What are some interesting Christmas hymns stories?

One interesting story is about 'Silent Night'. It was first performed in a small Austrian village church on Christmas Eve in 1818. The organ was broken, so they had to use a guitar to accompany the singing. It has since become one of the most beloved Christmas carols around the world.

Another is 'Hark! The Herald Angels Sing'. The lyrics were written by Charles Wesley. It was originally a more complex hymn, but George Whitefield and others made some alterations to it. It tells of the angels announcing the birth of Jesus. The triumphant melody and the powerful lyrics combine to make it a staple of Christmas music, and it's often sung with great enthusiasm during the Christmas season.

Another great original hymn story is that of 'It Is Well with My Soul'. Horatio Spafford wrote it after experiencing great personal tragedies. His business was lost in the Great Chicago Fire, and then his four daughters died in a shipwreck. Despite all this, he was able to write this hymn, showing his unwavering faith in God and that, in the midst of turmoil, he could still say it was well with his soul.

'Away in a Manger' is another one. There are different versions of its origin story. Some say it was written by Martin Luther for his children. The hymn paints a tender picture of the baby Jesus in the manger, and it is often sung by children during Christmas pageants and church services. It has a simple and sweet melody that evokes a sense of peace and innocence.

Definitely 'O Little Town of Bethlehem'. It takes us to the town where Jesus was born. The lyrics talk about the stillness and the significance of that place. It makes us visualize the manger where the baby Jesus was laid.

One of the well - known ones is 'O Holy Night'. It beautifully tells the story of the birth of Jesus with lyrics that paint a vivid picture of that holy night. The line 'Long lay the world in sin and error pining' sets the scene of the world before Christ's arrival, and then it goes on to describe the glorious moment of His birth.

For 'Away in a Manger', the story of it being a song often associated with the gentle and humble birth of Jesus in the manger adds to its charm. The simplicity of the lyrics and the peaceful story behind it make it very popular among families and in children's Christmas programs. People love to sing it as it evokes the image of the baby Jesus lying in the manger, and the story behind it helps to spread its popularity far and wide.

Sure. For example, in 'Joy to the World', the story it tells is about the coming of Jesus as the Messiah. The hymn is all about celebrating this great event with joy. It's significant because it helps people remember and rejoice in the central event of Christmas.

They are convenient for group activities. For example, in a church group or a religious study group, these free printables can be easily distributed among the members. Everyone can have their own copy to read and sing along if it's a hymn. The stories can also be a great source for group discussions, enhancing the understanding of religious teachings.

One such hymn is 'Amazing Grace'. Its lyrics beautifully convey the concept of redemption and God's love. The lines like 'Amazing grace! How sweet the sound, That saved a wretch like me!' are very powerful in telling the gospel story of how a sinner can be saved through grace.