The Infant King - Traditional

Sing the birth of Christ the King,
Born on earth to save us;
Angels in the heavens sing,
Glory be to God on high!
Gloria in excelsis Deo,
Gloria in excelsis Deo!

Shepherds left their flocks by night,
Hastened to the stable;
Saw the strange and wondrous sight,
Infant King in swaddling bands.
Gloria in excelsis Deo,
Gloria in excelsis Deo!

Wise men came from eastern lands,
Led by starlight gleaming;
Gold and frankincense and myrrh
Gave they to the newborn King.
Gloria in excelsis Deo,
Gloria in excelsis Deo!

The Infant King lyrics focus on the contrast between the lowly stable and the future reign of the Savior. The song uses a rocking rhythm and a minor-key melody to create a sense of mystery and peace. It warns the child of the coming trials while celebrating the current moment of quiet in His mothers arms. By singing The Infant King lyrics the congregation engages in a contemplative act of worship that acknowledges the full journey of the Messiah from the cradle to the cross and eventually to His heavenly throne as the King of Kings.