Joy to the world! The Lord is come
Let earth receive her King
Let every heart prepare Him room
And heaven and nature sing
And heaven and nature sing
Joy to the world! The Saviour reigns
Let men their songs employ
While fields and floods, rocks, hills, and plains
Repeat the sounding joy
Repeat the sounding joy
No more let sins and sorrows grow
Nor thorns infest the ground
He comes to make His blessings flow
Far as the curse is found
Far as the curse is found
He rules the world with truth and grace
And makes the nations prove
The glories of His righteousness
And wonders of His love
And wonders of His love
Let heaven and nature sing, let heaven and nature sing
Our God reigns!
Let heaven and nature sing, let heaven and nature sing
He reigns!
Original words by Isaac Watts (1719). Original music: ANTIOCH. Add. words and music by David LaChance, Jr.
Song Meaning
A Christmas praise song declaring that the Savior reigns.
Biblical Message
Read Psalm 98:6 alongside the lyric. The Christmas refrain praises the reigning Savior.
Reflection
Which image or prayer in this song stays with you? Read Psalm 98:6 and consider your response.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is “Joy To The World Our God Reigns” about?
A Christmas praise song declaring that the Savior reigns.
Which Bible passage connects with the song?
Psalm 98:6 offers a starting point for reflection on its message.