Come Praise and Glorify

Theology & Meaning

A robust trinitarian hymn of praise written with Tim Chester, walking through the distinct works of Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in salvation. Each verse celebrates a different person of the Trinity—the Father's electing love, the Son's redemptive sacrifice, the Spirit's sanctifying work—before the chorus unites all three in doxological praise. Theologically it provides one of the most accessible yet precise summaries of Trinitarian soteriology in contemporary worship. It honors the historic Christian conviction that salvation is the work of all three persons of the Godhead.

Worship Leadership Tips

Works beautifully for Trinity Sunday, Reformation services, confirmation classes, or any moment when the congregation needs theological anchoring in Trinitarian orthodoxy. The structure rewards attentive listening—consider encouraging the congregation to note which person of the Trinity each verse celebrates. Works as a teaching tool as well as a worship song. Pairs with Ephesians 1:3-14 (Paul's trinitarian overview of salvation).

Arrangement Tips

The 104 BPM mid-fast tempo gives this a joyful, hymn-anthem quality. Acoustic guitar and piano foundation with full band entering in the chorus. The key of D is bright and accessible—male leads will find it comfortable and powerful. Honor the verse-chorus structure by distinguishing the verses (perhaps more intimate, smaller arrangement) from the chorus (full declaration). This is a song built to be sung year after year.

Scripture References

• Ephesians 1:3-14
• 2 Corinthians 13:14
• Romans 8:14-17
• John 16:13-14
• Matthew 28:19