The main idea/message of the hymn: in light of sin's hold on us, Christ is the only source of true comfort and joy

THE HYMN STORY
- Little is known about the origin of this hymn

ANALYZING AND APPLYING THE HYMN THIS ADVENT
- The first verse sets the tone for the hymn

God rest you merry gentlemen, let nothing you dismay,
Remember Christ our Savior, was born on Christmas Day,
To save us all from Satan's power when we were gone astray!

O tidings of comfort and joy, comfort and joy, O tidings of comfort and joy!