Lyrics
Child of wonder, close Your eyes
Rest here in my arms tonight
Someday You will save the world
But tonight I'll hold You right here in my arms
Precious miracle of life, child of love
Gift of hope, the gift of light from the Father above
And You were made for all mankind
You will always be mine, child of love
Gabriel's promise has come true
God has blessed this world with You
And as I humbly hold You now
In my heart I know I'm holding Heaven's child
Precious miracle of life, child of love
Gift of hope, the gift of light from the Father above
And You were made for all mankind
But You will always be mine, child of love
Precious miracle of life, child of love
Gift of hope, the gift of light from the Father above
And You were made for all mankind
But You will always be mine, child of love
Child of wonder, close Your eyes
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Meaning & Inspiration
Child of Love presents the nativity through the tender perspective of Mary holding the infant Jesus. The child is described as wonder, miracle, hope, and light from the Father, while the promise delivered by Gabriel is treated as fulfilled. The contrast between the quiet scene and the declaration that this child will save the world gives the song its central meaning: divine rescue enters human history in the vulnerability of a baby. Marys care also reflects awe before the mystery of holding heavens child.
The lyrics closely echo the annunciation, where Gabriel tells Mary that she will bear a son whose kingdom will not end. Their language of light also recalls the Gospel of John, which presents Christ as the true light given to humanity. By returning to the intimate phrase child of love, the song joins those biblical themes to maternal affection without losing sight of the childs mission for all mankind.
Related Scripture
- Luke 1:31-33 Gabriel tells Mary that she will bear Jesus, whose kingdom will never end.
- John 1:9 John describes Christ as the true light coming into the world.