for KING & COUNTRY - A Christmas Monologue Lyrics
Lyrics
It's remarkable
To think that a baby Boy born in a stable
No prestige, no privilege
No social media or social status
Political campaigns or private airplanes
And yet, He turned B.C. into A.D.
He flipped the world on its head
He's the most famous name around the globe
Inspired the most read book ever written
He reconnected us to Heaven and, in turn, brought Heaven down to Earth
And now He offers us redemption
A fresh start
Freedom
So that we can hold our heads high
And march through this life knowing that we are never alone
That every woman and man, boy and girl
To all of us who feel like we have nothing left, nothing to bring
That we can know that God is smiling at us
That He's loving us
That we are enough
So light up that Christmas tree
Stand under the mistletoe
Surround yourself with the ones that you love the most
And together let's celebrate the greatest news this world has ever known
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Meaning & Inspiration
The powerful message of for KING & COUNTRY's "A Christmas Monologue," released as part of their *A Drummer Boy Christmas +* album on October 29, 2021, cuts straight to the heart of the season. Far from a typical carol, this spoken-word piece serves as a profound reflection, urging everyone to look beyond the tinsel and rediscover the revolutionary truth at Christmas's core. It immediately draws attention to the improbable origin of history’s greatest figure: a baby born "in a stable / No prestige, no privilege," devoid of worldly status or influence. Yet, this humble arrival, as the monologue rightly asserts, "turned B.C. into A.D.," a literal and metaphorical flipping of the world on its head. This historical demarcation isn't merely about a calendar change; it underscores the seismic shift in human history and eternity initiated by God's perfect timing, as articulated in *Galatians 4:4-5*, where "when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son." The sheer magnitude of Christ's impact, emerging from such unassuming beginnings, resonates deeply with the humility described in *Philippians 2:6-8*, where Jesus, though God, emptied himself and took the form of a servant.
The monologue continues by tracing the expansive influence of this unique life, noting how Jesus "reconnected us to Heaven and, in turn, brought Heaven down to Earth." This encapsulates the core of the Gospel, where Christ's coming shattered the barrier of sin that separated humanity from God. As *John 14:6* makes clear, Jesus is "the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me," signifying the complete restoration of our relationship with the divine. This re-connection brings with it incredible gifts: "redemption / A fresh start / Freedom." These are not abstract concepts but tangible realities offered through Christ’s sacrifice. *Ephesians 1:7* proclaims, "In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins," while *2 Corinthians 5:17* promises a "new creation" for those in Christ—a true fresh start. The freedom spoken of is liberation from the burdens of sin and shame, echoing Jesus’ words in *John 8:36*, "So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed."
Perhaps the most uplifting aspect of "A Christmas Monologue" is its affirmation of personal worth and divine presence. The message culminates in the assurance that because of Christ, we can "hold our heads high / And march through this life knowing that we are never alone." This assurance combats the pervasive feelings of inadequacy and isolation common to the human experience. Scripture firmly supports this, with *Matthew 28:20* promising, "And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age," and *Hebrews 13:5* reinforcing, "I will never leave you nor forsake you." The monologue profoundly states that "God is smiling at us / That He's loving us / That we are enough." This beautiful sentiment is echoed in *Zephaniah 3:17*, which joyfully declares that "The Lord your God is with you... He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing." To know we are "enough" in God’s eyes is to grasp the depth of His grace, understanding that our completeness comes from being "in Christ," as *Colossians 2:10* expresses. The piece concludes with an invitation to blend the festive traditions of Christmas—lighting trees, gathering under mistletoe, surrounding oneself with loved ones—with the true reason for the season: "the greatest news this world has ever known." This powerful monologue transcends simple holiday cheer, serving as a poignant reminder that Christmas is not just a story, but an ongoing invitation into a life of purpose, peace, and profound love, all centered on the miraculous birth of a Savior.