Story Behind The Song
This song came out of a sermon series called, "The Holy Family." In that series I sought to teach on the lives and ministries of those people involved in the birth of the Savior.
Song Description
The lyrics are based entirely on Scripture, yet delivered in a way that accessible to all.
| Song Length |
3:47 |
Genre |
Classical - Religious |
| Similar Artists |
Dan Fogelberg |
| |
Lyrics
O HOW TENDER WAS THE MAN
Words and Music ©? 2017 Michael Anthony Milton, BMI
O how tender was the man
Chosen by the Lord to stand
Next to Mary meek and mil,
And the little Promised Child;
Joseph was that tender man
Chosen by the Lord to stand.
Joseph came to understand
By an angel's sure command,
What God had for him to do,
He was faithful he was true,
Joseph was a faithful man,
So he heeded God's command.
God the Father, God the Son,
God the Spirit, Three in One
Willed it from before the earth,
Christ would come of Virgin birth
Woman fell, so it would be
Such a birth would set her free.
Joseph, so we oft may think
From the scene must always shrink;
But the Word of God is clear:
Joseph's part was very dear;
Earthly fathers have their place,
Showing Heaven's caring face.
Let us, men, like Joseph be
Serving God so faithfully;
For this world will need to see
What a Father God will be;
Just as Joseph played the part,
So we too reveal God's heart.