Lyrics
Holy Spirit, living Breath of God,
Breathe new life into my willing soul;
Bring the presence of the risen Lord,
To renew my heart and make me whole.
Cause Your Word to come alive in me;
Give me faith for what I cannot see.
Give me passion for Your purity;
Holy Spirit breathe new life in me.
Holy Spirit, come abide within;
May Your joy be seen in all I do.
Love enough to cover every sin
In each thought and deed and attitude.
Kindness to the greatest and the least;
Gentleness that sows the path of peace.
Turn my strivings into works of grace;
Breath of God, show Christ in all I do.
Holy Spirit, from creation's birth,
Giving life to all that God has made.
Show Your power once again on earth,
Cause Your Church to hunger for Your ways.
Let the fragrance of our prayers arise;
Lead us on the road of sacrifice,
That in unity the face of Christ
Will be clear for all the world to see.
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Song History & Meaning
Composer / Hymnodist: Keith Getty and Stuart Townend
When we invite the Holy Spirit to breathe into our lives, we are opening our hearts to the transforming presence of the risen Christ. Like the breath of life given in Ezekiel's vision, the Spirit revives our weary souls, making God’s Word vibrant and granting us faith beyond what our eyes can see. As He abides within us, His love and joy naturally overflow into everything we do. Today, yield your heart to His gentle touch and allow Him to renew your passion for His truth and purity.
📖 Related Scripture Passages:
- John 14:26: “But the Counselor, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all things, and will remind you of all that I said to you.”
- Ezekiel 37:14: “I will put my Spirit in you, and you will live. And I will place you in your own land; and you will know that I, Yahweh, have spoken it and performed it, says Yahweh.”
- Romans 8:11: “But if the Spirit of him who raised up Jesus from the dead dwells in you, he who raised up Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through his Spirit who dwells in you.”