Matthew 1

Which worship songs are based on Matthew 1?

  1. Some Things Never Change — Bride (2013) Matthew 1:18-23

    The closing creed explicitly affirms the virgin birth, referencing the account of Jesus being conceived through the Holy Spirit before Mary and Joseph came together.

  2. Glorious Day (Living He Loved Me) — Casting Crowns (2009) Matthew 1:18-23

    The opening explicitly identifies Jesus' birth as a virgin birth, matching Matthew's account of Mary's conception and its fulfillment of prophecy.

  3. Jesus, Savior — Chris August (2010) Matthew 1:18-21

    Joseph’s uncertainty about Mary’s pregnancy and the angel’s appearance in his dream directly adapt Matthew’s account. The instruction to proceed with the marriage and the association of Jesus’ name with salvation are especially specific.

  4. Though You Were Rich — Matt Gilman (2013) Matthew 1:18-23

    The opening explicitly identifies Jesus' birth as a virgin birth, matching Matthew's account of Mary's conception through the Holy Spirit.

  5. My Statement Of Faith — Greater Vision (2010) Matthew 1:18-23

    The declaration of conception through the Holy Spirit and birth to the virgin Mary explicitly summarizes Matthew's account of Jesus' conception and its fulfillment of the virgin-birth prophecy.

  6. With Us Now — Covenant Worship (2021) Matthew 1:18-23

    The song closely follows Matthew’s account of Jesus being conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of a virgin, and identified by the prophetic name Emmanuel.

  7. Joseph — Jason Crabb (2010) Matthew 1:18-25

    The song closely follows Matthew’s portrayal of Joseph as righteous, unwilling to expose Mary to disgrace, and instructed by an angel in a dream to marry her. Its reference to prophetic fulfillment also reflects Matthew’s explanation of the pregnancy; Joseph’s imagined emotions and the threatened stoning are not reported events in this passage.

  8. Silent Night — Cimorelli (2014) Matthew 1:18-23

    The depiction of Mary as a virgin mother specifically invokes the miraculous conception described in Matthew, including its citation of the prophecy that a virgin would bear a son.

  9. One Still Night — Sovereign Grace Music (2014) Matthew 1:20-23

    Joseph’s dream and the announcement that Mary’s child will rescue people from sin directly recall the angel’s message. The chorus’s identification of the child as Immanuel also matches Matthew’s explanation of the birth.

  10. God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen — Victory (2025) Matthew 1:20-21

    The lyrics convey the message of Jesus being born to save humanity from sin, paralleling the biblical account of His purpose as stated in the Gospel of Matthew.

  11. Unto Us — Hillsong Worship (2012) Matthew 1:21-23

    The naming of Jesus as Savior alongside Emmanuel connects directly to Matthew’s birth announcement, which explains Jesus’ saving mission and applies Isaiah’s Emmanuel prophecy to his birth.

  12. Child Like This — Jon Thurlow (2010) Matthew 1:21-23

    The chorus combines Jesus' identity as God's presence with humanity and His mission to save His people from their sins, matching Matthew's account of the announcement to Joseph. The additional emphasis on blood goes beyond this passage.

  13. What You Gonna Call Your Pretty Little Baby — Joan Baez (2012) Matthew 1:21-25

    The combination of Mary's virgin motherhood and the names Jesus and Manuel, a shortened form of Emmanuel, specifically recalls Matthew's birth account. The song turns the biblical naming announcements into a devotional exchange with Mary rather than reproducing the narrative exactly.

  14. Passover Prophecy — Chaotic Resemblance (2022) Matthew 1:22-23

    The identification of the Messiah as virgin-born invokes Isaiah’s sign as explicitly applied to Jesus’ conception in Matthew.

  15. Emmanuel God With Us — Chris Tomlin (2021) Matthew 1:22-23

    The song uses Matthew’s translated meaning of Emmanuel and pairs it with Jesus’ virgin birth, directly engaging Matthew’s application of Isaiah’s prophecy to Christ.

  16. Advent Song — The Porter's Gate (2021) Matthew 1:22-23

    The repeated divine name invokes Isaiah's promised sign and Matthew's identification of Jesus as God present with his people.

  17. O Come, O Come Emmanuel — Jaci Velasquez (2021) Matthew 1:22-23

    The invocation of Emmanuel and expectation of the Son of God’s arrival draw directly on Matthew’s identification of Jesus as the promised child whose name signifies God’s presence with his people.

  18. I've Heard About You — Crowder (2022) Matthew 1:22-23

    Identifying Jesus by the name Emmanuel directly recalls Matthew's application of Isaiah's prophecy to Jesus, presenting his birth as God coming to dwell with humanity.

  19. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing — Rascal Flatts (2016) Matthew 1:22-23

    The description of Christ as the virgin's offspring and as Emmanuel directly engages Matthew's fulfillment of Isaiah's virgin-birth prophecy and its identification of Jesus as God present with humanity.

  20. Because He's Born — Beckah Shae (2010) Matthew 1:22-23

    The pairing of the virgin birth with the name Emmanuel directly invokes Matthew’s application of Isaiah’s prophecy to Jesus’ birth.

  21. Highest Hallelujah — Brett Younker & Passion (2020) Matthew 1:22-23

    The identification of Jesus as Immanuel and as God present with humanity closely restates Matthew's interpretation of the virgin birth.

  22. God Made Low — Sovereign Grace Music (2014) Matthew 1:22-23

    The virgin birth, fulfillment of prophetic promise, and identification of the child as Emmanuel closely follow Matthew’s application of Isaiah’s prophecy to Jesus. The chorus emphasizes the divine presence expressed by that name.

  23. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing — Marc Martel (2021) Matthew 1:22-23

    Calling Jesus Emmanuel while emphasizing his dwelling among humanity invokes Matthew's identification of the child as God present with his people.

  24. Born That We May Have Life — Chris Tomlin (2009) Matthew 1:22-23

    The explicit identification of Jesus' mother as a virgin recalls Matthew's account of his birth as the fulfillment of Isaiah's prophecy.

  25. Almost There — Michael W. Smith (2014) Matthew 1:22-23

    Naming Mary's expected child Emmanuel directly recalls Matthew's application of Isaiah's birth prophecy to Jesus, identifying his coming as God's presence with humanity.

  26. O Little Town of Bethlehem — Tommee Profitt & Rachael Lampa (2020) Matthew 1:22-23

    Addressing the Bethlehem child as Immanuel invokes Matthew's identification of Jesus as the promised divine presence whose name means God with us.

  27. O Come, O Come, Emmanuel — John Van Deusen (2022) Matthew 1:22-23

    The hymn addresses the coming Christ by the prophetic name Matthew applies to Jesus, emphasizing God’s presence with his people.

  28. The King Has Come — Kristian Stanfill & Passion (2020) Matthew 1:22-23

    The song identifies Jesus as Immanuel and presents his arrival as the fulfillment of God's promise. This directly reflects Matthew's application of Isaiah's Immanuel prophecy to Jesus' birth.

  29. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing — Mahalia Jackson (2011) Matthew 1:22-23

    The combination of a virgin birth and the name Emmanuel specifically recalls Matthew's application of Isaiah's prophecy to Jesus.

  30. Prepare Him Room — Sovereign Grace Music (2014) Matthew 1:22-23

    The foretold virgin birth and the declaration of God's presence in Christ connect directly to Matthew's fulfillment citation of Isaiah 7:14 and his explanation of Emmanuel.

  31. Saviour — We Are Messengers (2022) Matthew 1:22-23

    The combination of a virgin mother, a child’s birth, and the name Emmanuel specifically reflects Matthew’s application of Isaiah’s prophecy to Jesus.

  32. O Come O Come Emmanuel — Maverick City Music & Naomi Raine & Nate Moore (2020) Matthew 1:22-23

    The song invokes the promised Emmanuel and repeatedly identifies his presence as God dwelling with his people, directly reflecting Matthew’s interpretation of Jesus’ birth.

  33. Hark, The Herald Angels Sing — George Strait (2021) Matthew 1:22-23

    The identification of Jesus as the virgin-born Emmanuel closely follows Matthew’s application of Isaiah’s prophecy, including both the virginal conception and the name meaning God present with humanity.

  34. Hark the Herald Angels Sing — Hawk Nelson (2011) Matthew 1:22-23

    The explicit identification of Christ as born from a virgin corresponds to Matthew’s application of Isaiah’s virgin-birth prophecy to Jesus.

  35. O Come O Come Emmanuel — Victory (2025) Matthew 1:22-23

    The song invokes the promised Messiah by the name Emmanuel, meaning God present with his people. Matthew explicitly applies Isaiah's sign to the birth of Jesus.

  36. Sing We The Song Of Emmanuel - Live — Keith & Kristyn Getty & Matt Boswell & Matt Papa & Sing! (2019) Matthew 1:22-23

    The identification of the promised Christ as Emmanuel directly invokes Isaiah’s sign prophecy and Matthew’s application of it to Jesus’ birth.

  37. O Little Town of Bethlehem — Burl Ives (2023) Matthew 1:22-23

    Addressing Christ as Emmanuel invokes Matthew’s interpretation of Jesus’ birth as the fulfillment of the promised child called “God with us.”

  38. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing — Darius Rucker (2014) Matthew 1:22-23

    The second verse combines the virgin birth with Jesus' identification as Emmanuel, directly reflecting Matthew's application of Isaiah's prophecy to Jesus.

  39. Babe in the Straw — Caedmon’s Call (2009) Matthew 1:22-23

    The prophetic name given to the infant identifies him as God present with humanity, directly invoking Matthew’s application of Isaiah 7:14 to Jesus’ birth.

  40. O Come O Come Emmanuel — Hannah Kerr (2020) Matthew 1:22-23

    The song invokes the promised name Emmanuel, which Matthew applies to Jesus as the fulfillment of Isaiah’s sign that God would be present with his people.

  41. His Name Is Wonderful — Chris Tomlin (2019) Matthew 1:23

    The chorus applies the prophetic name meaning God with us to Jesus, following Matthew's interpretation of Isaiah's sign prophecy.

  42. O Come, O Come, Emmanuel — Big Daddy Weave (2009) Matthew 1:23

    The hymn addresses the anticipated Son of God by the prophetic name that Matthew applies to Jesus, identifying his arrival with God's presence among his people. Matthew presents this identification as the fulfillment of Isaiah 7:14.

  43. Emmanuel (Hallowed Manger Ground) — Chris Tomlin (2009) Matthew 1:23

    The repeated name Emmanuel and its explanation through God's presence among humanity directly engage Matthew's explanation of the name, citing Isaiah 7:14.

  44. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing — Amy Grant (2008) Matthew 1:23

    The hymn identifies Jesus through the prophetic name that Matthew explains as signifying God’s presence with humanity. Its surrounding emphasis on incarnation reinforces this specific connection.

  45. When Love Was Born — Mark Schultz (2009) Matthew 1:23

    The song names the infant with the prophetic name Matthew applies to Jesus, identifying his birth as God's presence among humanity. The Nativity setting makes Matthew's application of Isaiah 7:14 the most immediate reference.

  46. O Come, O Come, Emmanuel — Dustin Kensrue (2008) Matthew 1:23

    The hymn invokes the promised child named Immanuel in Isaiah, whose prophecy Matthew applies to Jesus. Its expectation of divine presence through the coming Son makes this a specific messianic reference.

  47. Angelic Proclamation (medley) — BarlowGirl (2008) Matthew 1:23

    The identification of Jesus as Emmanuel, directly alongside his coming to live with humanity, invokes Matthew’s explanation of the prophetic name as God present with his people.

  48. On My Knees — Jaci Velasquez (2009) Matthew 1:23

    The divine name invoked in the second verse specifically recalls Matthew’s identification of Jesus as God present with his people. The song uses that name to ground its assurance of God's nearness during prayer.

  49. Silent Night — Casting Crowns (2008) Matthew 1:23

    The bridge uses the prophetic name Matthew applies to Jesus and develops its meaning as divine presence with humanity. The Christmas setting supports Matthew’s birth account as the immediate reference.

  50. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing — Aretha Franklin (2008) Matthew 1:23

    The combination of virgin birth and the name Emmanuel directly invokes Matthew’s application of Isaiah’s prophecy to Jesus. The description of divine presence among humanity also expresses the meaning Matthew gives that name.

  51. Father, Son, Spirit — Jason Upton (2015) Matthew 1:23

    The second verse names Jesus as Emmanuel and gives the name’s meaning, directly reproducing Matthew’s identification of Jesus as God present with humanity.

  52. Here in the Presence — Elevation Worship (2017) Matthew 1:23

    The chorus invokes the messianic title Emmanuel and immediately emphasizes its meaning: God remains present with His people.

  53. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing — Carrie Underwood (2008) Matthew 1:23

    The hymn combines birth from a virgin with the identification of Jesus as Immanuel. This closely follows Matthew’s application of Isaiah’s prophecy to Jesus’ birth.

  54. Light of the World — Lauren Daigle (2014) Matthew 1:23

    The repeated naming of the arriving child as Emmanuel evokes Matthew's application of Isaiah's birth prophecy to Jesus. The Christmas setting supports this specific connection rather than merely a general theme of divine companionship.

  55. Most Beautiful Time of the Year — Beckah Shae (2010) Matthew 1:23

    The name invoked in the Christmas-carol passage is the prophetic name Matthew applies to Jesus’s birth, signifying God’s presence with his people. The Christmas context favors Matthew’s fulfillment account over the underlying prophecy in Isaiah.

  56. Emmanuel — Hannah Kerr (2020) Matthew 1:23

    The repeated name Emmanuel is accompanied by its meaning, God's presence with humanity, and the bridge closely follows Matthew's declaration that the child would bear this name.

  57. All Is Well — Carrie Underwood (2021) Matthew 1:23

    The declaration that Emmanuel has been born directly reflects Matthew’s application of Isaiah’s prophecy to Jesus, identifying the child as God present with his people.

  58. God Is With Us — Casting Crowns (2008) Matthew 1:23

    The refrain pairs the name Emmanuel with its translated meaning, reproducing Matthew’s explanation of the name. The Christmas setting makes Matthew’s application of Isaiah 7:14 to Jesus’ birth the clearest reference.

  59. Come Adore The Humble King - Live — Keith & Kristyn Getty & Matt Boswell & Matt Papa & Sing! (2019) Matthew 1:23

    The identification of Jesus as Emmanuel is immediately explained in terms of God dwelling among humanity, closely following Matthew's interpretation of the name.

  60. Presenca — Cristina Mel (2012) Matthew 1:23

    The identification of Jesus by the name Emmanuel invokes Matthew's application of Isaiah's prophecy to him. The song's emphasis on divine presence reinforces the name's meaning, God with us.

  61. Christmas Day — Chris Tomlin (2021) Matthew 1:23

    The song invokes the name Emmanuel and immediately explains it as God's presence with humanity, closely following Matthew's interpretation of the name.

  62. Benediction — Jars of Clay (2010) Matthew 1:23

    The song uses the name Emmanuel and explicitly supplies its meaning, matching Matthew’s explanation of the prophetic name applied to Jesus. This is a specific textual reference rather than merely a general affirmation of divine presence.

  63. Mention of Your Name — Jenn Johnson (2017) Matthew 1:23

    The title Emmanuel identifies Jesus as God present with his people, matching Matthew's interpretation of the name and reinforcing the song's emphasis on his immediate presence.

  64. God With Us (You Are Emmanuel) [Live] — Leeland (2014) Matthew 1:23

    The chorus pairs the name Emmanuel with its translated meaning, reproducing the identification Matthew gives when applying Isaiah's prophecy to Jesus.

  65. God With Us — MercyMe (2007) Matthew 1:23

    The chorus pairs the name Emmanuel with its translated meaning, reproducing Matthew's explanation of the name. The song's focus on Christ's presence makes Matthew's application of Isaiah's prophecy the clearest reference.

  66. City of David — The Gray Havens (2017) Matthew 1:23

    The repeated identification of Jesus as Emmanuel and the accompanying explanation of divine presence directly invoke Matthew’s interpretation of the name.

  67. I Am Joseph (God Is With Us) — Steven Curtis Chapman (2012) Matthew 1:23

    The chorus repeats Matthew’s translation of the name Emmanuel. The surrounding focus on Jesus’ birth makes this a specific reference to the incarnation rather than a general statement of divine presence.

  68. The Truth Is Who You Are — Tenth Avenue North (2010) Matthew 1:23

    The bridge pairs the name Emmanuel with its translated meaning, directly reproducing Matthew’s explanation of the name in the announcement of Jesus’ birth.

  69. Light Of The World — Covenant Worship (2021) Matthew 1:23

    The pre-chorus names Jesus as Emmanuel and immediately gives the name’s biblical meaning, matching Matthew’s interpretation of the promised child.

  70. When I Think Upon Christmas — Hillsong Worship (2017) Matthew 1:23

    The use of the name Emmanuel and its meaning as God's presence among humanity directly invokes Matthew's interpretation of Jesus' birth.

  71. Joy to the World — Jason Gray (2012) Matthew 1:23

    The refrain repeatedly uses the prophetic name that Matthew applies to Jesus, identifying his coming with God's presence among humanity. Matthew explicitly draws this name from Isaiah 7:14.

  72. When Hope Came Down — Kari Jobe (2012) Matthew 1:23

    The declaration of God’s presence among humanity closely adapts Matthew’s explanation of the name Immanuel. The explicit setting of Jesus’ birth makes this a specific Nativity allusion rather than a general statement about divine companionship.

  73. O Come, O Come Emmanuel — Sixpence None the Richer (2008) Matthew 1:23

    The hymn addresses Christ by the prophetic name identifying the promised child with God's presence. Matthew applies this prophecy from Isaiah 7:14 to Jesus' birth.

  74. Christmas Card — Steven Curtis Chapman (2012) Matthew 1:23

    The bridge identifies Christ’s coming at Christmas with God's presence among us, closely adapting Matthew’s explanation of the name Immanuel. The birth context makes this more specific than a general assurance of divine companionship.

  75. Prince of Peace (feat. Abby Vaughn) — Cross Point Music & Abby Vaughn (2023) Matthew 1:23

    The chorus uses Matthew’s translation of Emmanuel to identify Jesus as the divine presence dwelling among humanity.

  76. Be with Us Now (Emmanuel) — Building 429 (2015) Matthew 1:23

    The bridge repeats the name and its translation given in Matthew's account of Jesus' promised birth. The song makes that declaration of divine presence the basis of its prayer for reassurance.

  77. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing — Cimorelli (2014) Matthew 1:23

    The second verse combines Jesus’ birth from a virgin with his identification as Emmanuel, directly reflecting Matthew’s application of Isaiah’s prophecy.

  78. We Rejoice — Elevation Worship (2011) Matthew 1:23

    The song names Jesus as Emmanuel and connects His coming with God's presence among His people. This directly engages Matthew's explanation of the name in the account of Jesus' birth, which cites Isaiah 7:14.

  79. Opening Prayer / We've Come to Adore You (feat. Naomi Raine, Todd Galberth & Mav City Gospel Choir) — Maverick City Music & Naomi Raine & Todd Galberth & Mav City Gospel Choir (2021) Matthew 1:23

    The repeated title Emmanuel and its explanation as God's personal presence directly invoke Matthew's interpretation of Jesus' birth as the fulfillment of the promised name meaning that God is with his people.

  80. We Need Emmanuel — Brandon Heath (2021) Matthew 1:23

    The refrain repeatedly gives the meaning of Emmanuel exactly as Matthew does when applying Isaiah’s prophecy to Jesus’ birth.

  81. Adore — Chris Tomlin (2015) Matthew 1:23

    The song pairs Jesus' Emmanuel designation with an explanation of God's presence among humanity, closely following Matthew's interpretation of the name. The birth context makes Matthew's use of Isaiah's prophecy the most immediate reference.

  82. Gloria - Live — Chris Tomlin (2021) Matthew 1:23

    The use of Emmanuel together with the affirmation of God's presence directly invokes Matthew's interpretation of Jesus' name as God present with his people.

  83. Righteous One — Nathaniel Bassey & Victoria Orenze (2021) Matthew 1:23

    The song identifies Jesus by the name Emmanuel and immediately gives its meaning, closely reproducing Matthew’s interpretation of the name as declaring God’s presence with humanity.

  84. Christmas in Kentucky — Steven Curtis Chapman (2012) Matthew 1:23

    The chorus closely adapts Matthew's explanation of the name Emmanuel. The Christmas setting makes this a specific reference to God's presence through Jesus' birth rather than a general assurance of divine companionship.

  85. The Gifts They Gave — Johnny Cash (2014) Matthew 1:23

    The closing divine name identifies Jesus with the child foretold in the prophecy Matthew applies to his birth. Its use in this nativity setting specifically invokes Matthew’s identification of Jesus as God present with his people.

  86. Before the Skies — Sovereign Grace Music (2014) Matthew 1:23

    The final verse names Christ as Immanuel, while the refrain repeatedly expresses the meaning Matthew gives that name: God's presence with his people.

  87. King of Heaven — Hillsong UNITED (2013) Matthew 1:23

    The chorus repeats the prophetic name for Jesus together with its translated meaning, directly reproducing Matthew’s explanation of the incarnation. Matthew presents this as the fulfillment of Isaiah 7:14.

  88. Jesus Messiah — Chris Tomlin (2008) Matthew 1:23

    The identification of Jesus as Emmanuel invokes Matthew's application of Isaiah's prophecy to Jesus, identifying him with God's presence among his people.

  89. Names — Elevation Worship (2021) Matthew 1:23

    The chorus names Jesus as Immanuel and immediately supplies the same interpretation of that name given in Matthew’s account, emphasizing God's presence with his people.

  90. Behold Him — Francesca Battistelli (2020) Matthew 1:23

    The bridge identifies Christ as Emmanuel and immediately gives the name’s meaning, directly engaging Matthew’s interpretation of Jesus’ birth.

  91. Father, I — Hillsong UNITED (2010) Matthew 1:23

    The opening invokes the prophetic name that Matthew applies to Jesus when citing Isaiah 7:14, identifying him as God present with his people.

  92. What Child Is This — Michael W. Smith (2014) Matthew 1:23

    The song names Jesus as Emmanuel and immediately explains that name as God's presence with humanity. This closely follows Matthew's explanation of the name in his account of Jesus' birth.

  93. Hope Has A Name — Kristian Stanfill & Passion (2020) Matthew 1:23

    The chorus repeatedly uses the prophetic name Immanuel, which Isaiah introduces and Matthew explicitly applies to Jesus in the nativity account.

  94. The Christmas Song — Francesca Battistelli (2012) Matthew 1:23

    The refrain pairs Jesus’ name Emmanuel with its meaning, identifying his birth as God's presence among humanity. This directly reproduces the name-and-interpretation pairing in Matthew's birth account.

  95. God With Us — Jeremy Camp (2012) Matthew 1:23

    The repeated pairing of Jesus’ name Emmanuel with its translated meaning directly reproduces Matthew’s explanation of the name, given in connection with his birth.

  96. O What A King — Katy Nichole (2022) Matthew 1:23

    The chorus directly uses Matthew’s interpretation of the promised name Immanuel as declaring God’s presence with humanity.

  97. Rejoice — Aaron Shust (2014) Matthew 1:23

    The chorus invokes the prophetic name Matthew applies to Jesus in his birth account, identifying him as God's presence with humanity. The song’s Christmas setting makes this a specific scriptural allusion.

  98. This Is What We Believe — Aaron Shust (2011) Matthew 1:23

    The song names Jesus Emmanuel and connects that name with God's presence among humanity, reflecting Matthew's explanation of the name in the birth announcement.

  99. Hymn of Joy — Chris Tomlin (2015) Matthew 1:23

    The chorus addresses Jesus by the messianic name that Matthew explains as God with us. Its celebration of divine arrival and presence reinforces this specific connection.

  100. Yuletide (When The Days Grow Colder) — CCV Music (2023) Matthew 1:23

    The song invokes Jesus by the prophetic name Emmanuel and immediately explains the name as God's presence with humanity, closely reproducing Matthew's interpretation of Isaiah's prophecy.

  101. Because of Bethlehem — Matthew West (2025) Matthew 1:23

    The song's mention of 'Immanuel' connects directly to the prophecy in Matthew 1:23, which states that Jesus would be called Immanuel, meaning 'God with us.'

  102. O Come, O Come Emmanuel — Pentatonix (2012) Matthew 1:23

    The hymn addresses the awaited Son of God by the prophetic name Emmanuel. Matthew applies this name, drawn from Isaiah 7:14, to Jesus and explains it as God's presence with his people.

  103. Hallelujah — David Phelps (2007) Matthew 1:23

    The identification of the newborn Jesus as Emmanuel directly recalls Matthew’s application of Isaiah’s prophecy to Jesus’ birth.

  104. Unto Us — Aaron Shust (2014) Matthew 1:23

    The song pairs Emmanuel with the meaning of that name, identifying Jesus' arrival as God's presence among humanity. This follows Matthew's application of Isaiah's prophecy to Jesus' birth.

Matthew 1 (King James Version)

1 The book of the generation of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham.

2 Abraham begat Isaac; and Isaac begat Jacob; and Jacob begat Judas and his brethren;

3 And Judas begat Phares and Zara of Thamar; and Phares begat Esrom; and Esrom begat Aram;

4 And Aram begat Aminadab; and Aminadab begat Naasson; and Naasson begat Salmon;

5 And Salmon begat Booz of Rachab; and Booz begat Obed of Ruth; and Obed begat Jesse;

6 And Jesse begat David the king; and David the king begat Solomon of her that had been the wife of Urias;

7 And Solomon begat Roboam; and Roboam begat Abia; and Abia begat Asa;

8 And Asa begat Josaphat; and Josaphat begat Joram; and Joram begat Ozias;

9 And Ozias begat Joatham; and Joatham begat Achaz; and Achaz begat Ezekias;

10 And Ezekias begat Manasses; and Manasses begat Amon; and Amon begat Josias;

11 And Josias begat Jechonias and his brethren, about the time they were carried away to Babylon:

12 And after they were brought to Babylon, Jechonias begat Salathiel; and Salathiel begat Zorobabel;

13 And Zorobabel begat Abiud; and Abiud begat Eliakim; and Eliakim begat Azor;

14 And Azor begat Sadoc; and Sadoc begat Achim; and Achim begat Eliud;

15 And Eliud begat Eleazar; and Eleazar begat Matthan; and Matthan begat Jacob;

16 And Jacob begat Joseph the husband of Mary, of whom was born Jesus, who is called Christ.

17 So all the generations from Abraham to David are fourteen generations; and from David until the carrying away into Babylon are fourteen generations; and from the carrying away into Babylon unto Christ are fourteen generations.

18 Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost.

19 Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not willing to make her a publick example, was minded to put her away privily.

20 But while he thought on these things, behold, the angel of the LORD appeared unto him in a dream, saying, Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife: for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost.

21 And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins.

22 Now all this was done, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying,

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.

24 Then Joseph being raised from sleep did as the angel of the Lord had bidden him, and took unto him his wife:

25 And knew her not till she had brought forth her firstborn son: and he called his name JESUS.