For Holiness of Heart is a short prose prayer by Howard Washington Thurman, not a tune-bearing congregational hymn.
Hymns Based on Matthew 5:8
Christian hymns and worship songs connected to Matthew 5:8
"Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God."
— Matthew 5:8
Theological Significance
This verse has inspired Christian hymns that explore themes of Christian perfection, Discipleship, Heaven, Holiness, Holy Spirit. Many worship songs connected to Matthew 5:8 proclaim these timeless biblical truths and invite believers to reflect on and celebrate the message of this scripture.
Sermon Themes from This Passage
- Christian perfection
- Discipleship
- Heaven
- Holiness
- Holy Spirit
Suggested Hymns for Worship
Reflection Hymn
For Holiness of Heart
Example Worship Flow
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Call to Worship Psalm 100
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Scripture Reading Matthew 5:8
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Sermon Christian perfection
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Reflection Hymn For Holiness of Heart
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Closing Hymn Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart
Hymns Inspired by This Passage
Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart is a processional hymn that turns the act of singing together into an image of the whole Christian pilgrimage.