Tell us Zacharius
What name will you give your son
Will his name be Ron (hmm mm mm)
Will his name be Tom (hmm mm mm)
Will his name be Jim (hmm mm mm)
Will his name be Tim (hmm mm mm)
Then tell us please
What name you’ll give to him
His name will be John
With camel skin on
He’ll point the way
To the Lamb of God
His name will be John
With camel skin on
No it won’t be Ron
It won’t be Tom
His name is to be John
Tell us Zacharius
What name will you give your son
Will his name be Shawn (hmm mm mm)
Will his name be Don (hmm mm mm)
Will his name be Sam (hmm mm mm)
Will his name be Dan (hmm mm mm)
Then tell us please
What name you’ll give to him
His name will be John
With camel skin on
He’ll point the way
To the Lamb of God
His name will be John
With camel skin on
No it won’t be Shawn
It won’t be Don
His name is to be John
Tell us Zacharius
What name will you give
Your son John
Song Meaning
This humorous children’s song retells the naming of John the Baptist and points ahead to his role preparing the way for Jesus, the Lamb of God.
Biblical Message
Luke 1:57–66 records Zechariah confirming the child’s name as John; Matthew 3:4 describes John’s camel-hair clothing; John 1:29 identifies Jesus as the Lamb of God.
Reflection
The invented name suggestions make the story memorable, but distinguish the comedy from the biblical account. John’s true importance is his witness to Jesus.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main message of “His Name Will Be John”?
This humorous children’s song retells the naming of John the Baptist and points ahead to his role preparing the way for Jesus, the Lamb of God.
Which Bible passages connect with the song?
Luke 1:57–66 records Zechariah confirming the child’s name as John; Matthew 3:4 describes John’s camel-hair clothing; John 1:29 identifies Jesus as the Lamb of God.
When can this song be used in worship?
It suits children’s Christmas programs and teaching on John the Baptist.