Luke 2

The Stable and the Stars — a note on this chapter.

Which worship songs are based on Luke 2?

Little Drummer Boy — Alive City (2025) Luke 2:1-20
The song references the scene of the birth of Jesus, including the presence of Mary and the humble setting with animals, which aligns with the nativity story in the Gospel of Luke.
Silent Night — Victory (2025) Luke 2:1-20
The repeated mention of 'Jesus Lord, at Thy birth' reinforces the acknowledgment of Jesus' divine nature and His significance at the moment of His birth.
O Holy Night — Victory (2025) Luke 2:1-20
The song reflects the event of Christ's birth, emphasizing the significance of the night when the Savior was born, which aligns with the account of Jesus' nativity in the Gospel of Luke.
In the Bleak Midwinter — Chris Renzema (2025) Luke 2:1-20
The song references the humble circumstances of Jesus' birth in a stable, reflecting the biblical narrative of the Nativity where Jesus was born in lowly conditions.
The Empathy of God — Chris Renzema (2025) Luke 2:1-20
The song references the birth of Christ in Bethlehem, emphasizing His humble beginnings and the significance of His incarnation, which aligns closely with the narrative of Jesus' birth in the Gospel of Luke.
Because of Bethlehem — Matthew West (2025) Luke 2:1-20
The song references the humble setting of Bethlehem, including the mention of a stable and the birth of a child, which directly aligns with the narrative of Jesus' birth as described in Luke 2.
Silent Night — SEU Worship & Caylie Bryant (2025) Luke 2:1-20
The song references the birth of Christ, specifically mentioning the Virgin Mother and Child, which aligns with the nativity narrative found in Luke 2.
O Come, All You Unfaithful - Acoustic — Sovereign Grace Music (2025) Luke 2:1-20
The repeated declaration of 'Christ is born' directly references the nativity story, celebrating the birth of Jesus as described in the Gospel of Luke.
The Hope of Christmas — Katy Nichole (2025) Luke 2:1-20
The song references the 'Holy One' and the 'manger,' which directly alludes to the birth of Jesus as described in the Gospel of Luke, emphasizing the significance of His arrival as a source of hope and love.
Still the Light — Stryper (2025) Luke 2:1-20
The song references the humble birth of Jesus in a manger, emphasizing the simplicity and significance of this event in contrast to worldly grandeur.
Jingle Jango — Sam Purpose (2025) Luke 2:1-20
The song celebrates the birth of Jesus, referencing the joy and significance of His arrival, which aligns with the nativity story in Luke.
Quiet Christmas Night (Gloria) — Jaci Velasquez (2007) Luke 2:7-14
The chorus closely adapts the angel's announcement of the Messiah's birth and lordship. The infant in a manger and the angels' heavenly praise further identify Luke's Nativity account.
King Of The World — Anna Golden & Aodhán King (2025) Luke 2:7
The lyrics mention the birth of Jesus in a manger, which directly references the account of His birth in Luke 2:7, emphasizing the humility of His entrance into the world.
Mary’s Little Boy Child — Mandisa (2021) Luke 2:7-8
The description of finding no room available and placing the newborn in a manger in a stable, paired with shepherds watching flocks by night, directly paraphrases Luke's account of the circumstances of the birth and its first witnesses.
Mary's Boy Child — Gaither Vocal Band (2022) Luke 2:7
The description of the newborn being placed in a manger within a forlorn stable corresponds to Luke's account of Mary laying her firstborn in a manger due to lack of lodging.
Away in a Manger — Shane & Shane (2018) Luke 2:7
The description of Jesus being placed in a manger because no proper infant bed was available closely paraphrases Luke's account of his birth.
Go Tell It on the Mountain (feat. Melvin Crispell III, Chandler Moore & Mav City Gospel Choir) — Maverick City Music & Chandler Moore & Melvin Crispell III & Mav City Gospel Choir (2021) Luke 2:7-14
The verses closely recount Jesus being placed in a manger and the nighttime appearance of heavenly messengers to frightened shepherds, announcing the birth of the Savior.
Go Tell It On The Mountain — Big Daddy Weave (2009) Luke 2:8-14
The opening verses closely paraphrase the shepherds guarding their flocks at night, the divine glory illuminating their surroundings, and their terrified response. The heavenly chorus and announcement of the Savior’s birth continue the same specific passage.
I Need a Silent Night — Amy Grant (2008) Luke 2:8-11
The spoken passage closely reproduces Luke’s account of shepherds watching their flock at night, divine glory surrounding them, and an angel announcing Jesus’ birth. The bridge also echoes the heavenly proclamation of peace and goodwill.
Midnight Mass — Chris Renzema (2025) Luke 2:8-14
The song references the carol 'Hark! The Herald Angels Sing,' which celebrates the announcement of Jesus' birth by angels to the shepherds, directly connecting to the biblical account of the nativity.
Silent Night, Holy Night — Burl Ives (2024) Luke 2:8-14
The frightened shepherds, the appearance of the heavenly host, and the announcement of the Savior's birth closely paraphrase the angelic proclamation to the shepherds.
Advent Carol — Aaron Shust (2014) Luke 2:8-14
The shepherds' nighttime watch, surrounding divine glory, and fear closely follow Luke's account. The angel's reassurance and birth announcement, followed by heavenly praise and the proclamation of earthly peace, closely adapt the passage's wording.
Come and Worship — Bebo Norman (2010) Luke 2:8-14
The description of shepherds remaining in the fields and guarding their flocks at night closely follows Luke’s wording. The angels’ announcement of the Messiah’s birth also directly recalls this scene.
Gloria — SEU Worship, Chelsea Plank (2025) Luke 2:8-14
The song references shepherds following a sign, which directly alludes to the biblical account of the shepherds receiving the news of Jesus' birth from angels.
Go Tell It on the Mountain — Sara Evans (2014) Luke 2:8-9
The description of shepherds tending their flocks at night closely adapts Luke’s wording. The subsequent heavenly light recalls the glory of the Lord shining around them during the angel’s appearance.
Go Tell It on the Mountain — Little Big Town (2009) Luke 2:8-9
The description of shepherds watching their flocks at night closely adapts Luke 2:8. The accompanying divine illumination reflects the glory of the Lord shining around them in the following verse.
Silent Night — Keith & Kristyn Getty (2019) Luke 2:8-14
The second verse closely follows Luke’s account of frightened shepherds witnessing heavenly glory, hearing angelic praise, and receiving the announcement that the Messiah and Savior has been born.
Go Tell It on the Mountain — Jason Crabb (2010) Luke 2:8-14
The description of shepherds watching their flocks at night closely adapts Luke’s wording. Their fear, the surrounding heavenly light, and the angelic praise continue the same specific passage.
Silent Night — Tommee Profitt & Fleurie (2020) Luke 2:8-14
The account of frightened shepherds witnessing heavenly glory and hearing an angelic host proclaim the Savior’s birth closely paraphrases Luke’s description of the announcement near Bethlehem.
Go Tell It on the Mountain — Pentatonix (2012) Luke 2:8-14
The opening closely adapts Luke’s account of shepherds watching their flocks at night, divine radiance surrounding them, and their fear. The angels’ announcement of the Savior’s birth and the heavenly multitude’s praise continue the same passage.
The First Noel — David Crowder Band (2011) Luke 2:8-14
The opening retells the angelic announcement to shepherds watching their flocks at night, and the ending closely reproduces the angels’ praise of God. The winter setting and the shepherds’ poverty are additions rather than details stated in Luke.
Go Tell It — Aaron Shust (2014) Luke 2:8-14
The shepherds’ nighttime watch closely adapts Luke’s wording. Their fear, the heavenly light, and the angelic chorus announcing the Savior’s birth continue the same passage’s sequence of events.
Everything’s Not Lost — Gregory Porter (2023) Luke 2:10-14
The Christmas setting and concluding proclamation of good news, peace, and joy to humanity closely echo the angels’ announcement at Jesus’ birth. The wording combines the announcement of joyful news with the heavenly declaration of peace.
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing — Mahalia Jackson (2011) Luke 2:10-14
The opening adapts the heavenly host's proclamation of divine glory and earthly peace at Jesus' birth. The announcement of Christ's birth in Bethlehem also follows the angel's identification of the newborn Messiah in David's city.
Prelude: It Came Upon a Midnight Clear — Crowder (2022) Luke 2:10-14
The angel’s announcement closely follows Luke’s proclamation of good news and great joy, identifies the newborn as Savior and Lord, and concludes with the heavenly host giving glory to God and declaring peace on earth.
Hark the Herald! — David Phelps (2007) Luke 2:10-14
The song closely adapts the angelic announcement of Jesus’ birth, combining reassurance against fear, joyful good news, and heavenly praise proclaiming peace and goodwill. These details specifically identify Luke’s Nativity account.
My Soul Magnifies the Lord — Chris Tomlin (2009) Luke 2:10-14
The opening verses closely reproduce the angel's announcement to the shepherds, including reassurance, joyful news, and the infant as a sign. The heavenly multitude's proclamation of glory and peace also directly follows Luke's birth narrative.
Hark the Herald Angels Sing — Hawk Nelson (2011) Luke 2:10-16
The angelic announcement of Christ’s birth and the proclamation of heavenly glory and earthly peace closely adapt Luke’s nativity account. The invitation to visit Bethlehem also reflects the shepherds’ response.
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen — Francesca Battistelli (2020) Luke 2:10-11
The angel reassures fearful hearers and announces that a Savior has been born that very day, closely paraphrasing the angelic proclamation to the shepherds.
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen — Trinity (NL) (2022) Luke 2:10-11
The carol closely follows the angelic announcement of joyful news: fear is answered by the birth of Christ the Savior.
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen — Victory (2025) Luke 2:10-11
The song references the announcement of Jesus' birth by an angel, echoing the biblical proclamation that brings tidings of great joy to all people, specifically mentioning the Savior born in Bethlehem.
Christ Lord — Sam Purpose (2024) Luke 2:10-11
The refrain closely reflects the angelic announcement that Jesus' birth brings great joy and identifies the newborn as Savior, Christ, and Lord.
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen - Sped Up — Glee Cast (2022) Luke 2:10-11
The angel reassures frightened hearers and announces joyful news that a Savior has been born that day, closely following the angelic proclamation in Luke.
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen — Family Force 5 (2014) Luke 2:10-11
The repeated announcement of joyful news closely adapts the angel’s proclamation to the shepherds. The surrounding references to Christ as Savior and the angel announcing his birth make this a specific connection to Luke’s wording, rather than a generic expression of celebration.
Unto Us — Hillsong Worship (2012) Luke 2:11-14
The announcement of the Savior’s birth together with the arrival of peace on earth closely adapts the angelic proclamation to the shepherds.
Adore Him — Kari Jobe (2009) Luke 2:11
The final refrain uses the same messianic title given to the newborn Jesus in the angel’s announcement to the shepherds. This is a brief verbal correspondence, not a retelling of the shepherds’ visit.
Christ is Come — Big Daddy Weave (2009) Luke 2:11
The repeated personal announcement of the Messiah's birth closely echoes the angel's proclamation to the shepherds that a Savior has been born for them.
The Angel Song — Jaci Velasquez (2009) Luke 2:11
The chorus closely adapts the angel's announcement of a Savior's birth that day, retaining the identification of the newborn as Messiah and Lord.
It Is Christmas — Trinity (NL) (2018) Luke 2:11-14
The chorus combines the angelic announcement of a newborn Savior with the proclamation of peace on earth, clearly recalling the shepherds’ Nativity account.
O Come All Ye Faithful / Angels We Have Heard on High — Brandon Heath (2013) Luke 2:11-14
The identification of the newborn as Christ and Lord echoes the angel’s announcement. Both the English praise and its Latin counterpart reproduce the opening of the heavenly host’s proclamation in verse 14.
O Come All Ye Faithful — Beckah Shae (2010) Luke 2:11-15
The hymn closely adapts the angelic announcement identifying the newborn as Messiah and Lord, together with the heavenly host’s praise of God. Its invitation to approach Bethlehem also echoes the shepherds’ decision to go and witness the birth.
O Holy Night — Group 1 Crew (2012) Luke 2:11-14
The celebration of Christ's birth as Savior, accompanied by angelic voices, directly recalls the announcement to the shepherds. The closing proclamation of glory in the highest closely adapts the angels' praise.
Carol of the Bells / Sing We Now of Christmas — BarlowGirl (2008) Luke 2:11-14
The announcement of the newborn as Savior, Christ, and Lord closely adapts the angel’s proclamation in verse 11. The ensuing praise to God echoes the heavenly host’s response in verse 14.
Child Like This — Jon Thurlow (2010) Luke 2:11-14
The chorus uses the messianic identification given in the angel's birth announcement, and the bridge directly reproduces the opening of the heavenly host's praise. The explicit singing angels locate this language in Luke's Nativity account.
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing — Darius Rucker (2014) Luke 2:11-14
The opening adapts the heavenly host's announcement of Christ's birth and its proclamation of divine glory and earthly peace. The reference to Bethlehem also matches the announcement's setting.
Emmanuel God With Us — Chris Tomlin (2025) Luke 2:11
The song explicitly references the birth of Jesus as the Savior of the world, which aligns with the announcement made by the angels in Luke 2:11.
Born A King — Rolling Hills Worship (2025) Luke 2:11
The song references the birth of Jesus as a significant event, paralleling the announcement of His birth as a Savior in the Gospel of Luke.
The Gift — Maverick City Music & Naomi Raine & Nick Day (2024) Luke 2:11
The chorus closely reproduces the angelic announcement identifying the newborn Jesus as Savior, Christ, and Lord.
One Still Night — Sovereign Grace Music (2014) Luke 2:11-14
The chorus closely follows the angelic announcement of the Savior’s birth and the heavenly host’s praise, including the proclamation of peace and goodwill. Bethlehem identifies the setting of the birth narrative.
What Child is This — Victory (2025) Luke 2:11
The song explicitly identifies Jesus as 'Christ the King,' which directly quotes the proclamation of His birth as the Savior in the Gospel of Luke.
Born Is the King (It’s Christmas) — Hillsong Worship (2011) Luke 2:11-12
The opening closely adapts the angel’s announcement of a Savior’s birth that day. Its immediate reference to the manger reinforces the connection to the identifying sign given to the shepherds.
It’s Christmas (medley) — Chris Tomlin (2015) Luke 2:11
The chorus closely adapts the angel’s announcement that a Savior has been born. Its surrounding references to angels and the newborn Jesus make this a specific Nativity proclamation rather than generic language about salvation.
Because He's Born — Beckah Shae (2010) Luke 2:11-14
The announcement of the Savior’s birth closely adapts the angel’s announcement to the shepherds. The subsequent references to angelic celebration and peace reinforce the connection, although Luke does not describe the angels addressing Mary or proclaiming hosanna.
Hark the Herald Angels Sing — Bob Dylan (2009) Luke 2:13-14
The angels’ announcement closely adapts the heavenly host’s praise at Jesus’ birth, retaining its distinctive pairing of divine glory and peace on earth.
Forever Evergreen — Hannah Kerr (2020) Luke 2:13-14
The chorus closely paraphrases the angelic proclamation of peace on earth and explicitly presents it as the angels' song.
Peace Is Here — Jars of Clay (2007) Luke 2:13-14
The combination of angelic praise, glory, and peace within a birth-centered Christmas song unmistakably evokes the heavenly host’s announcement at Jesus’ birth.
Light Of The World — Covenant Worship (2021) Luke 2:13-14
The chorus closely reproduces the angels’ proclamation of glory to God in the highest at Jesus’ birth.
Your Name Is Holy — Phil Wickham (2023) Luke 2:13-14
The chorus adopts the angels' distinctive language of glory in the highest from the announcement of Jesus' birth.
Peace Upon the Earth — Hillsong Worship (2017) Luke 2:13-14
The chorus closely reproduces the angels’ announcement at Jesus’ birth, pairing praise directed to God with the declaration of peace on earth.
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing — Aretha Franklin (2008) Luke 2:13-14
The angelic host’s proclamation of divine glory and peace on earth closely adapts the heavenly announcement accompanying Jesus’ birth.
We Remember — Newsboys (2011) Luke 2:13-14
The opening recalls Jesus’ birth and closely adapts the heavenly host’s proclamation of glory to God.
Christmas in Kentucky — Steven Curtis Chapman (2012) Luke 2:13-14
The chorus directly reproduces the opening of the heavenly host's praise at Jesus' birth and explicitly identifies angels as the heralds.
uptown — Imrsqd (2026) Luke 2:13-14
The desire to hear angels glorifying God closely recalls the angelic multitude praising God at Jesus’ birth and declaring glory to God in the highest.
It Came Upon the Midnight Clear — Burl Ives (2023) Luke 2:13-14
The opening stanza directly invokes the angelic proclamation at Jesus’ birth, closely reproducing its announcement of peace on earth and goodwill from heaven.
Hope of Israel — Chris Tomlin (2021) Luke 2:13-14
The description of a multitude of angels filling the sky and the subsequent proclamation of peace on earth and divine favor toward humanity mirrors the angelic chorus to the shepherds.
The Greatest Gift — Andrea Bocelli & Matteo Bocelli & Virginia Bocelli (2022) Luke 2:13-14
The chorus unmistakably recalls the heavenly host at Jesus’ birth praising God and proclaiming peace on earth.
Hallelujah — Carrie Underwood & John Legend (2020) Luke 2:13-14
The Christmas setting combines angels singing, repeated declarations of glory, and a prayer for peace on earth, closely evoking the angelic host's proclamation at Jesus' birth.
O Come Let Us Adore Him — Hillsong Worship (2011) Luke 2:13-14
The second verse closely reproduces the heavenly host's proclamation of glory to God at Jesus' birth. The surrounding angelic praise makes the reference to Luke's account unmistakable.
O Come All Ye Faithful — Highlands Worship (2022) Luke 2:13-14
The summons to angelic choirs followed by glory being given to God in the highest closely reproduces the heavenly praise at Jesus’ birth.
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing — Cimorelli (2014) Luke 2:13-14
The opening adapts the heavenly host’s announcement of divine glory and earthly peace at Jesus’ birth.
It Came Upon a Midnight Clear — Tommee Profitt & brooke (2020) Luke 2:13-14
The angelic proclamation of peace on earth and goodwill closely reproduces the wording of the angels’ praise following the announcement of Jesus’ birth.
Angels We Have Heard on High — Christina Aguilera (2023) Luke 2:13-14
The Latin refrain reproduces the opening of the angels’ praise in the traditional Latin rendering of Luke’s Nativity account, directing glory to God in the highest.
Break the Silence — Delirious? (2008) Luke 2:14
The second verse briefly echoes the angels’ proclamation of earthly peace, using that biblical expression in a call to make heavenly hope tangible in the present.
Silent Night — Dean Martin (2021) Luke 2:14
The pairing of peace with goodwill in the Nativity setting closely echoes the angels’ proclamation at Jesus’ birth.
O’ Come All Ye Faithful (Adeste Fideles) — Bob Dylan (2009) Luke 2:14
The final verse reproduces the opening declaration of the angels' praise in Luke's account of Jesus' birth. Its explicit angelic setting makes this a direct scriptural quotation rather than generic language of worship.
Angelic Proclamation (medley) — BarlowGirl (2008) Luke 2:14
The English and Latin angelic refrains reproduce the heavenly host’s praise of God, while the final carol also adapts its announcement of peace on earth.
A Mighty Fortress / Angels We Have Heard on High — Amy Grant (2008) Luke 2:14
The Latin refrain reproduces the opening of the angels' proclamation of praise to God in Luke's birth narrative.
I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day — Casting Crowns (2008) Luke 2:14
The recurring Christmas refrain reproduces the earthly peace and goodwill announcement in the King James rendering of the angels’ proclamation. The Christmas setting and reference to angels make the source unmistakable.
Angels We Have Heard on High — Family Force 5 (2009) Luke 2:14
The Latin refrain reproduces the opening of the angels’ praise in Luke’s account of the announcement of Jesus’ birth.
Angels We Have Heard on High — The Piano Guys (2013) Luke 2:14
The Latin refrain reproduces the opening of the angels’ proclamation of divine glory in Luke’s Nativity account. This directly recalls the heavenly host praising God after announcing Jesus’ birth to the shepherds.
Angels We Have Heard on High — Sixpence None the Richer (2008) Luke 2:14
The Latin refrain reproduces the opening of the angels’ proclamation in the Latin biblical text, giving glory to God in the highest.
Angels We Have Heard on High — Andy Williams (2013) Luke 2:14
The Latin refrain reproduces the opening of the angels’ proclamation of glory to God at Jesus’ birth.
Here Comes Santa Claus (Right Down Santa Claus Lane) — Elvis Presley (2008) Luke 2:14
The final verse invokes the earthly peace proclaimed by the angels at Jesus’ birth, a recognizable allusion in its Christmas setting. The song adds a condition about following divine guidance that is not part of the biblical proclamation.
Peace on Earth — Big Daddy Weave (2009) Luke 2:14
The refrain reproduces the angels’ proclamation of earthly peace and goodwill in the traditional King James wording. The song explicitly identifies angels as the announcement’s source.
Glory — Big Daddy Weave (2009) Luke 2:14
The chorus directly repeats the opening declaration of the heavenly host’s praise at Jesus’ birth. The surrounding Bethlehem narrative makes the source unmistakable.
I'll Be Brave This Christmas — Big Daddy Weave (2009) Luke 2:14
The song briefly echoes the angels’ proclamation of earthly peace at Jesus’ birth. Its Christmas-carol setting makes the reference identifiable, while the father's wartime deployment supplies a contrast to that proclamation.
Angels We Have Heard on High — Elevation Worship (2011) Luke 2:14
The Latin refrain reproduces the opening of the angels’ proclamation of glory to God in the highest at Jesus’ birth.
Before the Skies — Sovereign Grace Music (2014) Luke 2:14
The refrain reproduces the central wording of the angels' heavenly acclamation at Jesus' birth. The song's incarnation context makes this a specific Nativity reference rather than generic praise.
Bethlehem Skies — Dara Maclean, Dave Barnes (2012) Luke 2:14
The angels’ announcement closely adapts the heavenly praise in Luke’s birth narrative, retaining its distinctive pairing of glory in heaven and peace for humanity.
O Come All Ye Faithful — 7 Hills Worship & Hailey Storer (2024) Luke 2:14
The angels' proclamation of glory to God in the highest closely reproduces the opening declaration of the heavenly host in this verse.
Angels We Have Heard On High — Beckah Shae (2010) Luke 2:14
The Latin refrain reproduces the opening of the heavenly host's praise to God at the announcement of Jesus' birth.
O Come All Ye Faithful — Sara Evans (2014) Luke 2:14
The angels’ praise closely reproduces the opening of the heavenly host’s proclamation of glory to God at Jesus’ birth.
Joyful Joyful We Adore Thee / Angels We Have Heard on High — Maverick City Music & Majesty Rose (2020) Luke 2:14
The Latin refrain directly reproduces the opening of the angels’ praise in the Vulgate rendering of Luke 2:14.
Let Us Adore — Elevation Worship (2014) Luke 2:14
The chorus uses a shortened quotation of the angels’ praise at Jesus’ birth. The song’s Christmas setting makes Luke’s Nativity announcement the clear reference.
I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day — The Civil Wars (2012) Luke 2:14
The recurring Christmas proclamation reproduces the angels’ announcement of earthly peace and goodwill in the King James rendering. This announcement at Jesus’ birth supplies the promise that the narrator struggles to reconcile with human hatred.
Come Now Our King — Chris August (2014) Luke 2:14
The refrain reproduces the opening praise of the heavenly host announcing Jesus’ birth. Its angelic singers and Bethlehem setting identify Luke’s nativity account specifically.
I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day — Chris Tomlin (2021) Luke 2:14
The recurring Christmas proclamation closely reproduces the angels’ announcement following Jesus’ birth, including its paired themes of earthly peace and goodwill.
O Come, All Ye Faithful — John Van Deusen (2022) Luke 2:14
The second verse reproduces the central declaration of the angelic praise announced at Jesus' birth.
Gloria — Aaron Shust (2014) Luke 2:14
The Latin refrain reproduces the opening of the angels’ proclamation at Jesus’ birth. The accompanying petition for earthly peace adapts the second part of that same proclamation.
Angels We Have Heard on High — Aretha Franklin (2024) Luke 2:14
The Latin refrain directly renders the angels’ proclamation giving glory to God in the highest at Jesus’ birth.
CHRISTmas — JVKE, Forrest Frank (2025) Luke 2:14
The song references the phrase 'glory to the newborn King,' which directly quotes a line from the angels' proclamation in Luke 2:14, celebrating the birth of Jesus.
Angels We Have Heard On High — Kierra Sheard & Chrisette Michele (2014) Luke 2:14
The Latin refrain reproduces the opening of the angels' proclamation of praise to God at Jesus' birth. The outro also repeats this proclamation in English.
O Come All Ye Faithful — Carrie Underwood (2020) Luke 2:14
The heavenly proclamation giving glory to God in the highest closely reproduces the angels’ praise at Jesus’ birth.
Jesus, Savior — Chris August (2010) Luke 2:14
The bridge closely condenses the heavenly host’s proclamation of glory to God and peace on earth at Jesus’ birth.
O Come All Ye Faithful — Andy Williams (2014) Luke 2:14
The angelic praise reproduces the opening proclamation of the heavenly host at Jesus’ birth.
Gloria (Hark! The Herald Angels Sing / Angels We Have Heard on High) — Jason Castro (2012) Luke 2:14
The Latin refrain reproduces the opening of the angels’ proclamation in the Latin biblical tradition. The accompanying announcement of earthly peace also closely adapts this verse.
Angels We Have Heard On High — Tommee Profitt & Nicole Serrano (2020) Luke 2:14
The Latin refrain reproduces the traditional liturgical rendering of the angels’ praise to God at Jesus’ birth.
I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day — Chris Renzema (2025) Luke 2:14
The song directly quotes the phrase 'peace on earth, good will to men,' which is a proclamation made by the angels at the birth of Jesus, as recorded in the Gospel of Luke.
Here Comes Heaven — Elevation Worship (2018) Luke 2:14
The bridge directly adopts the angelic declaration of glory to God at Jesus’ birth.
Angels We Have Heard on High — Glee Cast (2022) Luke 2:14
The Latin refrain reproduces the opening declaration of the angelic praise reported at Jesus’ birth.
Sons of Men — Jon Thurlow (2009) Luke 2:14
The repeated angelic praise directly quotes the opening of the heavenly host’s proclamation to the shepherds at Jesus’ birth. Identifying angels as the speakers makes the connection to Luke’s Nativity account unmistakable.
Yuletide (When The Days Grow Colder) — CCV Music (2023) Luke 2:14
The Christmas blessing of peace and goodwill closely echoes the angels' proclamation at Jesus' birth, especially its traditional English wording.
O Little Town Of Bethlehem — Keith & Kristyn Getty (2019) Luke 2:14
The angelic proclamation joins praise directed toward God with the announcement of peace for humanity, closely paraphrasing the heavenly host’s declaration at Jesus’ birth.
You Reign — MercyMe (2007) Luke 2:14
The chorus's heavenly acclamation closely echoes the opening of the angels' praise at Jesus' birth, without retelling the nativity.
Canyons [Beautiful Noise] — Chris August (2010) Luke 2:14
The second verse directly reproduces the opening of the angels’ proclamation of divine glory at Jesus’ birth. The singer adapts that heavenly announcement into personal praise offered from earth.
Angels We Have Heard on High — Phil Wickham (2019) Luke 2:14
The Latin refrain directly invokes the angelic praise recorded at Jesus’ birth, giving glory to God in the highest.
O Come All Ye Faithful — Red Rocks Worship (2019) Luke 2:14
The angelic proclamation giving glory to God in the highest closely reproduces the opening of the heavenly host's announcement to the shepherds.
Angels We Have Heard On High — 7 Hills Worship & Kaelob Mecum (2024) Luke 2:14
The Latin chorus directly reproduces the opening of the angels’ praise in the traditional Latin rendering of this verse.
O Come Let Us Adore Him — Victory (2025) Luke 2:14
The phrase 'Glory to God, glory in the highest' echoes the angelic proclamation found in Luke 2:14, celebrating the birth of Christ and the glory of God.
Angels We Have Heard On High : Gloria — Hillsong Worship (2012) Luke 2:14
The Latin refrain reproduces the opening of the angels’ proclamation in the Latin biblical text of Luke 2:14, directing glory to God in the highest.
Tonight Is Christmas — Alabama (2013) Luke 2:14
The song closely adapts the angels’ announcement of earthly peace and goodwill at Jesus’ birth. Its Christmas setting makes the allusion specific, while the imagined ceasefire extends that proclamation to opposing armies.
The Highest — Elevation Worship (2011) Luke 2:14
The opening refrain closely adapts the angels’ proclamation of glory to God at Jesus’ birth. It retains the distinctive combination of divine glory and heavenly supremacy without retelling the nativity.
Grace Of God With Us — Passion & Chidima (2020) Luke 2:14
The chorus directly adopts the opening of the angelic praise announced at Jesus’ birth.
O Come All Ye Faithful (His Name Shall Be) — Passion & Melodie Malone (2020) Luke 2:14
The angelic proclamation giving glory to God in the highest closely reproduces the praise announced by the heavenly host after Jesus' birth.
Here Comes Santa Claus — Doris Day (2023) Luke 2:14
The promise of worldwide peace at Christmas adapts the angels’ proclamation of peace at Jesus’ birth. The song applies that Nativity announcement as a hope for universal harmony.
Angel — Josh Groban (2020) Luke 2:14
The recurring Latin doxology directly reproduces the opening declaration of the angelic praise at Jesus’ birth.
Your Kingdom Knows No End - Live — Covenant Worship (2014) Luke 2:14
The chorus reproduces the opening acclamation of the heavenly host announcing Jesus' birth to the shepherds.
Angels We Have Heard on High — Pentatonix (2012) Luke 2:14
The Latin refrain directly reproduces the opening of the angels’ praise to God in the Nativity account.
If Christmas Never Came — David Phelps (2007) Luke 2:14
The chorus closely adapts the angelic proclamation of earthly peace and goodwill at Jesus’ birth, particularly its familiar King James wording.
Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee (feat. Isaiah Templeton) — Elevation Worship & Isaiah Templeton (2023) Luke 2:14
The recurring Latin refrain directly reproduces the opening of the angels’ proclamation to the shepherds at Jesus’ birth.
God Has Come To Earth — Aaron Shust (2014) Luke 2:14
The chorus reproduces the central wording of the angels’ proclamation of glory to God at Jesus’ birth. Its attribution to the angels makes the passage unmistakable.
Someday at Christmas — Brian Courtney Wilson (2021) Luke 2:14
The song uses the angelic proclamation associated with Jesus’ birth to frame Christmas as a promise of peace rather than merely a seasonal celebration.
It's Finally Christmas — Casting Crowns (2017) Luke 2:14
The chorus invokes the peace proclaimed by the angels at Jesus’ birth. The Christmas setting makes the allusion to the angelic announcement especially clear.
Angels We Have Heard On High — John Van Deusen (2022) Luke 2:14
The Latin refrain directly reproduces the opening of the angels’ praise in the Vulgate rendering of Luke 2:14, giving glory to God in the highest.
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing/It Came Upon A Midnight Clear - Medley / Remastered 2006 — Bing Crosby (2024) Luke 2:14
The angels’ declaration closely follows the traditional English wording of their proclamation to the shepherds concerning divine glory, earthly peace, and goodwill.
I Heard the Bells — Sleeping At Last (2017) Luke 2:14
The recurring proclamation of earthly peace and goodwill directly reproduces the traditional wording of the angels’ announcement at Jesus’ birth.
O Come Let Us Adore Him — Maverick City Music & Chandler Moore & Jekalyn Carr (2020) Luke 2:14
The angelic proclamation at Jesus' birth is reproduced through the declaration of glory to God in the highest.
I Hope It Snows — Chris Renzema (2024) Luke 2:14
The chorus closely adapts the angels’ proclamation at Jesus’ birth concerning peace on earth and goodwill. Its Christmas setting confirms the intended connection to Luke’s nativity account.
His Name Is Wonderful — Chris Tomlin (2019) Luke 2:14
The bridge combines Gabriel's promise that Jesus' kingdom will have no end with the heavenly host's proclamation of earthly peace and divine favor at his birth.
Adore — Chris Tomlin (2015) Luke 2:14
The angels' proclamation of earthly peace closely reproduces the announcement made by the heavenly host at Jesus' birth.
Your Praise Goes On — Crowder (2022) Luke 2:14
The closing declaration of glory in the highest directly reproduces the central wording of the angels’ proclamation to the shepherds.
Angels We Have Heard On High — Danny Gokey (2019) Luke 2:14
The chorus directly reproduces the central angelic doxology proclaimed at Jesus’ birth.
Angels We Have Heard on High — Big Daddy Weave (2009) Luke 2:14
The Latin refrain reproduces the opening of the angels’ proclamation of glory to God at Jesus’ birth.
Christ in the Stable — ApologetiX (2013) Luke 2:22-38
The temple visit with the infant and the arrival of two prophetic witnesses unmistakably retell the presentation of Jesus and his recognition by Simeon and Anna. This is the infancy episode, not Jesus’ later temple visit at age twelve.
Come Thou Long Expected Jesus — John Van Deusen (2022) Luke 2:25
The description of Jesus as Israel’s consolation recalls Simeon waiting for Israel’s consolation and recognizing its fulfillment in the infant Messiah.
Come Thou Long Expected Jesus — Chris Tomlin (2009) Luke 2:25
The hymn's description of Jesus as Israel's awaited comfort closely adapts Luke's description of Simeon's messianic expectation.
Picture This — 11th Hour (2014) Luke 2:41-47
The song explicitly depicts twelve-year-old Jesus in the temple astonishing the teachers with His understanding. This closely follows Luke's account, although the emphasis on His fearlessness is an embellishment.
Full Grown Man — Josh Baldwin (2025) Luke 2:41-52
The song retells the twelve-year-old Jesus remaining at the temple, engaging its teachers, while Mary anxiously searches for him for three days.
JC's Mom — ApologetiX (2010) Luke 2:41-52
The song explicitly identifies Luke chapter 2 and retells twelve-year-old Jesus remaining at the Jerusalem temple while his parents search for him. Mary's distress and Jesus' continuing growth closely follow this passage.
Amen — Johnny Cash (2012) Luke 2:46-47
Jesus being found in the temple among religious teachers unmistakably recalls this childhood episode. The song compresses the account into teaching, whereas Luke describes him listening, asking questions, and astonishing the teachers with his understanding.
My Father's Business — Pat Barrett (2025) Luke 2:49
The song adapts Jesus’ statement in the temple that he must attend to his Father’s business, applying that vocation collectively to worshipers seeking purified motives.
Try Jesus — Fred Hammond (2014) Luke 2:49
The first verse adapts Jesus' statement about attending to his Father's affairs into a shared call for believers. This specifically echoes his response to his parents when they find him in the temple.
Fire Emoji — 808 BEEZY (2018) Luke 2:49
The description of being committed to the Father's business closely reproduces Jesus' explanation of his divine priority in the temple.

Luke 2 (King James Version)

¹ And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed.

² (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.)

³ And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city.

⁴ And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:)

⁵ To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.

⁶ And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.

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.

⁸ And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.

⁹ And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.

¹⁰ And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.

¹¹ For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.

¹² And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.

¹³ And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,

¹⁴ Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.

¹⁵ And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us.

¹⁶ And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger.

¹⁷ And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child.

¹⁸ And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds.

¹⁹ But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart.

²⁰ And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them.

²¹ And when eight days were accomplished for the circumcising of the child, his name was called JESUS, which was so named of the angel before he was conceived in the womb.

²² And when the days of her purification according to the law of Moses were accomplished, they brought him to Jerusalem, to present him to the Lord;

²³ (As it is written in the law of the LORD, Every male that openeth the womb shall be called holy to the Lord;)

²⁴ And to offer a sacrifice according to that which is said in the law of the Lord, A pair of turtledoves, or two young pigeons.

²⁵ And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; and the same man was just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Ghost was upon him.

²⁶ And it was revealed unto him by the Holy Ghost, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Lord’s Christ.

²⁷ And he came by the Spirit into the temple: and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him after the custom of the law,

²⁸ Then took he him up in his arms, and blessed God, and said,

²⁹ Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word:

³⁰ For mine eyes have seen thy salvation,

³¹ Which thou hast prepared before the face of all people;

³² A light to lighten the Gentiles, and the glory of thy people Israel.

³³ And Joseph and his mother marvelled at those things which were spoken of him.

³⁴ And Simeon blessed them, and said unto Mary his mother, Behold, this child is set for the fall and rising again of many in Israel; and for a sign which shall be spoken against;

³⁵ (Yea, a sword shall pierce through thy own soul also,) that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed.

³⁶ And there was one Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Aser: she was of a great age, and had lived with an husband seven years from her virginity;

³⁷ And she was a widow of about fourscore and four years, which departed not from the temple, but served God with fastings and prayers night and day.

³⁸ And she coming in that instant gave thanks likewise unto the Lord, and spake of him to all them that looked for redemption in Jerusalem.

³⁹ And when they had performed all things according to the law of the Lord, they returned into Galilee, to their own city Nazareth.

⁴⁰ And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon him.

⁴¹ Now his parents went to Jerusalem every year at the feast of the passover.

⁴² And when he was twelve years old, they went up to Jerusalem after the custom of the feast.

⁴³ And when they had fulfilled the days, as they returned, the child Jesus tarried behind in Jerusalem; and Joseph and his mother knew not of it.

⁴⁴ But they, supposing him to have been in the company, went a day’s journey; and they sought him among their kinsfolk and acquaintance.

⁴⁵ And when they found him not, they turned back again to Jerusalem, seeking him.

⁴⁶ And it came to pass, that after three days they found him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the doctors, both hearing them, and asking them questions.

⁴⁷ And all that heard him were astonished at his understanding and answers.

⁴⁸ And when they saw him, they were amazed: and his mother said unto him, Son, why hast thou thus dealt with us? behold, thy father and I have sought thee sorrowing.

⁴⁹ And he said unto them, How is it that ye sought me? wist ye not that I must be about my Father’s business?

⁵⁰ And they understood not the saying which he spake unto them.

⁵¹ And he went down with them, and came to Nazareth, and was subject unto them: but his mother kept all these sayings in her heart.

⁵² And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man.