Find peace and spiritual refreshment in this beautiful instrumental rendition of “Wonderful Words of Life.” Let the soul-stirring melody remind you of the beauty, truth, and enduring comfort found in God’s holy word through every season of your life.
The Scriptural Foundation
The inspiration for this timeless hymn is drawn from the powerful exhortation found in Philippians 2:15-16:
“That you may become blameless and harmless, children of God without fault in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world, holding fast the word of life, so that I may rejoice in the day of Christ that I have not run in vain or labored in vain.”
It further reflects our spiritual calling, anchoring our minds directly in the Truth of scripture—celebrating how these words of life and beauty teach us faith and duty, sweetly echoing the gospel call of pardon and peace to all.
Historical Context
Written and composed in 1874 by the influential American hymn writer and evangelist Philip P. Bliss (1838–1876), this hymn was originally created for the premiere issue of a Christian publication to accompany Sunday school lessons. Bliss, known for his unique ability to pair profound theological truths with easily remembered melodies, crafted this piece to highlight the beautiful, life-giving nature of Christ’s loving call to the world.
Hymn Lyrics (Part I)
1
Sing them over again to me wonderful Words of life
Let me more of their beauty see wonderful Words of life
Words of life and beauty teach me faith and duty
Refrain
Beautiful Words wonderful Words wonderful Words of life
Beautiful Words wonderful Words wonderful Words of life
2
Christ the blessèd One gives to all wonderful Words of life
Sinner list to the loving call wonderful Words of life
All so freely given wooing us to Heaven
Hymn Lyrics (Part II)
Refrain
Beautiful Words wonderful Words wonderful Words of life
Beautiful Words wonderful Words wonderful Words of life
3
Sweetly echo the Gospel call wonderful Words of life
Offer pardon and peace to all wonderful Words of life
Jesus only Savior sanctify us forever
Refrain
Beautiful Words wonderful Words wonderful Words of life
Beautiful Words wonderful Words wonderful Words of life
Ways to Use This Instrumental
This arrangement is designed for deep reflection and high-retention listening:
Prayer & Meditation: Focus on the promise of Christ’s free gift of pardon, peace, and eternal sanctification.
Study Background: A non-intrusive melody for focused Bible study, deep reading, or memory verse practice.
Quiet Reflection: Perfect for setting a calm, peaceful atmosphere for morning devotionals or evening rest.
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