn King who came to give his life for all of us.

Line by Line Meaning

The first noel
The announcement of the birth of Jesus Christ

The angels did say
The herald was given by angels

Was to certain poor shepards
The message was given to a select group

In fields as they lay
The shepherds were out tending their flocks

Oh In fields where they lay
The shepherds were settled in the fields

They lay keeping their sheep
The shepherds were tending to their flock of sheep

On a cold winter's night
It was a cold and harsh winter night

That was so very bleek
The winter night was unpleasant and dull

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
A joyous proclamation of the birth of Jesus Christ

Born is the King of Israel
The Messiah, King of Israel was born

As we celebrate the birthday of our Lord
We honor the birth of Jesus Christ