Amazing Grace is a testimony of undeserved mercy viewed across the whole course of Christian life.
Hymns Based on Luke 15:24
Christian hymns and worship songs connected to Luke 15:24
"“He arose and came to his father. But while he was still far off, his father saw him and was moved with compassion, and ran, fell on his neck, and kissed him. The son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and in your sight. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.’ “But the father said to his servants, ‘Bring out the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his hand and sandals on his feet. Bring the fattened calf, kill it, and let’s eat and celebrate; for this, my son, was dead and is alive again. He was lost and is found.’ Then they began to celebrate."
— Luke 15:24
Theological Significance
This verse has inspired Christian hymns that explore themes of Grace, Assurance, Repentance, Salvation, Forgiveness. Many worship songs connected to Luke 15:24 proclaim these timeless biblical truths and invite believers to reflect on and celebrate the message of this scripture.
Sermon Themes from This Passage
- Grace
- Assurance
- Repentance
- Salvation
- Forgiveness
Suggested Hymns for Worship
Opening Hymn
Where Shall My Wondering Soul Begin
Response Hymn
Come Back Quickly to the Lord
Reflection Hymn
Amazing Grace
Example Worship Flow
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Call to Worship Psalm 100
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Opening Hymn Where Shall My Wondering Soul Begin
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Scripture Reading Luke 15:24
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Sermon Grace
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Response Hymn Come Back Quickly to the Lord
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Reflection Hymn Amazing Grace
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Closing Hymn There's a Wideness in God's Mercy
Hymns Inspired by This Passage
Come Back Quickly to the Lord is a penitential hymn that calls believers to sincere repentance and renewed fellowship with God.
Depth of Mercy is one of Charles Wesley's most profound hymns of repentance and grace.
There's a Wideness in God's Mercy celebrates divine compassion as larger than the limits people habitually place upon it.
Where Shall My Wondering Soul Begin is one of Charles Wesley's most exuberant hymns celebrating the grace of God in salvation.