Breathe on Me Breath of God - Traditional

Breathe on me, Breath of God,
Fill me with life anew,
That I may love what Thou dost love,
And do what Thou wouldst do.

Breathe on me, Breath of God,
Until my heart is pure,
Until with Thee I will one will,
To do and to endure.

Breathe on me, Breath of God,
Blend all my soul with Thine,
Until this earthly part of me
Glows with Thy fire divine.

Breathe on me, Breath of God,
So shall I never die,
But live with Thee the perfect life
Of Thine eternity.

Breathe on Me Breath of God lyrics were written by Edwin Hatch and focus on the desire for spiritual purity and a will that is aligned with the divine. The song asks for the Spirit to fill the believer with a new life that is holy and surrendered to God. It uses the metaphor of breath to describe the gentle yet powerful way the Spirit works within the soul. By singing the Breathe on Me Breath of God lyrics the congregation seeks a fresh touch of the Divine acknowledging that true spiritual life and effectiveness are found only through the indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit who brings light love and peace.