I Will Greatly Rejoice in the Lord
I will greatly rejoice in the Lord
The hymn centers on the Gospel proclamation of salvation and the believer's joyful response to God's righteousness imputed through Christ. It emphasizes the Lutheran understanding of justification as the source of Christian gladness and confidence.
History & Background
This hymn was written for the Lutheran Service Book (2006) as a contemporary setting of Isaiah 61:10-11. It reflects the Reformation emphasis on justification by faith and the joy that accompanies salvation.
Hymnal Appearances
- Evangelical Lutheran Worship — 704
- Lutheran Service Book — 929
Bulletin Note
A contemporary hymn (2006) that recovers the biblical language of Isaiah 61, celebrating the Gospel's power to clothe believers in righteousness and transform sorrow into Easter joy.
Preaching Connection
This hymn embodies the Lutheran conviction that justification by grace alone produces authentic Christian joy, transforming the hearer's response from guilt to confident praise in the face of God's righteous mercy.
Catechism & Confessional Connections
- Of Justification Augsburg Confession
Themes
Joy in Christ Salvation Justification Gospel confidence Resurrection hope