Softly Now the Light of Day is George Washington Doane’s 1824 evening hymn, originally published in Songs by the Way.
Hymns Based on Psalm 42:8
Christian hymns and worship songs connected to Psalm 42:8
"Yahweh will command his loving kindness in the daytime. In the night his song shall be with me: a prayer to the God of my life."
— Psalm 42:8
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 Psalm 42:8 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 Psalm 42:8
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Sermon Christ's Compassion
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Reflection Hymn Softly Now the Light of Day