He is in a little stable lying there
Waiting now to be adored
He’ll be sleeping in a simple manger bed
It is Jesus He is Christ our Lord
We are following a star named Jesus
(Following a star named Jesus)
Trusting in the word foretold
(Trusting in the word foretold)
By the angels on high singing glory to God
Oh what a vision it was to behold
We are following following a star named Jesus
We were standing in the fields near Bethlehem
Watching over flocks by night
When the angel of the Lord appeared to us
And the glory of the Lord shown bright
Well at first we all were really terrified
Blinded by the light they made
Then the angel of the Lord came near to us
And he told us not to be afraid
Then the angel spoke about a happening
Tidings of great great joy
If you look you’re gonna find in Bethlehem
There’s a blessed little Baby Boy
All of a sudden there appeared a multitude
Of the angels in the sky saying
Glory to the Lord and peace on earth
They were telling us to testify
Then as quickly as they came they disappeared
Into Heaven up above
So we’re doing what the angels told us to
We are following the Star of Love
Song Meaning
The song retells the shepherds’ encounter with the angel and their journey toward the newborn Jesus, while using a star image in its refrain.
Biblical Message
Luke 2:8–20 tells of shepherds, angelic announcement, and the manger; Matthew 2:1–11 separately describes a star associated with the magi. The song combines these nativity images.
Reflection
Enjoy the imaginative retelling while keeping the two Gospel accounts distinct when teaching.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main message of “Following A Star Named Jesus”?
The song retells the shepherds’ encounter with the angel and their journey toward the newborn Jesus, while using a star image in its refrain.
Which Bible passages connect with the song?
Luke 2:8–20 tells of shepherds, angelic announcement, and the manger; Matthew 2:1–11 separately describes a star associated with the magi. The song combines these nativity images.
When can this song be used in worship?
Christmas and children’s nativity worship.