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Joyful, Joyful
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Jul 20, 2026 updated
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Casting Crowns' 'Joyful, Joyful, We Adore You' is a modern rendition of the classic hymn based on Henry van Dyke's poem set to Beethoven's 'Ode to Joy.' The song celebrates God's glory and love, expressing adoration and worship. It calls for the melting of sin and doubt, and emphasizes unity in love, referring to God as Father and Christ as Brother. The lyrics encourage believers to love one another and experience divine joy. This version maintains the traditional themes of praise and thanksgiving while adding a contemporary worship feel.
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Joyful, joyful, we adore You
God of glory, Lord of love
Hearts unfold like flowers before You
Opening to the sun above
Joyful, joyful, we adore You
God of glory, Lord of love
Hearts unfold like flowers before You
Opening to the sun above
Melt the clouds of sin and sadness
Drive the dark of doubt away
Joyful, joyful, we adore You
Hearts unfold like flowers before You
Joyful, joyful, we adore You
Joyful, we adore You
All Your works with joy surround You
Earth and Heaven reflect Your ways
Stars and angels sing around You
Center of unbroken praise
Melt the clouds of sin and sadness
Drive the dark of doubt away
God, our Father
Christ, our Brother
All who live in love are thine
Teach us how to love each other
Lift us to the joy divine
Oh, God, our Father
Christ, our Brother
All who live in love are thine
Teach us how to love each other