“The God of Abraham Praise” occupies an unusual place in English hymnody: an eighteenth-century Methodist preacher fashioned a Christian hymn from a medieval Jewish liturgical poem and retained the synagogue melody through which he had encountered it.
Hymns Based on Hebrews 11:8
Christian hymns and worship songs connected to Hebrews 11:8
"By faith Abraham, when he was called, obeyed to go out to the place which he was to receive for an inheritance. He went out, not knowing where he went. By faith he lived as an alien in the land of promise, as in a land not his own, dwelling in tents with Isaac and Jacob, the heirs with him of the same promise. For he was looking for the city which has foundations, whose builder and maker is God."
— Hebrews 11:8
Theological Significance
This verse has inspired Christian hymns that explore themes of Adoration, Covenant, Eternity, Faith, God's Majesty. Many worship songs connected to Hebrews 11:8 proclaim these timeless biblical truths and invite believers to reflect on and celebrate the message of this scripture.
Sermon Themes from This Passage
- Adoration
- Covenant
- Eternity
- Faith
- God's Majesty
Suggested Hymns for Worship
Opening Hymn
The God of Abraham Praise
Example Worship Flow
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Call to Worship Psalm 100
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Opening Hymn The God of Abraham Praise
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Scripture Reading Hebrews 11:8
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Sermon Adoration