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Sweet Holy Spirit

By Bill Gaither + The Isaacs

2,855 views Jun 19, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Bill Gaither and The Isaacs perform 'Sweet, Sweet Spirit,' a gospel song that expresses deep reliance on the Holy Spirit for comfort and strength. The lyrics describe feeling weak and low but trusting in the Spirit's presence to endure life's challenges. Drawing from the biblical account of the Spirit descending like a dove at Jesus' baptism, the song emphasizes the Spirit's role as a comforter and guide. It is a prayerful plea for the Spirit to remain close, acknowledging that without the Spirit, one cannot navigate life's difficulties.

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The Bible it tells us in God's words so true

The sweet Holy Spirit is promised to you

It sat upon Jesus in the form of a dove

When John was baptizing God's dearly beloved


Sweet Holy Spirit I'm down on my knees

I am low in the valley, I am so weak you see

But I know I can make it, for I trust in thee

The sweet Holy Spirit is falling on me


Sweet Holy Spirit, oh how I love Thee

For being a comfort so many times and for strengthening me

For I could not make it across life's troubled sea

If the sweet Holy Spirit should ever leave me


Sweet Holy Spirit I'm down on my knees

I am low in the valley, I am so weak you see

But I know I will make it, for I trust in Thee

The sweet Holy Spirit is falling on me

So sweet Holy Spirit, don't ever leave me

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