My soul magnifies the Lord!

All is ready

Stable prepared

Shepherds working

Magi journeying

Gifts are chosen

My soul magnifies the Lord!

A city awaits

Crowded and bustling

Stars are shining

People expecting

A drama unfolding

My soul magnifies the Lord!

The Lord is coming

To save his people

Mary’s obedience

Jesus’ willingness

Your gracious gift to us

My soul magnifies the Lord!

John Birch, Methodist Lay Preacher and worship leader in Wales

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Praise be to the Lord, the God of Israel,

    because he has come to his people and redeemed them.