Take Me to the River (Wade in the Water)

Theology & Meaning

African-American spiritual using water imagery to express the liberation and new life found in Christ.

Worship Leadership Tips

Works for baptism services or any service on new life in Christ.

Arrangement Tips

Spiritual feel; piano, bass, choir. Allow swinging rhythm. Very participatory.

Scripture References

• Romans 6:4
• Mark 1:9-11