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Singing From the Heart: A Collection of Hymns About the Heart

In this collection of 43 hymns about the heart, you’ll discover a diverse range of songs that speak to the essence of our spiritual journey. From heartfelt expressions of praise and adoration to contemplative reflections on God’s grace and mercy, these hymns are designed to resonate deeply with worshipers and enhance your worship experience. Also see Hymns About Love for Others.

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43 Hymns About the Heart

  1. Change My Heart, O God
    A prayerful hymn asking God to transform the heart, emphasizing the desire for spiritual renewal.
  2. Create in Me a Clean Heart
    Based on Psalm 51, this hymn expresses a longing for purity and forgiveness, seeking God’s cleansing power.
  3. I Surrender All
    A hymn of total commitment to God, inviting believers to surrender their hearts and lives to His will.
  4. I Love Thee, Lord
    A declaration of love for God, expressing devotion and gratitude for His grace and mercy.
  5. My Heart Is Filled with Thankfulness
    This hymn reflects on gratitude for God’s blessings and faithfulness, encouraging a heart of thankfulness. Also see Hymns for Wedding.
  6. With All My Heart
    A hymn that emphasizes loving God wholeheartedly, reflecting the commandment to love the Lord with all one’s heart.
  7. Softly and Tenderly Jesus Is Calling
    This hymn speaks to the heart’s yearning for Jesus, inviting sinners to come home to His love.
  8. Take My Heart, O Father
    A hymn of dedication, asking God to take control of the heart and guide it in righteousness.
  9. Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing
    This hymn acknowledges God’s grace and mercy, asking Him to tune the heart to His goodness.
  10. Jesus, Lover of My Soul
    A hymn expressing deep love and reliance on Jesus, highlighting His role as a protector and comforter.
  11. O Sacred Head, Now Wounded
    A poignant reflection on Christ’s suffering, inviting believers to contemplate His love and sacrifice.
  12. My Heart Is Resting, O My God
    A hymn that expresses peace and rest found in God, emphasizing trust in His care.
  13. I Will Trust in You
    A declaration of faith, committing the heart to trust in God’s plans and purposes.
  14. He Leadeth Me
    This hymn emphasizes God’s guidance and care, reassuring the heart of His presence in life’s journey.
  15. Blessed Assurance
    A hymn celebrating the assurance of salvation, providing comfort to the heart through faith in Christ.
  16. The Heart of Worship
    A contemporary hymn that focuses on returning to the essence of worship, seeking a genuine connection with God.
  17. I Know Whom I Have Believed
    A declaration of faith in God’s promises, reassuring the heart of His faithfulness.
  18. Love Divine, All Loves Excelling
    This hymn celebrates God’s perfect love, inviting believers to experience His grace in their hearts.
  19. What a Friend We Have in Jesus
    A hymn that emphasizes the comfort and support found in Jesus, encouraging believers to bring their hearts’ burdens to Him.
  20. O for a Heart to Praise My God
    A hymn longing for a heart that praises God, reflecting on His greatness and mercy.
  21. Lord, I Would Follow Thee
    A hymn expressing the desire to follow Christ, emphasizing commitment and love for Him.
  22. The Love of God
    This hymn reflects on the vastness of God’s love, encouraging believers to embrace it in their hearts.
  23. I Am His and He Is Mine
    A declaration of belonging to God, emphasizing the intimate relationship between the believer and Christ.
  24. Nearer, My God, to Thee
    A hymn expressing the desire for closeness to God, especially during trials and struggles.
  25. O Love That Will Not Let Me Go
    This hymn reflects on God’s unyielding love, providing comfort and assurance to the heart.
  26. The Heart of the Matter
    A contemporary hymn focusing on the importance of the heart’s condition in relation to faith and life.
  27. I Will Follow Thee
    A hymn expressing the commitment to follow Christ, no matter the cost.
  28. Be Still, My Soul
    A comforting hymn that encourages peace in the heart, trusting in God’s plan.
  29. I Have Decided to Follow Jesus
    A hymn of commitment, expressing the determination to follow Christ wholeheartedly.
  30. Take Time to Be Holy
    This hymn encourages believers to dedicate time to spiritual growth and connection with God.
  31. When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
    A reflective hymn that contemplates the sacrifice of Christ, inviting a heartfelt response.
  32. Jesus Calls Us O’er the Tumult
    A hymn that emphasizes the call of Jesus amidst life’s distractions, urging a heart committed to Him. Also see Catholic Hymns for Weddings.
  33. The Joy of the Lord Is My Strength
    A hymn celebrating the joy found in God’s presence, uplifting the heart.
  34. Trust and Obey
    A hymn that emphasizes the importance of trusting God and obeying His commands, reflecting a heart of faith.
  35. I Will Sing of My Redeemer
    A hymn that celebrates redemption through Christ, inviting believers to proclaim His love.
  36. There Is a Fountain Filled with Blood
    A hymn reflecting on the cleansing power of Christ’s sacrifice, emphasizing the heart’s need for redemption.
  37. He Hideth My Soul
    This hymn expresses the comfort found in God’s protection and love, assuring the heart of His care.
  38. All the Way My Savior Leads Me
    A hymn that emphasizes God’s guidance and faithfulness, providing reassurance to the heart.
  39. The Solid Rock
    A hymn celebrating faith in Christ as the foundation, providing strength and stability to the heart.
  40. His Eye Is on the Sparrow
    A hymn that reassures believers of God’s watchful care, comforting the heart in times of trouble.
  41. We Are All Enlisted
    A hymn that emphasizes the call to serve God, encouraging a heart committed to His work.

These hymns resonate with themes of love, devotion, trust, and spiritual growth, making them meaningful for personal worship and congregational singing.

Sources:

[1] https://knowinggodsheart.blog/2019/05/05/hymns-that-touch-my-heart/
[2] https://www.newmerciesmusic.com/product-page/great-hymns-for-growing-hearts
[3] https://www.ebcupstate.com/blog/2020/3/16/tbixjml2g18eo8k09ppurp577ottoc
[4] https://www.liturgytools.net/2014/08/mass-hymns-23rd-sunday-ordinary-time-year-a.html
[5] https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/ensign/2001/07/the-power-of-hymns?lang=eng
[6] https://openthebible.org/article/the-25-most-popular-christian-hymns/
[7] https://pambarnhill.com/psalms-hymns-spiritual-songs-adding-sacred-music-morning-time/
[8] https://defordmusic.com/the-results-are-in-favorite-lds-hymns/

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George Hendricks
George Hendricks is the founder and managing editor of Godsverse.org. He has written and published over 200 skit reviews, church resource guides, and Bible study articles. With a background in data-driven content strategy and digital publishing, George built Godsverse into one of the most comprehensive collections of church skit reviews and printable scripts online. When he's not writing, he's researching what churches actually need and figuring out how to deliver it.
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