Ep. 2: "Joy to the World" - 2020

<p>Whereas we, as 21st century Christians are eagerly awaiting and expecting with great anticipation Christ’s return, the Old Testament saints were eagerly anticipating His arrival. Since the prophecy that a "Son of David" (i.e., the Messiah) would one day rule and reign, there had been great hope with each successive descendant of David that perhaps this could be the One. Perhaps this "son of David" would be the one to right the wrongs, deliver them from their enemies, and reconcile them to God. 'Joy to the World' has the unique distinction of being the most inter-denominational carol, i.e., it appears in the church hymnals of every protestant denomination. This message will look at the Biblical inspiration behind the carol. Part 2 of the series titled 'Christ in the Carols'.</p>