Christ, upon the Mountain Peak is Brian Wren’s compact hymn on the Transfiguration of Jesus.
Hymns Based on 2 Peter 1:16
Christian hymns and worship songs connected to 2 Peter 1:16
"For we didn’t follow cunningly devised fables when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we were eyewitnesses of his majesty. For he received from God the Father honor and glory when the voice came to him from the Majestic Glory, “This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.” We heard this voice come out of heaven when we were with him on the holy mountain."
— 2 Peter 1:16
Theological Significance
This verse has inspired Christian hymns that explore themes of Epiphany, Praise, Transfiguration, Worship, Christian hope. Many worship songs connected to 2 Peter 1:16 proclaim these timeless biblical truths and invite believers to reflect on and celebrate the message of this scripture.
Sermon Themes from This Passage
- Epiphany
- Praise
- Transfiguration
- Worship
- Christian hope
Suggested Hymns for Worship
Reflection Hymn
Christ, upon the Mountain Peak
Example Worship Flow
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Call to Worship Psalm 100
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Scripture Reading 2 Peter 1:16
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Sermon Epiphany
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Reflection Hymn Christ, upon the Mountain Peak
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Closing Hymn O Wondrous Sight! O Vision Fair
Hymns Inspired by This Passage
O Wondrous Sight! O Vision Fair is a Transfiguration hymn that moves from the disciples’ vision of Christ’s radiant glory to the church’s hope of sharing in that glory.