Mary had, as Jesus’ mother, some very special memories. Jesus was more than a doctor; He healed the sick and raised the dead. He was more than a lawyer; He knew the Law better than the priests did. He wasn’t just a prophet; He was the central focus of Biblical prophecy and its overall purpose. And he wasn’t a mere rescuer, political or religious… He was and is the Savior of all mankind. This carol tells of seven of Mary’s memories that she could claim as exclusively her own.
The very first joy that Mary had / It was the joy of one
To see her blessed Jesus / When He was first her Son.
When He was Her first Son, Good Lord, and happy may we be,
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost to all eternity.
The next good joy that Mary had / It was the joy of two
To see her own son Jesus / To make the lame to go.
The next good joy that Mary had / It was the joy of three
To see her own son Jesus / To make the blind to see.
The next good joy that Mary had / It was the joy of four
To see her own son Jesus / To read the Bible o’er.
The next good joy that Mary had / It was the joy of five
To see her own son Jesus / To bring the dead alive.
The next good joy that Mary had / It was the joy of six
To see her own son Jesus / Rise from the Crucifix.
The next good joy that Mary had / It was the joy of seven
To see her own son Jesus / To wear the crown of Heaven.
Church Calendar: Christmas
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