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Music is a common theme in the Bible. Most music in biblical times included scripture in the Words (or, later became scripture). We find many hymns with scripture. Thankfully, there are dozens (maybe hundreds) of Christian songs about Bible verses.

Christian Songs About Bible Verses
The Psalms are filled with music of praise and even sorrow and we even read about Miriam leading the women in song after escaping the Egyptians when crossing the Red Sea.
We read about sings as part of the Hebrews worship in the tabernacle and temple and even Jesus and His disciples sang hymns.
“When they had sung a hymn, they went out to the Mount of Olives.” – Matthew 26:30
The Apostle Paul instructed the Colossians,
“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly; teach and admonish one another in all wisdom; and with gratitude in your hearts sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs to God. And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him” – Colossians 3:16-17
Singing worship and praise music is part of God’s commands for us, but, in addition, it can help us to learn and write scripture in our hearts.
The Bible contains over four hundred references to singing and fifty direct commands to sing. The Psalms, which is the longest book of the Bible, is a book of songs. And in the New Testament we’re commanded not once, but twice, to sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs to one another when we meet (Ephesians 5:19; Colossians 3:16). Clearly, music as worship is pretty important to God.
Music has often been used to help us remember things. I’ll bet you still remember jingles from television when you were a kid or the ABC song. In Deuteronomy 31, God himself wanted us to use music to help the Israelites remember His words.
As Israel was about to enter the Promised Land, God instructed Moses to teach Israel a song so that “when many evils and troubles have come upon them, this song shall confront them as a witness (for it will live unforgotten in the mouths of their offspring)” (Deuteronomy 31:21). Singing can help us remember words.
In this post, I’ll share my favorite songs with Bible verses in them. Put them on your playlist and bathe yourself in the Word of God. Use them to help you memorize scripture and, even write the lyrics in your journal. This will help you turn the scripture into prayer to our Father.
For each listing, I’ll include the scripture found in the song.
Christian Songs With Bible Verses
Christian music (since biblical times) is filled with scripture. It's a beautiful way to praise and worship while learning Bible verses, as well. Here is a list of some popular (and not so popular) songs with Bible verses.
...“Stand up and praise the Lord your God, who is from everlasting to everlasting.”
“Blessed be your glorious name, and may it be exalted above all blessing and praise. 6 You alone are the Lord. You made the heavens, even the highest heavens, and all their starry host, the earth and all that is on it, the seas and all that is in them. You give life to everything, and the multitudes of heaven worship you. - Nehemiah 9:4-6
Joshua Fit The Battle Of Jericho-Sung by Mahalia Jackson (Public Domain)
"When the trumpets sounded, the army shouted, and at the sound of the trumpet, when the men gave a loud shout, the wall collapsed; so everyone charged straight in, and they took the city." - Joshua 6:20
Kari Jobe - Revelation Song - Passion 2013 (Written by Jennie Lee Riddle)
"Each of the four living creatures had six wings and was covered with eyes all around, even under its wings. Day and night they never stop saying:
“‘Holy, holy, holy
is the Lord God Almighty,’
who was, and is, and is to come.” - Revelation 4:8
Everlasting God - Chris Tomlin (Written by Brenton Brown and Ken Riley)
"Do you not know? Have you not heard?Has it not been told you from the beginning? Have you not understood since the earth was founded?22 He sits enthroned above the circle of the earth, and its people are like grasshoppers.He stretches out the heavens like a canopy, and spreads them out like a tent to live in.23 He brings princes to naught and reduces the rulers of this world to nothing." - Isaiah 40:21-23
"But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me." - 2 Corinthians 12:9
"He makes me lie down in green pastures,he leads me beside quiet waters," -Psalm 23:2
"Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed,
for his compassions never fail." - Lamentations 3:22
"The Lord appeared to us in the past, saying:
“I have loved you with an everlasting love;
I have drawn you with unfailing kindness." - Jeremiah 31:3
Alan Jackson - Are You Washed In The Blood / I'll Fly Away (Written by Elisha Hoffman)
"and from Jesus Christ, who is the faithful witness, the firstborn from the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth. To him who loves us and has freed us from our sins by his blood, - Revelation 1:5
" I answered, 'Sir, you know.'
And he said, “These are they who have come out of the great tribulation; they have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb. - Revelation 7:14
Chris Tomlin - Crown Him [Majesty] [with Kari Jobe] (Written by Matthew Bridges and Godfrey Thring)
"His eyes are like blazing fire, and on his head are many crowns. He has a name written on him that no one knows but he himself." - Revelation 19:12
Chris Tomlin - How Great Is Our God (Lyrics And Chords) (Written by Chris Tomlin, Ed Cash, Jesse Reeves)
“The temple I am going to build will be great, because our God is greater than all other gods." - 2 Chronicles 2:5
Great Is Thy Faithfulness - Chris Rice (Written by Thomas Obadiah Chisholm)
"I well remember them,
and my soul is downcast within me.
Yet this I call to mind
and therefore I have hope:
Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed,
for his compassions never fail.
They are new every morning;
great is your faithfulness." - Lamentations 3:20-23
"Who is this coming from Edom,
from Bozrah, with his garments stained crimson?
Who is this, robed in splendor,
striding forward in the greatness of his strength?
'It is I, proclaiming victory,
mighty to save.'" - Isaiah 63:1
Chris Tomlin - Whom Shall I Fear [God of Angel Armies] [Lyrics] (Written by Chris Tomlin, Ed Cash, Scott Cash)
"The Lord is my light and my salvation—
whom shall I fear?
The Lord is the stronghold of my life—
of whom shall I be afraid?" - Psalm 27:1
"And they were calling to one another:
“Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty;
the whole earth is full of his glory.” - Isaiah 6:3
"Each of the four living creatures had six wings and was covered with eyes all around, even under its wings. Day and night they never stop saying:
“‘Holy, holy, holy
is the Lord God Almighty,’
who was, and is, and is to come.” - Revelation 4:8
"Clap your hands, all you nations;
shout to God with cries of joy." - Psalm 47:1
"For you make me glad by your deeds, Lord;
I sing for joy at what your hands have done." - Psalm 92:4
In Christ Alone...Great Christian Song Ever (Lyrics @CC) (Written by Stuart Townsend and Keith Getty)
"That is why we labor and strive, because we have put our hope in the living God, who is the Savior of all people, and especially of those who believe." - 1 Timothy 4:10
"Then King David went in and sat before the Lord, and he said:
'Who am I, Lord God, and what is my family, that you have brought me this far? And as if this were not enough in your sight, my God, you have spoken about the future of the house of your servant. You, Lord God, have looked on me as though I were the most exalted of men.'" - 1 Chronicles 17:16-17
"He replied, 'Whether he is a sinner or not, I don’t know. One thing I do know. I was blind but now I see!'” - John 9:25
And, finally, one of my favorites:
For even more Christian songs with Bible verses, see this immense list by Intoxicated on Life.
What other Christian songs with Bible verses can you think of? Comment below and be sure to add the corresponding scripture.
Because of Him,
Sue
Jessica Cone
Monday 20th of January 2020
JUMPSTART3 all theirbspngs are straight up Scripture. The titles are thebrefenrences. You can find them online and on Spotify
Susan Nelson
Tuesday 21st of January 2020
Great resource! Thank you!