What better way to prepare for the time of Christmas than Advent music and Advent prayers! Here we have collected our favorite Advent songs and hymns to celebrate the arrival of Christmas and the glory of Christ's birth.
Advent is the season of preparing our hearts, souls, and minds for the arrival of Jesus Christ, refocusing our lives in communion with our Lord and savior. May these Advent tunes bring tidings of joy and hope for the coming of Christmas.
"For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life." ~ John 3:16 ESV
10 Advent Songs and Hymns to Prepare for Christmas
This collection is a mix of modern advent songs, traditional songs, and old-time hymn favorites to celebrate the arrival of Christmas. We are profoundly thankful for the beauty of such music that can uplift our hearts and remind us of the glory of Christ.
O Come, O Come, Emmanuel ~ The Petersens
This performance is a beautiful rendition of a beloved Advent classic that calls on Emmanuel (Jesus Christ) to come and save Israel as was prophesized in scripture. The Petersons are a Christian family band that is swiftly gaining notoriety for their bluegrass covers of popular Christan songs and country hits.
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"Christmas Time Is Here (Vocal)" ~ Vince Guaraldi Trio
What a classic from the beautiful soundtrack of A Charlie Brown Christmas by Vince Guaraldi! This song has the perfect feeling of calm joy that is similar to the peaceful mood of many Advent hymns.
"O Come All Ye Faithful" ~ Paul Baloche
"Oh come let us adore Him!" Paul Baloche performs a great cover of this classic Christmas hymn calling all to come and worship Christ the Lord.
"Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus" ~ Red Mountain Music
Enjoy the beautiful guitar and vocals of this performance by Red Mountain Music.
"Isaiah 11" ~ Rain for Roots
An amazing country tune based on the scripture of its title: Isaiah 11.
"It Came Upon a Midnight Clear" ~ Frank Sinatra
The first of two Advent songs by Frank Sinatra in this collection. A heartful performance by Sinatra and the choir of this classic hymn.
“Hark! The Herald Angels Sing!” ~ Tabernacle Choir
An amazing performance by the Mormon Tabernacle Choir featuring a full orchestra and choir!
“O Holy Night” ~ Lauren Daigle
Absolutely a goosebump-inducing performance of this well-known Christmas hymn.
“The First Noel” ~ Frank Sinatra
Frank Sinatra and the choir give this Advent song a wholesome feeling of uplifting joy.
"Joy to the World" ~ Nat King Cole
Nat King Cole truly brings "joy to the world" with this performance.
A Prayer for Advent
Stir up our hearts, O Lord,
to make ready the way of your only Son,
so that by His coming we may worship you with pure minds;
through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, now and forever.
Source: Historic Collect for the Second Sunday in Advent, Gelasian, 8th Century
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