SDA Hymnal
Hymn Lyrics & Meanings
Full lyrics, history, and spiritual meaning of the hymns that have shaped Adventist and Christian worship for generations.
- #108
Amazing Grace
John Newton (1779) · Ephesians 2:8
Written by John Newton, a former slave-trader turned pastor, Amazing Grace celebrates God's undeserved mercy and the transforming power of redemption. It is one of the most beloved hymns in the SDA Hymnal and across Christian worship worldwide — sung at conversions, funerals, and times of deep personal renewal.
- #86
How Great Thou Art
Stuart K. Hine (1949) · Psalm 8:3-4
Based on a Swedish poem by Carl Boberg, this hymn invites the worshipper to behold creation, the cross, and Christ's return — and to respond in awe. It is a staple of SDA worship for Sabbath and evangelistic services.
- #530
It Is Well With My Soul
Horatio G. Spafford (1873) · Philippians 4:7
Spafford wrote this hymn after the tragic loss of his four daughters at sea. It is a testimony that the peace of Christ can hold firm through the deepest grief — a favorite at SDA memorial services and funerals.
- #462
Blessed Assurance
Fanny J. Crosby (1873) · Hebrews 10:22
Blind from infancy, Fanny Crosby wrote thousands of hymns. Blessed Assurance proclaims the joy of salvation and the foretaste of glory believers experience now in Christ. Common in SDA Sabbath School and worship services.
- #73
Holy, Holy, Holy
Reginald Heber (1826) · Revelation 4:8
A trinitarian hymn of adoration, often used to open worship services. It echoes the song of the four living creatures around God's throne and lifts the worshipper into reverent praise.
- #100
Great Is Thy Faithfulness
Thomas O. Chisholm (1923) · Lamentations 3:22-23
A testimony of God's daily faithfulness drawn straight from the words of Jeremiah. Sung at SDA camp meetings, weddings, and morning worship to remember God's mercies, new every morning.