Can You Guess the Christian Worship Song From a Lyric?

"Rejoice Ye Pure in Heart" summarizes the meaning of Psalm 9:2, which reads, "I will be glad and rejoice in thee: I will sing praise to thy name, O thou most High." E. H. Plumptre penned the praise song in 1865.

The well-known refrain of the worship song "Jesus Loves Me," written by Anna Bartlett Warner, is "Yes, Jesus love me! The Bible tells me so." Proverbs 8:17 offers a fitting Christian corollary: "I love them that love me; and those that seek me early shall find me."

"All People That on Earth Do Dwell" reflects the theme of gratitude offered in 2 Chronicles 5:13: "...to make one sound to be heard in praising and thanking the Lord." Revelation 5:9 confirms that all people will sing "a new song... out of every kindred, and tongue, and people, and nation."

Divine leadership is echoed in both Testaments. Rebekah's story in Genesis mentions, "I being in the way, the Lord led me to the house of my master's brethren." In John 12, Jesus assures his followers that he is the way: "If any man serve me, let him follow me... him will my Father honour."

Revelation 3:21 offers a glimpse of the reward of steadfastness for a soldier of the faith: "To him that overcometh will I grant to sit with me in my throne." Issac Watts wrote "Am I A Soldier of the Cross?" in 1724.

The refrain of "For the Beauty of the Earth" is "Christ, our Lord, to you we raise this, our hymn of grateful praise." The song bears witness to what the prophet communicates in Malachi 1:11 when God promises, "...my name shall be great among the Gentiles...among the heathen..."

James 4:14 puts the "lives and cares" of humans into perspective: "For what is your life? It is even a vapour, that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away." "O God, Our Help in Ages Past" was written in 1719.

"Jesus Paid It All" recognizes the price that Jesus paid so that his followers might be freed from sin. The song's refrain further explains, "Sin had left a crimson stain, He washed it white as snow."

"I Sing Th'almighty Power of God" speaks to God's mighty presence in all things on the Earth. God's "hand hath formed the crooked serpent," as explained in Job 26:13. He also formed "every good...and every perfect gift," according to James 1:17.

Ruth 2:12 also implies a refuge theme: "...the Lord God of Israel, under whose wings thou art come to trust." Wing-of-refuge symbolism also exists in Psalm 36:7: "O God! therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of thy wings."

"Behold the Glories of the Lamb" calls believers to express adoration in their praise of God. Other lyrics state, "Let elders worship at His feet, the church adore around...," as Isaiah 61:10 promises similar joy in worship: "I will greatly rejoice in the Lord."

Mark 13:26 promises a face-to-face encounter with "the Son of man coming in the clouds with great power and glory." Writer Carrie Ellis Breck penned a similar message in the song's chorus: "Face to face I shall behold Him, Far beyond the starry sky..."

"Sing Praise to God Who Reigns Above" takes on the concept of praising God in spite of long suffering. Romans 14:18 offers tested worshipers hope that God approves of resilience in faith: "For he that in these things serveth Christ is acceptable to God..."

"There is Power in the Blood" mirrors biblical expositions concerning redemption through Jesus' sacrifice. For example, Ephesians 1:7 specifically states that it is through Jesus Christ that believers "have redemption" and "the forgiveness of sins."

"Behold the Savior of Mankind," explores justified suffering as Jesus once endured. After Jesus "yielded up the ghost" in Matthew 27, "the earth did quake, and the rocks rent." The song recounts the same crucifixion tale: "...how he groans; while nature shakes, and earth's strong pillars bend!"

Romans 8:17 confirms this glory in being "heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also glorified together. "O That Will Be Glory" suggests that it is by God's "infinite grace" that such a thing will happen.

"Praise Ye The Lord, The Almighty" reminds believers to take stock in God's mighty works. Philippians 4:19 pledges that "God shall supply all your need"; the song questions the believers' faith in this promise: "Have you not seen all that is needful has been sent by his gracious ordaining?"

Comfort in God's safety is the gist of "God Will Take Care of You," written by Civilla D. Martin in 1904. Psalm 23:4 is, perhaps, the quintessential biblical verse that expresses the theme: "Yea, though I walk through the vally of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me..."

"All Glory, Laud and Honor" exemplies the level of praise that believers should strive for. Numerous biblical scriptures establish reasons for endless "hymns of praise." 1 Timothy 1:17 refers to "the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only wise God, be honour and glory."

Genesis 26:24 proves how God is always present in spite of trials, as when he spoke to Isaac saying, "Fear not, for I am with thee, and will bless thee." Psalm 40:3 recognizes God's presence in spite of what "He Keeps Me Singing" calls the "waters deep": "...many shall see it...and trust" in God.

The refrain to "O, How I Love Jesus" is "O how I love Jesus, because he first loved me!" Certainly, Revelation 1:5 defines the true meaning of Jesus's love: "Unto him that loved us, and washed us from our sins in his own blood."

"In the Garden," which illustrates the believers' faith in God as a garden experience. The song's symbolism is similar to the Garden of Eden tale in Genesis 3:8 when Adam and Eve "heard the voice of... God walking in the garden in the cool of the day... amongst the trees of the garden."

"O Worship the King All Glories Above" assures that God is infallible. Deuteronomy 3:24 upholds this same image, as it suggests that God has proven his might: "O Lord God, thou hast begun to shew thy servant thy greatness, and thy mighty hand..."

John 1:29 describes Jesus as "the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world." "The Old Rugged Cross" sheds light on Jesus's redeeming blood, described as "so divine, a wondrous beauty."

Philippians hints that "a calm...thankful heart" as referenced in "Father, Whate'er of Earthly Bliss" is a result of contentment. Philippians 4:11 states: "...for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content... I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me."

Charles Wesley's "Blessed Be the Name" prays for help even in praise: "My gracious Master and my God, assist me to proclaim..." Wesley submits the need for the fervent praise of God, as explained in Psalms 150:6: "Let every thing that hath breath praise the Lord. Praise ye the Lord."

In Psalm 27:1, the Lord is the "light and... salvation." God's divine leadership extends to "all the ends of the earth" according to Isaiah 45:22, which further asserts that "there is none else" whom the believers should follow. "Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus" mentions these aspects of God.

"Just as I Am, Without One Plea" describes sin as "one dark blot," just as Psalm 123:3 refers to sin as scarlet. Both the psalm and Charlotte Elliott's song express the need to cleanse these dark, scarlet stains of sin.

St. Francis of Assisi is said to have penned "All Creatures of Our God and King," a song that involves nature and its creatures in the praise of God. One verse of the song reads: "Thou flowing water, pure and clear, make music for thy Lord to hear..."

"Christ the Lord is Risen Today" is a lyrical celebration of Jesus's resurrection. The prophet foresaw the laudable occassion in Isaiah 44:23: "Sing, O ye heavens; for the Lord hath done it... for the Lord hath redeemed..."

"There is a Balm in Gilead" reassures that all who seek assistance in faith shall receive it. James 1:5 echoes the sentiment: "If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally."

The "Hallelujah Chorus" is filled with the word "Alleluia," which is the ultimate word of praise for God. The author intentionally includes no other words to exemplify the praise sole purpose of the popular Christian tune that is often sung during Christmas and Easter holidays.

"The Solid Rock" includes the refrain, "My rock is firm, it is my sure foundation, 'tis Jesus Christ, my loving Savior..." Rock symbolism is abundant throughout the scriptures. In Matthew 16:18, Jesus entrusts disciple Peter as the rock upon which he would build his church.

William Williams authored "Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah" in 1745. Healing waters are the purifying force in the song. An exemplary verse reads: "Open now the crystal fountain, where the healing waters flow."

Sarah Flower Adams' song "Nearer, My God, to Thee" refers to Bethel, which is "the place where God spake to Jacob" in Genesis 35:15. The song expresses a yearning to connect directly with God as Jacob did: "There let the way appear, steps unto heaven; all that thou sendest me, in mercy given..."