Be Thou My Vision is a prayer of consecration centered on God as the governing reality of life.
Hymns Based on Ephesians 6:17
Christian hymns and worship songs connected to Ephesians 6:17
"above all, taking up the shield of faith, with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the evil one. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God;"
— Ephesians 6:17
Theological Significance
This verse has inspired Christian hymns that explore themes of Faith, Guidance, Consecration, Discipleship, Holiness. Many worship songs connected to Ephesians 6:17 proclaim these timeless biblical truths and invite believers to reflect on and celebrate the message of this scripture.
Sermon Themes from This Passage
- Faith
- Guidance
- Consecration
- Discipleship
- Holiness
Suggested Hymns for Worship
Reflection Hymn
Be Thou My Vision
Example Worship Flow
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Call to Worship Psalm 100
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Scripture Reading Ephesians 6:17
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Sermon Faith
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Reflection Hymn Be Thou My Vision
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Closing Hymn Christ of the Upward Way
Hymns Inspired by This Passage
Christ of the Upward Way is a hymn of discipleship that turns the Christian life into a prayer for steady movement after Christ.
Lamp of Our Feet is a sustained meditation on Holy Scripture as God's provision for the whole Christian journey.
Soldiers of Christ, Arise is Charles Wesley's extended meditation on the armor of God in Ephesians 6.
“Standing on the Promises” is a gospel hymn of confidence in the faithfulness of God.
Explore Related Hymn Themes
Faith
Guidance
Consecration
Discipleship
Holiness
Perseverance
Word of God
Assurance
Christian discipleship
Christian Freedom
Christian Warfare
Devotion
Divine Kingship
Heavenly Treasure
Holy Scripture
Holy Spirit
Obedience
Pilgrimage
Prayer
Promises of God
Revelation
Sanctification
Service
Spiritual Illumination
Spiritual nourishment
Spiritual Warfare
Steadfastness
Victory in Christ
Wisdom