The Gift

Song Meaning

The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a celestial event, focusing on a star's guiding light that leads to the birth of a child. This child is immediately framed as significant, destined to become "the King of Kings." The tone is one of awe and divine announcement, with "angels in the heavens shout" and "creatures of the earth give praise." The core message is that this birth is a deliberate act of God, offering "The gift of His own Son to us today." The central tension arises from the juxtaposition of the child's divine destiny and the foreknowledge of his sacrificial death. Even as an infant, the lyrics state "He knows / One day soon His earthly throne / Would be a tree of shame on which to die." This stark contrast between the "holy child" and the "tree of shame" highlights the profound love and purpose behind his coming, emphasizing that he "chose to come" despite this predetermined suffering. The repeated refrain, "Angels in the heavens shout / 'Glory to this holy child' / All the creatures of the earth give praise / Every man rejoice and sing / God has chosen now to bring / The gift of His own Son to us today," serves as an anchor, reinforcing the magnitude of the event and the universal call to celebration. The repetition emphasizes the singular, momentous nature of this divine "gift" and its intended impact on "all mankind."