Entrance Hymn

An entrance hymn is a song sung at the beginning of a worship service, setting the tone for the gathering and inviting the congregation into a spirit of worship and reverence.

The practice of singing hymns during worship has roots in both the Old and New Testaments, where music played a significant role in the life of Israel and the early church.

• Worship and Praise
• Community Gathering
• Preparation of Hearts

1. Psalm 100:4This verse emphasizes entering His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise, highlighting the purpose of entrance hymns.
2. Ephesians 5:19Encourages believers to speak to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, reinforcing the communal aspect of worship.

1. Psalm 100:1-2A call to worship, inviting all to make a joyful noise to the Lord and serve Him with gladness.
2. Colossians 3:16Encouragement to let the word of Christ dwell richly and to sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs.
3. Psalm 95:1-2An invitation to come and sing joyfully to the Lord, emphasizing the importance of entering His presence with praise.

• Encourage congregational participation in singing to enhance the worship experience.
• Select hymns that reflect the themes of the service and the character of God.
• Use entrance hymns to create an atmosphere of reverence and expectation for the worship service.

• Entrance hymns serve as a means of preparing the congregation's hearts for worship.
• They reflect the biblical mandate to worship God with music and song.
• Singing together fosters unity and community among believers.

• Praise

  The act of singing hymns is a form of praise, reflecting the biblical call to worship God through music.

• Worship

  Entrance hymns are a vital part of the broader theme of worship, which encompasses all acts of reverence and adoration towards God.