TEXT-PRAYING THE HYMNS

 

WHY ARE HYMNS IMPORTANT IN CHRISTIAN WORSHIP?

As you may know, hymns and other Christian songs are full of rich, theological text. The act of singing uses both part's of the brain, therefore it can educate us and teach us about the gospel of Jesus Christ.

WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF HYMNS

A hymn is a type of song, usually religious, specifically written for the purpose of adoration or prayer, and typically addressed to a deity or deities, or to a prominent figure or personification. The word hymn derives from Greek ὕμνος (hymnos), which means "a song of praise". A writer of hymns is known as a hymnist.

SOURCE: WIKIPEDIA

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A HYMN AND A SONG

A hymn is considered a traditional hymn; a song is considered a praise song also called a worship song. 2. Hymns are always sung to the same tune or rhythm like 8.8. ... Each praise song has its own music and separate lyrics like any other song.

SOURCE:  DIFFERENCEBETWEEN.NET

Top 10 hymns, 2019 in UK-  ( DO YOU KNOW ANY OF THEM?)

1. Jerusalem
2. How Great Thou Art
3. In Christ Alone
4. Dear Lord And Father Of Mankind
5. Abide With Me
6. I Vow To Thee My Country
7. Guide Me O Thou Great Redeemer/Jehovah
8. Amazing Grace
9. Be Still For The Presence Of The Lord
10. I, the Lord Of Sea And Sky

SOURCE: https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-49871456

MHB 300

Stanza 1

BREATHE on me, Breath of God;

Fill me with life anew,

That I may love what Thou dost love,

And do what Thou wouldst do.

Stanza 2

Breathe on me, Breath of God,

Until my heart is pure;

Until with Thee I will one will,

To do and to endure.

Stanza 3

Breathe on me, Breath of God,

Till I am wholly Thine;

Until this earthly part of me

Glows with Thy fire divine.

Stanza 4

Breathe on me, Breath of God:

So shall I never die,

But live with Thee the perfect life

Of Thine eternity.

Amen