Ruth Oriowo
This collection of hymns about holiness is full of songs that help you feel connected to something super important and special.
These songs aren’t just regular tunes you hear every day; they’re like messages that teach you how to be really good and have a pure heart.
Let’s explore these songs that talk to your emotions, creating a special link to something bigger than just you. It’s a bit like finding a hidden trail that leads you to a place where you feel super close to something magical and timeless.
So, I am embarking on a musical journey, and I’d love for you to come along!
Hymns About Holiness
1. “Holy, Holy, Holy” by Reginald Heber
In the collection of hymns of holiness, “Holy, Holy, Holy” takes its revered position at the forefront. This hymn echoes the angelic hymn of Isaiah and Revelation, capturing the awe and reverence of God’s holiness.
With each resounding “Holy,” the congregation is ushered into acknowledging the divine purity that defines holiness.
2. “Take Time to Be Holy” by William D. Longstaff
“Take Time to Be Holy” is an anthem that calls believers to pause amidst life’s clamour and dedicate moments to seek the divine.
The pursuit of holiness, it suggests, requires deliberate contemplation—a commitment to sanctify the ordinary moments of life.
3. “Holiness, Holiness Is What I Long For” by Scott Underwood
In the soul-stirring composition by Scott Underwood, the desire for holiness is laid bare. “Holiness, Holiness Is What I Long For” articulates the heartfelt yearning for purity and sanctification.
It invites worshippers to echo this sentiment, acknowledging the sanctifying work of the divine in their lives.
4. “Holiness Unto the Lord” by Charles P. Jones
Charles P. Jones, through the hymn “Holiness Unto the Lord,” paints a musical portrait of consecration. This hymn serves as a declaration—a proclamation of dedicating one’s life entirely to the Lord.
Its melody becomes a vessel through which believers express their commitment to a life set apart for holiness.
5. “Cleanse Me” by J. Edwin Orr
“Cleanse Me,” is a poignant plea for spiritual purification. This hymn acknowledges human frailty and sinfulness while seeking the divine touch that cleanses and renews.
It’s a musical confession, resonating with the universal need for God’s purifying grace.
6. “Nearer, My God, to Thee” by Sarah F. Adams
Sarah F. Adams, in “Nearer, My God, to Thee,” captures the essence of drawing closer to the divine.
While not explicitly about holiness, the hymn reflects the journey toward spiritual intimacy, a profound closeness to God.
In this pursuit, holiness becomes an inevitable companion, guiding the soul into a sacred proximity.
7. “Sanctuary” by John W. Thompson and Randy Scruggs
“Sanctuary,” a modern classic by John W. Thompson and Randy Scruggs, invites worshippers to seek refuge in the presence of God.
This hymn serves as a reminder that holiness is not a distant ideal but a tangible reality found in the sanctuary of God’s embrace.
The gentle melody carries the weight of sacred moments, fostering an atmosphere of holiness.
8. “Whiter Than Snow” by James L. Nicholson
“Whiter Than Snow” by James L. Nicholson is a poignant hymn that draws from the Psalms, expressing the longing for divine cleansing.
As snow symbolizes purity, this hymn beautifully encapsulates the desire for holiness that transcends human effort.
The melody becomes a vehicle for this plea, echoing through congregations seeking the transformative touch of God.
9. “Create in Me a Clean Heart” by Keith Green
Keith Green’s rendition of “Create in Me a Clean Heart” is a musical prayer for inner transformation.
The hymn echoes the sentiments of Psalm 51, imploring God to create a clean heart and renew a right spirit within.
It serves as a heartfelt plea for the continuous work of holiness within, a surrender to divine craftsmanship.
10. “Purify My Heart” by Brian Doerksen
Another gem by Brian Doerksen, “Purify My Heart” is a contemporary hymn that articulates the desire for a heart made pure.
Its lyrics echo the biblical call for holiness, and the melody creates a space for personal reflection, inviting worshippers to lay bare their hearts before the refining gaze of God.
11. “Search Me, O God” by J. Edwin Orr
“Search Me, O God” is a soulful prayer for divine examination. The lyrics delve into the vulnerability of inviting God to search and know one’s heart, a pivotal step in the pursuit of holiness.
This hymn becomes a mirror, reflecting the sincere desire for a life marked by God’s transformative holiness.
12. “Spirit of the Living God” by Daniel Iverson
“Spirit of the Living God” by Daniel Iverson is an invocation for the divine presence to descend and empower believers.
While not explicitly about holiness, the hymn sets the stage for the sanctifying work of the Holy Spirit, emphasizing the indispensable role of God’s Spirit in the journey towards holiness.
13. “I Want to Be Holy” by Donnie McClurkin
Donnie McClurkin’s soul-stirring hymn, “I Want to Be Holy,” is a direct and impassioned declaration.
The title itself encapsulates the essence of the hymn—a heartfelt desire for holiness.
With each note, McClurkin invites believers into a moment of surrender, expressing the longing for a life characterized by divine purity.
14. “At Calvary” by William R. Newell
“At Calvary” by William R. Newell reflects on the profound sacrifice at the cross. While primarily focused on redemption, the hymn indirectly touches on the transformative power of Christ’s sacrifice, paving the way for holiness.
It serves as a reminder that holiness finds its roots in the redemptive work of the cross.
15. “I Surrender All” by Judson W. Van Deventer
Judson W. Van DeVenter’s classic hymn, “I Surrender All,” becomes a lyrical surrender to the divine call for holiness.
The act of surrender is at the heart of holiness, and this hymn resonates with believers, encouraging them to yield every aspect of their lives to God.
The melody becomes a vessel for the sincere offering of self.
16. “Have Thine Own Way, Lord” by Adelaide A. Pollard
Adelaide A. Pollard’s hymn, “Have Thine Own Way, Lord,” is a beautiful surrender to the divine will. While not explicitly about holiness, the hymn emphasizes yielding to God’s molding and shaping.
In this act of submission, there lies a pathway to holiness, as believers allow God to have His own way in their lives.
17. “Make Me a Blessing” by IRA B. Wilson and George S. Schuler
“Make Me a Blessing” by Ira B. Wilson and George S. Schuler is a hymn that encapsulates the outward expression of holiness.
As believers seek to be blessings to others, they embody the holiness that flows from a transformed heart. The melody becomes a call to be vessels of God’s holiness in the world.
18. “More Holiness Give Me” by Philip Paul Bliss
Philip Paul Bliss, in his hymn “More Holiness Give Me,” articulates the continual pursuit of holiness.
The title encapsulates the essence of the hymn—an earnest plea for an ever-deepening sanctification.
The melody becomes a rhythmic prayer, echoing the desire for an increased measure of divine holiness.
19. “O to Be Like Thee” by Thomas O. Chisholm
The closing hymn, “O to Be Like Thee” by Thomas O. Chisholm, is a fitting conclusion to our melodic exploration.
It encapsulates the ultimate aspiration—to be conformed to the likeness of Christ. In this pursuit, believers find the truest expression of holiness, and the hymn becomes a poignant prayer for transformation.
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20. “Holy Melody” by Anna Beth Beland
Conclusion
As you’ve gone on a magical adventure through songs that talk about being holy. Each song is like a special piece of music that tells a story about wanting to be better, giving up control, and changing for the good.
Being holy is not just a faraway idea; it’s like a dance with something amazing and powerful.
When you think quietly, let these songs stay with you, reminding you that being holy is not about being strict but about having a changing and always growing friendship with something really, really great.
While you deal with all the tricky parts of life, let these songs stay in your heart, encouraging you to let go, look for help, and want to be more like the super amazing One who is really holy.
So, let these hymns about being holy stay with you, and may your journey of being good be like a cool song—a beat that tells the story of someone changed by trying to be really, really great.
