Sovereign Grace Music - Do Not Fear Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1
Humble virgin, arise and take heart
You’ve been chosen to carry a son
Give no heed to the trembling inside
For the wonder has only begun
Chorus
Do not fear, do not fear
The child you will hold is the Savior foretold drawing near
Do not fear
Verse 2
Lowly shepherds, look up and take heart
See the glory of heaven burn bright
Hear the anthem of joy and good news
Hope has dawned in a stable tonight
Chorus 2
Do not fear, do not fear
The child in the hay is the Ancient of Days drawing near
Do not fear
Verse 3
Weary children, be still and take heart
Every longing you feel is a cry
For the rest He has offered to all
Come to Him, for His burden is light
Chorus 3
Do not fear, do not fear
The God who redeems you and ever
will keep you is near
Do not fear
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Do Not Fear [Acoustic Version]
Meaning & Inspiration
"Do Not Fear," from Sovereign Grace Music's 2020 album *Heaven Has Come*, released on October 30, 2020, stands as a profoundly comforting and theologically rich piece of worship music. This song masterfully unpacks the recurring divine imperative to "Do not fear" by weaving together key narratives of Christ's advent with the universal human need for reassurance in God's presence. Rather than a mere retelling, it transforms familiar scriptural accounts into a present-day balm for the weary soul, focusing intently on the message that the proximity of Christ dispels all dread.
The song begins by addressing the "Humble virgin," clearly referencing Mary, who was chosen to carry the Son of God. The initial instruction, "arise and take heart," echoes the angel Gabriel’s very words to Mary in Luke 1:30: "Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favor with God." The lyrics acknowledge the natural human "trembling inside" that such an overwhelming divine encounter might evoke, yet quickly pivots to the assurance that this is just the beginning of a magnificent "wonder." The chorus, repeating "Do not fear," then explicitly connects this divine command to the tangible reality of the "Savior foretold drawing near." This section beautifully reminds us that the source of Mary’s comfort, the fulfillment of ancient prophecy, is the very child she would hold, directly challenging fear with the promise of Emmanuel, God with us, as prophesied in Isaiah 7:14 and confirmed in Matthew 1:23.
Moving to the "Lowly shepherds," the song shifts its focus to another set of first witnesses to Christ's arrival. The call to "look up and take heart" mirrors the angelic host's announcement in Luke 2:9-10, where fear again grips the shepherds before the message of "good news of great joy." The song portrays the "glory of heaven burn[ing] bright" and the "anthem of joy," painting a vivid picture of the celestial celebration of Christ's birth. The profound truth in the second chorus deepens this revelation: "The child in the hay is the Ancient of Days drawing near." This powerful juxtaposition connects the vulnerability of the infant Jesus in the manger with the eternal, sovereign deity described in Daniel 7:9, emphasizing that the timeless, all-powerful God humbled Himself to enter human history as a baby. This is not merely a historical event, but an ongoing reality of God's imminence.
Finally, the song broadens its scope to "Weary children," encompassing all believers who find themselves burdened by life's anxieties and longings. The lyrics acknowledge that "Every longing you feel is a cry for the rest He has offered to all," drawing a direct line to Jesus' invitation in Matthew 11:28-30: "Come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest... For my yoke is easy and my burden is light." This universal appeal underscores that the comfort extended to Mary and the shepherds is also available to every seeking heart. The concluding chorus culminates in the ultimate antidote to fear: "The God who redeems you and ever will keep you is near." This powerful declaration brings the song's message full circle, assuring us that the very God who initiated salvation through Christ's birth continues to sustain and guard His people. This echoes numerous scriptural promises of God's faithfulness and protective presence, such as Isaiah 41:10, "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand," and Philippians 4:6-7, which encourages us to present our requests to God with thanksgiving, promising that "the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." The song's central message remains unwavering: the active, redemptive, and sustaining presence of God, manifested in Christ, is the ultimate answer to every form of fear. It's a reminder that the Christmas narrative is not just a story of the past, but a living truth that grounds our present hope and future assurance, encouraging all who hear to put their trust in the God who is always drawing near.