Twelve Songs of Christmas Day 8: Joseph's Lullaby

This is a song I had not heard before Sunday. I've been thinking about it a lot, so I'm sharing some of those thoughts here.

In the narration before this song in the concert, the following sentiment was conveyed:

"We know so little about Joseph but what little is written about him speaks volumes about his love of God and faith."

This is something I've pondered again and again - what would it be like to be Joseph? What an incredible man to agree to marry Mary and to raise the son of God.

I believe the glory of Heaven
Is lying in my arms tonight
But Lord, I ask that He for just this moment
Simply be my child

Like Joseph in this song, I too wonder when did Jesus know what was going to be required of him?

Can You feel the weight of Your glory?
Do You understand the price?
Or does the Father guard Your heart for now

I am so grateful to Mary AND Joseph for being the parents they were to Jesus Christ. And I am so, so grateful that Jesus Christ did come and save the day.

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Full Lyrics: Joseph's Lullaby

Go to sleep my Son
This manger for your bed
You have a long road before You
Rest Your little head

Can You feel the weight of Your glory?
Do You understand the price?
Or does the Father guard Your heart for now
So You can sleep tonight?

Go to sleep my Son
Go and chase Your dreams
This world can wait for one more moment
Go and sleep in peace

I believe the glory of Heaven
Is lying in my arms tonight
But Lord, I ask that He for just this moment
Simply be my child

Go to sleep my Son
Baby, close Your eyes
Soon enough You'll save the day
But for now, dear Child of mine
Oh my Jesus, Sleep tight