I heard this song a while back and have been searching fruitlessly to find a download. Does anyone know where I can get it?
"From the Squalor of a Borrowed Stable (Immanuel)," by Stuart Townend
From the squalor of a borrowed stable,
By the Spirit and a virgin's faith;
To the anguish and the shame of scandal
Came the Saviour of the human race!
But the skies were filled with the praise of heaven,
Shepherds listen as the angels tell
Of the Gift of God come down to man
At the dawning of Immanuel.
King of heaven now the Friend of sinners,
Humble servant in the Father's hands,
Filled with power and the Holy Spirit,
Filled with mercy for the broken man.
Yes, He walked my road and He felt my pain,
Joys and sorrows that I know so well;
Yet His righteous steps give me hope again -
I will follow my Immanuel!
Through the kisses of a friend's betrayal,
He was lifted on a cruel cross;
He was punished for a world's transgressions,
He was suffering to save the lost.
He fights for breath, He fights for me,
Loosing sinners from the claims of hell;
And with a shout our souls are free -
Death defeated by Immanuel!
Now He's standing in the place of honour,
Crowned with glory on the highest throne,
Interceding for His own belovèd
Till His Father calls to bring them home!
Then the skies will part as the trumpet sounds
Hope of heaven or the fear of hell;
But the Bride will run to her Lover's arms,
Giving glory to Immanuel!
It's really a beautiful song, and I can find the sheetmusic, but I have no piano right now and would honestly prefer to hear a professional version.
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OH! We sang that song every week at church during Advent. I don't think I will ever tire of it. I will ask J if he knows where to find a download. It IS awesome. Very moving.
Hey,
I asked our worship leader where to find it. He couldn't find it on iTunes but the CD that the song is on is entitled "Covenant of Grace" by Stoneleigh which he believes is a group from England.
Good luck finding it! If you do, let me know! I love that song.
Thanks for the tip. I think I'll have to either buy the CD or just wait for Comcast Rhapsody to add the song. Eventually, I'll get it! Until then, I'll just enjoy singing it in church.
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