Come Thou Long Expected Jesus | 2024

Chely, Johnny, Audrey, and Grady, from the Crossing Music team, perform "Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus" for Advent.

This song gives words to help us pray for Jesus's return. Advent is a time of thanksgiving, hope, and waiting. We are thankful that God sent Jesus into the world, and we celebrate this at Christmas. But we are also longing for Jesus to come back and make all things new.

As you listen to this song, connect with God in prayer, tell him about the things in this world that aren't as they should be, and express your longing and expectation for Jesus, the light of the world. This rendition of to "Come Thou Long Expected Jesus" is not just a piece of music, it's also a reminder that we can trust Jesus's promise to return. He is the "joy of every longing heart."

Whether you're exploring your faith, seeking comfort in the essence of Christmas, or simply enjoying the beauty of a winter melody, this song prompts reflection and prayer.

Come, thou long expected Jesus
Born to set thy people free;
From our fears and sins release us,
Let us find our rest in thee.
Israel's strength and consolation,
Hope of all the earth thou art;
Dear desire of every nation,
Joy of every longing heart.

Born thy people to deliver,
Born a child and yet a King,
Born to reign in us forever,
Now thy gracious kingdom bring.
By thine own eternal Spirit
Rule in all our hearts alone;
By thine all sufficient merit,
Raise us to thy glorious throne.