1 Christ was born in Bethlehem,
Alleluia,
Son of God and Son of Man,
Alleluia.
Refrain:
Glory be to God on high,
Alleluia,
Glory be to God on high,
Alleluia.
2 He grew up an earthly child,
Alleluia,
Of the world, but undefiled,
Alleluia. [Refrain]
3 Jesus died at Calvary,
Alleluia,
He arose triumphantly,
Alleluia. [Refrain]
4 He will cleanse us from our sin,
Alleluia,
If we put our trust in Him,
Alleluia. [Refrain]
5 We will live with Him one day,
Alleluia,
And forever with Him stay,
Alleluia. [Refrain]
Source: The New National Baptist Hymnal (21st Century Edition) #88