8. Why the Angels Say “Hark!” at Christmas
Today John takes us inside one of the richest carols ever written, Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, and unpacks the deep meaning behind Wesley’s lyrics. From ancient words like welkin to the difference b...
10 Des 202514min
7. The Missing Character in the Christmas Story (w/Dr. John Witvliet)
Today John sits down with worship scholar Dr. John Witvliet to talk about the character we almost never include in our Christmas story. This episode uncovers why the Holy Spirit is actually central to...
9 Des 202519min
6. Why You Crave Glory (And How Christmas Answers It)
Today John takes Angels We Have Heard on High and turns it into a masterclass on glory. Not the flashy, influencer kind of glory but the deep, soul-level kind that makes life feel meaningful again. Fr...
8 Des 202521min
5. Do You See What God Sees?
Today’s episode takes Do You Hear What I Hear? from “nice old Christmas song” to “wait, this is actually about my life.” John unpacks the wild story of a man who survived the Nazis, fell in love witho...
5 Des 202513min
4. This Christmas Song Will Change the Way You See People
Today John explores the meaning behind The First Noel and why the angels chose the most unlikely people to hear it first. This episode invites us to rediscover the wonder of the incarnation and to see...
4 Des 202513min
3. Why the Gospel is Called the "Good News"
Today John unpacks the meaning behind Good Christian Men, Rejoice and why the repeated word “news” lies at the center of the gospel itself. Learn how this medieval carol confronts the false gospels of...
3 Des 202514min
2. How This Generous King Became a Christmas Legend
Today John unpacks the surprising story behind Good King Wenceslas:a carol based on Proverbs 11:25 and the life of a real historical ruler whose generosity transformed Bohemia. Discover how this song ...
2 Des 202514min
1. The True Meaning of Joy to the World
Today John dives into the surprising backstory of Joy to the World and why this famous Christmas song was never meant to be a Christmas song at all. Written by Isaac Watts as a reflection on Psalm 98,...
1 Des 202513min
