11 Hymns on Sabbath Rest

11 hymns

The theme of 'Sabbath Rest' in Christian hymnody invites believers to find peace and renewal in God's presence, reflecting the divine rest established in creation. As expressed in Exodus 20:8-11, these hymns celebrate the sacred pause from labor, encouraging us to rest in His love and grace, echoing the promise of eternal rest found in Matthew 11:28.

Behold, A Host, Arrayed in White 3 verses

Norwegian; Brorson, Hans Adolf (1694-1764); composite

Dear Lord and Father of mankind 6 verses

John Greenleaf Whittier (1872)

In the Day of Expiation 3 verses

M. C.

LORD of the Sabbath, hear our vows, On this thy day, in this thy house: And... 5 verses

John Wesley (1703-1791)

O Day of Rest And Gladness 6 verses

German; Wordsworth, Christopher (1807-1885)

Passing through another week, 4 verses

John Newton (1725-1807)

Sweet Is The Sunlight After Rain 5 verses

William Morley Punshon

SWEET is the sunlight after rain, And sweet the sleep which follows pain, And... 5 verses

John Wesley (1703-1791)

Sweet Is The Work, My God, My King 8 verses

Isaac Watts

SWEET is the work, my God, my King, To praise thy name, give thanks, and sing;... 6 verses

John Wesley (1703-1791)

The Bible shows that man was made 6 verses

P. L.

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by J.R. Miller

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Is Your Fountain of Living Water Clogged? 17:24

by Shane Idleman

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