O Rejoice, All Christians, Loudly
O rejoice, all Christians, loudly
This hymn expresses the core Lutheran joy of justification by faith, celebrating Christ's incarnation and resurrection as the ground of Christian confidence and victory over sin and death. The text emphasizes the evangelical proclamation that Christ's work has already accomplished our salvation, calling believers to exultant praise.
History & Background
Written by Erdmann Neumeister, an important Lutheran hymnodist and theologian, this hymn was published in his 1714 hymnal. The English translation by Lars Gustafson first appeared in the 1993 Lutheran Book of Worship supplement.
Hymnal Appearances
- Lutheran Service Book — 897
- Lutheran Worship — 40
- The Lutheran Hymnal — 96
Translation
Bulletin Note
Composed by Erdmann Neumeister in 1714, this hymn captures early Lutheran jubilation over the doctrine of justification by faith, translating doctrinal truth into congregational song of unmistakable exuberance and freedom.
Preaching Connection
This hymn embodies the Lutheran principle that Gospel proclamation of Christ's accomplished redemption naturally overflows into joyful obedience, making it a powerful response to any sermon on justification by faith alone.
Catechism & Confessional Connections
- Of Justification Augsburg Confession
Themes
Joy in Christ Incarnation Redemption through Christ Christian victory Praise and celebration