"When Hope Came Down" is a song by Kari Jobe that tells the story of the birth of Jesus Christ and the hope and redemption that he brought to the world. The song begins by describing the night of Jesus' birth as a silent night like any other. It highlights how heaven sent Jesus, who is referred to as the Savior, and how his birth in a stable in Bethlehem marked the beginning of redemption. The chorus depicts the angels lifting up their voices and filling the night with Hallelujah's, celebrating the presence of God among them. It invites everyone to join the heavenly chorus and rejoice in the fact that the Savior King is here before them. The chorus also emphasizes the significance of the sound that creation sang at the moment of Jesus' birth. The song acknowledges that Jesus, even in his humble beginnings, is truly God wrapped in a tattered blanket. It expresses how love was finally present in the world, while the world was awakening to this reality. In the second verse, the song repeats the theme of redemption beginning with the baby in Bethlehem. The lyrics encourage listeners to sing the Redemption Song and worship Christ as the Holy One. It acknowledges that humanity was lost, but with the coming of Jesus, they were found. The title, "When Hope Came Down," signifies the hope that the birth of Jesus brought to the world. Overall, the song is a celebration of Jesus' birth and the hope and redemption that he brought to humanity. It invites people to join in singing and praising God for the gift of Jesus and encourages them to reflect on the significance of his coming.
