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World-renowned musician Andrea Bocelli was joined by family members for an utterly delightful performance of a beloved Christmas tune, “Away in a Manger.”

The world was changed forever after Mary gave birth to that precious baby boy in a stable in Bethlehem all those years ago. Following word of the newborn King’s birth, several traveled, near and far, to get a glimpse of that child, wrapped up in swaddling clothes, lying in a manager. Christ’s birth was the moment that gave hope to the entire world. 

In a clip posted on YouTube, Andrea Bocelli is joined by his children – Virginia and Matteo – for a lovely performance of “Away in the Manger.” Of course, it’s the classic Christmas hymn about the child born that evening. 

“Away in a manager
No crib for a bed
The little Lord Jesus
Lay down His sweet head”

While “Away in a Manger” is a song that many are likely able to recite completely from memory, it does not and has not gotten old. The beautiful lyrics about the baby sent to Earth to save mankind from sin are full of love, painting a beautiful picture of the newborn King. “Away in a Manger” is always, and likely will continue to be a popular tune every Christmas season. 

In addition to the lovely lyrics, the video is also a sight to behold. Andrea plays the piano and shoulders singing responsibilities with his daughter, Virginia. The two of them sit at the piano with a dazzling display of bright, festively decorated Christmas trees resting behind them. Also, throughout the video, viewers are treated to a perfect, serene and breathtaking winter scene – snow-covered mountains and falling snow along the ocean. 

The Bocelli family rendition of “Away in a Manger” is one that is more than worth a few listens. 

Luke 2:7 “And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.”

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A handful of gifted musicians turned in an awe-inspiring performance of an upbeat and catchy tune about the birth of Jesus Christ and how everything changed instantly. 

God lovingly sent His one and only Son into the fallen world to save sinners. Without Christ's birth, death and resurrection, all would have remained lost and condemned. But Christ’s birth in a lowly stable in Bethlehem forever changed the course of history. Now, all have a chance at everlasting life with Him.

In a clip posted on YouTube, the Gaither Vocal Band sings “Gloria,” a song about the difference Christ’s birth made to a lost world. Jesus Christ's arrival was the most important birth in history. It was a moment that instantly and forever changed everything for so many. 

Before Christ’s birth, the singers mention how everything was dark. There was not a single light in the sky. Darkness covered the sky. But Christ's birth in the inn changed it all, everything. Hope had come into the world.

“Gloria, dark became light, 
Everything bright
Gloria, Emmanuel Christ is born tonight
There were angels everywhere, their singing filled the air
They said don’t be afraid”

Christmas is a terrific time of year, filled with numerous traditions and other annual activities. Friends and family gather to exchange gifts, share meals and enjoy each other's company. Precious, dearly held memories are created during these occasions. 

But despite all the meals, the presents and traditions, those joyous gatherings are empty and worthless if they do not honor, recognize and celebrate the birth of the Savior. 

Christ was sent, born of a virgin in a stable, to save mankind from its sins. Praise God for His love and mercy that He sent his one and only Son to save sinners and give all a chance at everlasting life!

John 1:14 “And the Word became flesh, and dwelt among us (and we beheld his glory, glory as the only begotten from the Father), full of grace and truth.”

A short, but impactful drama shows how God is always at work, constantly guiding and protecting us even when we make choices and decisions that lead us down a path that can only end in destruction and death.

There are several ways to portray and convey the messages contained in the Bible to the masses. Likely, the ones that immediately come to mind are songs of worship and praise and a truth-filled message from the pulpit. But as one clip posted on YouTube perfectly demonstrates, those are far from the only methods of sharing the Bible’s message of love, forgiveness and redemption.

The short, 6-minute clip shows the seductive and destructive nature of sin and how quickly it can ruin and destroy lives. The handful of actors move about while the song “Everything” by the alternative rock band Lifehouse plays and essentially narrates the action on stage. 

The clip begins with a woman, dressed all in white, standing on the left side of the stage as a second figure, also donning all white, stands behind her. He is her protector and shield. 

But soon enough, she steps out and away from the love and protection of God. After being enticed by the allure and seductive nature of sin, she starts to make one wrong decision and choice after another. 

Little by little, the young woman is in a position she never imagined. Her life has been consumed and swallowed up by sin. She is totally lost. 

Near the end of the clip, the actors effectively portray the spiritual battle in our world today. Sin is literally pulling and tugging on her, desperately trying to keep its hold on her. But God, being ever faithful, loving and merciful, steps in and protects the woman. 

At the end of the clip, God, who constantly shows mercy and love to sinners, gives her a fresh robe of white.

1 John 5:18 “We know that whoever is born of God sins not; but he that is begotten of God keeps himself, and that wicked one touches him not.”

Christian music singer and former winner of The Voice Jordan Smith gave a pitch-perfect performance of a beloved Christmas classic, “Joy to the World.”

Christmas is when family and friends come together to celebrate and recognize God sending his one and only Son to Earth. That baby boy coming to Earth, being born by a virgin in a humble, lowly stable in Bethlehem changed the trajectory of the world forever. He was sent to Earth to save man from his sins, to give everyone a chance at everlasting life with Him.

When thinking of the miracle and world-changing birth of Jesus Christ, there is only one way to respond to such a momentous occasion: with abundant, exceeding and overwhelming joy. How could anyone reply in any other manner?

In a clip posted on YouTube, Jordan Smith, the winner of The Voice season 9, sings about the Savior’s birth and the staggering amount of joy felt by all because of His arrival. Christ’s much-anticipated entrance gave hope to all man. 

“Joy to the Earth, the Savior reigns
Let all their saints employ
While fields and floods, rocks, hills and plains
Repeat the sounding joy
Repeat the sounding joy”

Jordan turns in a thoroughly enjoyable and entertaining cover of the beloved Christmas song. Jordan leaves his mark on the track, making it his own. 

He does change the song quite a bit, adding verses to the original version. However, what Jordan adds only helps to enhance the meaning and intent of the original. Anyone who was a big fan of the original “Joy to the World” will still love and appreciate Jordan’s updated version of the Christmas classic.

In addition to the outstanding vocals Jordan provides, the official music video for the tune is a feast for the eyes. The video is a series of sweepingly beautiful shots of jaw-dropping landscapes. 

Isaiah 9:6 “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonder, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father and Prince of Peace.”

Christian music singer and former winner of The Voice Jordan Smith gave a pitch-perfect performance of a beloved Christmas classic, “Joy to the World.”

Christmas is when family and friends come together to celebrate and recognize God sending his one and only Son to Earth. That baby boy coming to Earth, being born by a virgin in a humble, lowly stable in Bethlehem changed the trajectory of the world forever. He was sent to Earth to save man from his sins, to give everyone a chance at everlasting life with Him.

When thinking of the miracle and world-changing birth of Jesus Christ, there is only one way to respond to such a momentous occasion: with abundant, exceeding and overwhelming joy. How could anyone reply in any other manner?

In a clip posted on YouTube, Jordan Smith, the winner of The Voice season 9, sings about the Savior’s birth and the staggering amount of joy felt by all because of His arrival. Christ’s much-anticipated entrance gave hope to all man. 

“Joy to the Earth, the Savior reigns
Let all their saints employ
While fields and floods, rocks, hills and plains
Repeat the sounding joy
Repeat the sounding joy”

Jordan turns in a thoroughly enjoyable and entertaining cover of the beloved Christmas song. Jordan leaves his mark on the track, making it his own. 

He does change the song quite a bit, adding verses to the original version. However, what Jordan adds only helps to enhance the meaning and intent of the original. Anyone who was a big fan of the original “Joy to the World” will still love and appreciate Jordan’s updated version of the Christmas classic.

In addition to the outstanding vocals Jordan provides, the official music video for the tune is a feast for the eyes. The video is a series of sweepingly beautiful shots of jaw-dropping landscapes. 

Isaiah 9:6 “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonder, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father and Prince of Peace.”

Life may bring us storms and we may feel as if we are being swallowed up, but God is always there to throw us a life and bring us safely back to shore. Lyrics by David Smith (USA), Clare Steffen (USA) & Andrew Hall (Ireland), Music & Music Production by Andrew Hall as a part of the Round The Globe project.

Our world is like a painting, every season has its colors. God is our master artist, the glory is all His. Music, Vocals, and Music Production by Adeoti Samuel (Nigeria) and Lyrics by Clare Steffen (USA), as a part of the Round The Globe project.

"Praise the Lord" is a song about praising the Lord with music and dancing. This is an exciting animated music video of the song. I hope you enjoy it!

The legendary and late entertainer Elvis Presley, who recorded and played a wide range of music, gave a touching and moving performance of one of the most beloved hymns, “In the Garden.”

Elvis Presley, decades after his death, remains a giant in entertainment. The multi-talented star of both stage and screen possessed a charisma not often seen. Wherever he went, screaming, cheering and adoring crowds of fans followed. He helped revolutionize music, combining many different genres. Elvis wasn’t called the “King of Rock and Roll” for nothing.

Not only did Elvis sing the blues, country and rock ‘n’ roll, but he also sang a fair amount of gospel music. A clip posted on YouTube is of Elvis giving a delightful performance of the hymn “In the Garden.” It’s that unmistakable, one-of-a-kind voice belting those memorable and beautiful lyrics.

“And He walks with me, and He talks with me
And He tells me I am His own
And the joy we share as we tarry there
None other has ever known”

In his illustrious career, Elvis turned out one memorable hit song after another. His presence in the music industry still looms large today despite his death in 1977. Performers continue to try and emulate Elvis Presley’s sound and style. 

But no matter how much they may try or how close they get to sounding or looking like Elvis, they will never truly succeed. There will only ever be one Elvis Presley. Not many, if any, performers could have turned in such a moving, emotional and beautiful performance of a hymn that has been heard for generations.

A handful of others who commented on the YouTube clip wholeheartedly agreed with that assessment.

“The one and only Elvis, singing a perfect song,” one person wrote.

“What a voice! That’s so beautiful and comforting! Only Elvis can do justice to this song!” a second individual added.

“Emotional and powerful in the same time!!!! What a voice!!!” a third person posted.

Philippians 4:4 “Rejoice in the Lord always: again, I will say, Rejoice.”

Grammy Award-nominated Christian music producer Tommee Profitt joined forces with an orchestra and an immensely talented children’s choir to create a chilling rendition of a beloved Christmas tune.

Christmas is when friends and family come together and celebrate, recognizing the birth of Jesus Christ, the one sent to Earth to save man from his sins. The biblical story of Christ’s birth mentions that an angel of God told Joseph that he was to give the child the name Emmanuel, which means “God with us.”

In a clip posted on YouTube, Tommee and a group of musically gifted children give an epic performance of “O Come, O Come Emmanuel.” 

“O Come, O Come, Emmanuel”
And ransom captive Israel
That mourns in lonely exile here
Until the Son of God appear”

While the memorable lyrics to the classic tune all remain the same, Tommee plays with the sound. He adds several beats, giving it a more modern and rock feel. This new version would fit right at home in a pivotal scene in an intense, high-octane Hollywood thriller or action film. 

It's certainly a different take on the old Christmas tune, and will likely not be for everyone. But if you’re going to do an updated version of the song, why not go all out, right? 

Additionally, in the official music video for the song, the children, the orchestra members and Tommee perform in what looks to be an abandoned airplane hangar. The dark look of the video is perfect in keeping with the sound and feel of Tommee’s updated version of “O Come O Come Emmanuel.”

As the video’s description mentions, this updated and up-tempo rendition of the Christmas hymn is one of the tracks off Tommee’s Christmas album, "The Birth of The King." Other songs included are a version of “We Three Kings” with the popular contemporary Christian band We The Kingdom and a take on “What Child Is This” featuring pop singer Avril Lavigne. 

Matthew 1:23 “Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us.”

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An immensely talented quartet, Brothers of the Heart, shows off their awe-inspiring musical gifts with a moving and upbeat performance of an old and beloved Christian hymn, “Will the Circle be Unbroken?”

There is always pain and grief whenever a loved one passes away, regardless of the surrounding circumstances. It does not matter if the death was somewhat expected and came after a long, grueling health battle or out of the blue. The hurt stings and is real. But for followers of Jesus Christ, that pain may not hurt as much.

Christians understand that death is not the end. Heaven awaits those who confess their sins and believe Jesus Christ is Lord. In a clip posted on YouTube, Brothers of the Heart perform “Will the Circle be Unbroken,” a tune about losing loved ones but awaiting a joyous reunion in heaven.

“Will the circle be unbroken
By and by, yes, by and by
There’s a better home awaiting
In the sky, Lord, in the sky”

In the song, a beloved mother passes away, and her children are absolutely devastated. They are understandably left in tears and pain as they mourn the passing of their mom. But despite the hurt and heartache, the upbeat and uplifting chorus reminds us and anyone who may be going through a loss that death is not the end.

Because of Christ’s brutal and undeserving death on the cross, and His resurrection, everlasting life with Him is a possibility. As the song mentions, “There’s a better home awaiting” for those who confess their sins, turn from their ways and follow Christ. Death, thanks to Jesus Christ, holds no power. 

At the end of the band’s performance, the audience reacts with much-deserved cheers and applause, giving the guys a standing ovation. 

Psalm 23:4 “Yes, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for you are with me; your rod and your staff they comfort me.”

The legendary actor and singer Bing Crosby turned in a dazzling and memorable performance as he sang a classic and beloved Christmas tune.

One of the most passionate debates in recent memory involves Christmas music and when it’s appropriate to start playing those tracks. Some people believe it’s best to wait until the Thanksgiving holiday has passed (obviously, the correct answer). However, others believe that immediately after Oct. 31 is more than acceptable, which is crazy, right? 

Regardless of when those Christmas tunes begin spinning, there are some performers who will be heard during the holiday season. One of those widely heard voices during Christmastime belongs to Mr. Bing Crosby. 

Many versions of Bing singing Christmas tunes are heard annually, including his singing of “Oh Come All Ye Faithful.” In a clip posted on YouTube, Bing belts out the lyrics about the multitude eagerly coming to worship the newborn King.

“O come, all ye faithful, joyful and triumphant
O come ye, o come ye to Bethlehem
O come and behold Him, born the King of angels”

Bing Crosby had to have been a massively talented individual. In the clip posted on YouTube, as he sings the song, he does so with what appears to be very little effort. Yet, he still sounds incredible, turning out the version of “Oh Come All Ye Faithful” that is likely most familiar to a majority of the population. 

After his outstanding rendition of “Oh Come All Ye Faithful,” Bing is joined on stage by several other individuals. They begin singing “Hark the Herald Angels Sing.” It’s unclear, given the camerawork, if Bing actually joined in on that song. 

Bing Crosby, his music and his voice, over the years, have become closely associated with the Christmas season. In the short, 1-minute, 40-second clip, Bing shows why that is the case. 

Luke 2:7 “And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.”

A choir turned in a dazzling a cappella performance of a favorite Christmas tune in which the musicians singing posed a series of questions to Mary about her precious baby boy. 

The birth of Jesus Christ in that lowly, humble stable in Bethlehem all those years ago forever changed the trajectory of the world. Just 33 short years after that holy and silent night, Christ would willingly go to and die on the cross. He won the victory over sin and death, providing all a chance at everlasting life.

But at what point did Mary, the virgin who gave birth to Jesus Christ, know that her son was far different than any other child? Yes, an angel of the Lord visited her and let her in on what God had in store for her, and thank God she was a willing and faithful servant. But when exactly did she realize there was something different about this child?

In a clip posted on YouTube, a choir of several talented singers performs “Mary, Did You Know?” It’s a beautiful a cappella rendition with the performers seeking to know what Mary knew and when exactly she knew it about her firstborn son.  

“Mary, did you know that your baby boy
Would save our sons and daughters?
Did you know that your baby boy
Has come to make you new?
This child that you delivered will soon deliver you”

Mary, a young, humble woman with low societal status, was given a monumental, life-changing task. She was chosen by God himself to deliver the Savior of the world. It’s hard to imagine all the thoughts, confusion and fear that must have been flooding her mind during that time. 

But she and Joseph were faithful and willing servants who relied upon the Lord to protect and guide them. Thank God both were able to set aside what had to have been their massive fears and worries! 

Luke 1:38 “And Mary said, ‘Behold, the handmaid of the Lord; be it unto me according to thy word. And the angel departed from her.”