Sharon,

I agree---Joy to the World was intended to be a song about His coming again!

From Wikipedia:

"Joy to the World" is a popular Christmas carol.

The words are by English hymn writer Isaac Watts, based on Psalm 98 in the Bible. The song was first published in 1719 in Watts' collection; The Psalms of David: Imitated in the language of the New Testament, and applied to the Christian state and worship. Watts wrote the words of "Joy to the World" as a hymn glorifying Christ's triumphant return at the end of the age,^[1] rather than a Christmas song celebrating his first coming as a babe born in a stable. Only the second half of Watts' lyrics are still used today.^[2]

Hallelujiah!! 
(Come quickly, Lord Jesus!)

Hugs!  and God bless!

Jan W.