The Booth Brothers - Celebrating Jesus Lyrics
Lyrics
Everybody's gatherin' 'round that Christmas tree
Laughin' and talkin' and singin' so merrily
There's pumpkin pie and toys; happy girls and boys
But what's the proper meaning behind this Christmas joy
We're celebrating Jesus; that's what Christmas means to me
It's the birthday of the One who makes the blind to see
He purchased my salvation way back on Calvary
I'm celebrating Jesus; that's what Christmas means to me
Hear those sleigh bells jingling down the lane
The choir's singin' Christmas songs again
There's presents 'round the tree; one for you and me
But the greatest gift of all is still the soul set free
I'm celebrating Jesus; that's what Christmas means to me
It's the birthday of the One who makes the blind to see
He purchased my salvation way back on Calvary
I'm celebrating Jesus; that's what Christmas means to me
People celebrate the spirt Christmas brings to town
It's nothing new to Christians 'cause we feel it all year 'round
Year 'round; Year 'round
We feel it all year round
Everybody's gatherin' 'round that Christmas tree
We're laughin' and talkin' and singin' so merrily
There's snow flakes on the ground; there's loved ones all around
But Christmas lights won't shine as bright 'cause all this joy I found.
We're celebrating Jesus; that's what Christmas means to me
It's the birthday of the One who makes the blind to see
He purchased my salvation way back on Calvary
I'm celebrating Jesus; that's what Christmas means to me
I'm celebrating Jesus; that's what Christmas means to me
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Celebrating Jesus
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on November 24, 2022, "Celebrating Jesus" by The Booth Brothers offers a powerful reorientation of the Christmas narrative, shifting the focus from the secular trappings of the holiday to its profound spiritual significance. The song artfully contrasts the familiar imagery of festive gatherings, gifts, and seasonal merriment with a direct and unwavering assertion of the true meaning of Christmas: the birth of Jesus Christ. This lyrical approach serves as a gentle yet firm reminder that while the external celebrations are enjoyable, the true source of Christmas joy is the Savior Himself. The core message resonates with the foundational truths of Christian faith, emphasizing Jesus as the "One who makes the blind to see," a clear allusion to His miraculous healings described throughout the Gospels, such as in John 9 where Jesus heals a man born blind. Furthermore, the song directly links the Christmas event to the ultimate act of redemption, stating, "He purchased my salvation way back on Calvary." This line powerfully connects the birth of Christ to His sacrificial death on the cross, a central tenet of Christian theology, echoing verses like Ephesians 1:7 which speaks of redemption through His blood. The repeated affirmation, "that's what Christmas means to me," underscores a personal and deeply felt conviction, suggesting a life transformed by this foundational belief. The lyrics also challenge the transient nature of secular Christmas spirit, noting, "People celebrate the spirit Christmas brings to town / It's nothing new to Christians 'cause we feel it all year 'round." This highlights the enduring presence of God's love and grace in the lives of believers, a sentiment echoed in scripture like Romans 8:38-39, assuring that nothing can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus. The song concludes by reiterating the immense personal joy derived from this spiritual understanding, suggesting that the "Christmas lights won't shine as bright 'cause all this joy I found." This implies a joy that transcends temporary celebrations, rooted in an eternal truth. Ultimately, "Celebrating Jesus" is a masterful reminder to ground our holiday celebrations in the timeless reality of God's love for humanity, made manifest in the birth of His Son, Jesus Christ.