Whether the Word Be Preached or Read is a late Charles Wesley hymn about the difference between merely encountering biblical words and receiving God’s Word in living faith.
Hymns Based on Hebrews 4:2
Christian hymns and worship songs connected to Hebrews 4:2
"For indeed we have had good news preached to us, even as they also did, but the word they heard didn’t profit them, because it wasn’t mixed with faith by those who heard."
— Hebrews 4:2
Theological Significance
This verse has inspired Christian hymns that explore themes of Faith, Holy Spirit, Illumination, Means of Grace, Prayer. Many worship songs connected to Hebrews 4:2 proclaim these timeless biblical truths and invite believers to reflect on and celebrate the message of this scripture.
Sermon Themes from This Passage
- Faith
- Holy Spirit
- Illumination
- Means of Grace
- Prayer
Suggested Hymns for Worship
Reflection Hymn
Whether the Word Be Preached or Read
Example Worship Flow
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Call to Worship Psalm 100
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Scripture Reading Hebrews 4:2
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Sermon Faith
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Reflection Hymn Whether the Word Be Preached or Read