“Let It Breathe on Me” is a compact African American gospel prayer centered on the life-giving and renewing work of the Holy Spirit.
Hymns Based on Ezekiel 37:9
Christian hymns and worship songs connected to Ezekiel 37:9
"Then he said to me, “Prophesy to the wind, prophesy, son of man, and tell the wind, ‘The Lord Yahweh says: “Come from the four winds, breath, and breathe on these slain, that they may live.”’” So I prophesied as he commanded me, and the breath came into them, and they lived, and stood up on their feet, an exceedingly great army."
— Ezekiel 37:9
Theological Significance
This verse has inspired Christian hymns that explore themes of Holy Spirit, Pentecost, Prayer, Mission, Renewal. Many worship songs connected to Ezekiel 37:9 proclaim these timeless biblical truths and invite believers to reflect on and celebrate the message of this scripture.
Sermon Themes from This Passage
- Holy Spirit
- Pentecost
- Prayer
- Mission
- Renewal
Suggested Hymns for Worship
Reflection Hymn
O Breath of Life
Closing Hymn
Let It Breathe on Me
Example Worship Flow
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Call to Worship Psalm 100
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Scripture Reading Ezekiel 37:9
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Sermon Holy Spirit
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Reflection Hymn O Breath of Life
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Closing Hymn Let It Breathe on Me
Hymns Inspired by This Passage
O Breath of Life is a prayer for the Holy Spirit to renew the church from within.
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