8 Hymns on Struggle With Sin

8 hymns

The theme of 'Struggle With Sin' in hymnody reflects the deep human experience of battling temptation and seeking redemption. These hymns resonate with the struggles expressed in Romans 7:15, where Paul confesses his inner conflict, reminding us of God's grace that sustains us. Join in worship through these heartfelt melodies that echo our longing for victory in Christ.

Fallen, that’s the way we all begin: 5 verses

T. R.

For I do not do the good which I will; 3 verses

FORGIVE my foes? it cannot be: My foes with cordial love embrace? Fast bound in... 3 verses

John Wesley (1703-1791)

JESU, my Advocate above, My friend before the throne of love, If now for me... 4 verses

John Wesley (1703-1791)

Lord, reveal Thyself to me, 7 verses

Lord, when I’m bad I get so sad; 4 verses

K. S.

Self-acquaintance 6 verses

William Cowper (1731-1800)

Why 3 verses

Clear

They Are Not Quite Slain

by Thomas Brooks

Thomas Brooks emphasizes that while pride and envy are mortally wounded at the moment of a believer's conversion, they are not completely eradicated. He reminds us that even the most devout individuals still struggle with these lingering sins, highlighting the ongoing battle against pride, vain-glor

Sheep or Swine?

by Thomas Brooks

Thomas Brooks emphasizes the struggle Christians face with sin, noting that even sincere repentance does not guarantee freedom from falling back into the same sins due to the persistent nature of sin in the heart. He reassures believers that while they may repeatedly stumble, God's grace offers forg

The Choicest Saints

by Thomas Brooks

Thomas Brooks emphasizes the universal corruption of human nature, asserting that even the choicest saints are not exempt from sin and uncleanness. He explains that godly men, despite their sincere repentance, may repeatedly fall into the same sins due to their inherent weaknesses and the ongoing ba

The Old Man

by Thomas Brooks

Thomas Brooks emphasizes the duality within every regenerate man, describing the ongoing struggle between the old man, representing the flesh, and the new man, representing the spirit. He illustrates how the old man can lead to grievous sins, citing examples from biblical figures like Noah, Lot, and

The Best of Saints Are Sinners

by Thomas Brooks

Thomas Brooks emphasizes that even the best of saints are still sinners, but they do not indulge in or cherish sin as the unregenerate do. He illustrates the difference between sin in a regenerate person and sin in an unregenerate person, comparing it to poison in a man versus poison in a serpent. A