Verse 1 In the shadows of our longing, in the darkness of our night You have spoken through the ages, You have promised us a Light On the shoulders of the Savior, every burden, every fear Every tear and every sorrow finds its answer drawing near Pre-Chorus Hope is breaking through the silence Heaven’s word has taken form Every heart that waits in longing Hears the ancient promise born Chorus For unto us a Child is born Unto us a Son is given Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God Everlasting Father, Lord of heaven Prince of Peace, forevermore On His shoulders all the government is sworn Of His kingdom and His peace there’ll be no end For unto us a Child is born Verse 2 On the throne of David’s kingdom, He will rule in truth and grace Every judgment will be righteous, every wrong will find its place From that time and on forever, He will hold the world in hand Justice flowing like a river, mercy covering the land Pre-Chorus Zeal of God will never falter Every promise He will keep Every valley, every mountain Bows before the Prince of Peace Chorus For unto us a Child is born Unto us a Son is given Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God Everlasting Father, Lord of heaven Prince of Peace, forevermore On His shoulders all the government is sworn Of His kingdom and His peace there’ll be no end For unto us a Child is born Bridge No end to His kingdom No end to His peace No end to the mercy That never will cease No end to His justice No end to His reign The zeal of the Lord of hosts Will do this in Jesus’ name Tag (soft) For unto us a Child is born Unto us a Son is given Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God Our forever Prince of Heaven
