Bread of the World is Reginald Heber’s brief prayer of preparation for Holy Communion.
Hymns Based on Psalm 51:17
Christian hymns and worship songs connected to Psalm 51:17
"The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit. O God, you will not despise a broken and contrite heart."
— Psalm 51:17
Theological Significance
This verse has inspired Christian hymns that explore themes of Repentance, Assurance, Atonement, Bread of Life, Christian hope. Many worship songs connected to Psalm 51:17 proclaim these timeless biblical truths and invite believers to reflect on and celebrate the message of this scripture.
Sermon Themes from This Passage
- Repentance
- Assurance
- Atonement
- Bread of Life
- Christian hope
Suggested Hymns for Worship
Response Hymn
Bread of the World
Reflection Hymn
Nearer, Still Nearer
Example Worship Flow
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Call to Worship Psalm 100
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Scripture Reading Psalm 51:17
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Sermon Repentance
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Response Hymn Bread of the World
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Reflection Hymn Nearer, Still Nearer
Hymns Inspired by This Passage
“Nearer, Still Nearer” is a late nineteenth-century gospel hymn shaped as a sustained prayer for deeper communion with Christ.