Softly Now the Light of Day is George Washington Doane’s 1824 evening hymn, originally published in Songs by the Way.
Hymns Based on Isaiah 26:9
Christian hymns and worship songs connected to Isaiah 26:9
"With my soul I have desired you in the night. Yes, with my spirit within me I will seek you earnestly; for when your judgments are on the earth, the inhabitants of the world learn righteousness."
— Isaiah 26:9
Theological Significance
This verse has inspired Christian hymns that explore themes of Christ's Compassion, Christian hope, Communion with God, Confession, Divine Omniscience. Many worship songs connected to Isaiah 26:9 proclaim these timeless biblical truths and invite believers to reflect on and celebrate the message of this scripture.
Sermon Themes from This Passage
- Christ's Compassion
- Christian hope
- Communion with God
- Confession
- Divine Omniscience
Suggested Hymns for Worship
Reflection Hymn
Softly Now the Light of Day
Example Worship Flow
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Call to Worship Psalm 100
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Scripture Reading Isaiah 26:9
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Sermon Christ's Compassion
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Reflection Hymn Softly Now the Light of Day