This sermon looks at the history of the song "O Holy Night", the true meaning behind it, and how God has used it to transcend people groups and nations. Despite opposition, and even being banned, this hymn has continued to glorify God throughout history, which points to the sincere holiness of the night of our Savior's birth.
O Holy Night
Luke 2:8-16
December 13, 2020 • Jeff Noble
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