LYRICS OF CHRISTMAS | DECEMBER 7, 2025

“Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” – Chip Henderson

Key Passage: Philippians 2:5–11

OPENING QUESTION

What’s one Christmas song that always brings you to worship and helps you feel the weight of who Jesus is?

GROW

This week’s hymn declares the beauty and mystery of the incarnation. Jesus, fully God, chose humility and humanity to rescue us. Paul highlights this in the Christ Hymn (Philippians 2:5–11), reminding us that Jesus laid aside His glory, became a servant, died for us, and was exalted as King.

  • What truths about Jesus stand out most in Philippians 2:5–11?
  • How do the lyrics “veiled in flesh the Godhead see” and “mild He lays His glory by” help you grasp the wonder of Jesus’ humility?
  • Why is it important to know the meaning behind the songs we sing in worship?

PRAY

We worship a Savior who humbled Himself and is now exalted as King. Prayer is how we adore Him, imitate Him, and trust Him with all things.

  • Where do you need Jesus to remind you that He is King over your circumstances?

  • Is there a place in your life where you feel called to humble yourself or serve others like Jesus did?

  • How can we pray for each other to worship not just with words, but with our lives?

CONNECT

Jesus came not just to save us, but to shape us. Paul shared this hymn to teach the church how to live together—serving, honoring, and humbling themselves for the sake of unity.

  • Who in your life lives out humility and servant-heartedness well? How have they shaped your faith?

  • What’s one way our group can imitate Christ’s humility and love this Christmas season?

  • How can we encourage each other to “have the same attitude as Christ Jesus” in our relationships?

SHARE

The point of the hymn, and the gospel, is adoration. We were made to praise Him, not just with lyrics, but with our lives.

  • Who do you know who needs to hear the message behind this song? That Jesus humbled Himself for them?

  • How can you use a Christmas song or Scripture to spark a spiritual conversation this week?

  • What’s one way you can “declare the wonder” of Jesus this Christmas? At home, at work, or in your neighborhood?

NEXT STEP

Choose one action for this week in one of the Be The Church rhythms:

Grow: Meditate on Philippians 2:5–11.
Pray: Ask Jesus to show you where to serve with humility.
Connect: Encourage someone who reflects Jesus in how they love others.
Share: Tell someone what “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” really means to you now.

PRAYER

Jesus, thank You for humbling Yourself and for stepping into our world to save us. Help us live with the same attitude, to honor You as King and serve others with joy. As we sing the lyrics of Christmas, let our lives echo the truth of Your love. Amen.