This is hymn 38 of the Open Heavens daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).
HYMN 38: GOD GIVE US CHRISTIAN HOME
1. God give us Christian homes
Homes where the Bible is loved and taught,
Homes where the Master’s will is sought,
Homes crowned with beauty Thy love has wrought;
God give us Christian homes
God give us Christian homes!
2. God give us Christian homes
Homes where the father is true and strong,
Homes that are free from the blight of wrong,
Homes that are joyous with love and song;
God give us Christian homes
God give us Christian homes!
3. God give us Christian homes
Homes where the mother in queenly quest,
Strives to show others Thy way is best,
Homes where the Lord is an honoured guest;
God give us Christian homes
God give us Christian homes!
4. God give us Christian homes
Homes where the children are led to know
Christ in His beauty who loves them so,
Homes where the altar fires burn and glow;
God give us Christian homes;
God give us Christian homes!
GOD GIVE US CHRISTIAN HOME HYMN COMMENTARY
Beloved in Christ, the family is the foundational unit of society and the first school of discipleship. This hymn, “God Give Us Christian Homes,” is far more than a sentimental wish; it is a powerful, collective prayer and a clear blueprint for what a home centered on Christ should look like. It recognizes that a godly home is not an accident, but a gift from God to be sought, built, and nurtured through intentional devotion and obedience. It is a hymn of intercession and aspiration for every household of faith.
Why Sing This Hymn
We sing this hymn to pray for our own families and the families within the church, to define the spiritual priorities of a Christian household, and to dedicate our homes to the lordship of Jesus Christ. It is a hymn that calls us to action, reminding us that the faith is lived out most practically within the walls of our own homes.
1. It is a Hymn of Foundational Truth and Sought-After Beauty (Verse 1)
The hymn begins by establishing the non-negotiable foundation: a home where “the Bible is loved and taught.” God’s Word must be both cherished affectionately and instructed faithfully. This leads to the home’s central pursuit: seeking “the Master’s will.” The family’s direction comes not from cultural trends, but from Christ. The result is a beauty not of mere decoration, but of divine craftsmanship: “Homes crowned with beauty Thy love has wrought.” A Christian home is a masterpiece of God’s grace, marked by the beauty of holiness, love, and peace.
2. It is a Hymn of Godly Leadership and Joyful Atmosphere (Verse 2)
This verse highlights the role of the father as a pillar of integrity and strength: “true and strong.”His character provides stability and protection, helping to create a home “free from the blight of wrong.” This freedom from the corruption of sin fosters an environment of health and safety. The natural outcome is not a rigid, joyless place, but one that is “joyous with love and song.” A Christ-centered home is meant to be a sanctuary of joy, where affection is expressed and praise is sung.
3. It is a Hymn of Noble Influence and Sacred Hospitality (Verse 3)
Here, the mother’s role is portrayed as one of noble, purposeful influence (“in queenly quest”). She actively and wisely “strives to show others Thy way is best,” guiding her family and perhaps others toward godliness. The defining mark of the home is that “the Lord is an honoured guest.” This means Christ is not an afterthought, but the conscious, welcomed center of family life—respected, obeyed, and consulted in all things. The home itself becomes a place of ministry and hospitality to His presence.
4. It is a Hymn of Intentional Discipleship and Perpetual Worship (Verse 4)
The final verse focuses on the sacred responsibility of parenting: to “lead” children to know Christ. It’s not passive hope, but active guidance toward “Christ in His beauty who loves them so.” The goal is a personal, loving relationship with Jesus. Such a home is marked by “altar fires” that “burn and glow.” This symbolizes a life of consistent prayer, worship, and sacrifice—a home where the spiritual flame of devotion to God is continually tended and never allowed to go out.
A Word for Your Spirit Today
Whether you are a parent, a child, a grandparent, or a single person creating a household of one, this hymn is your prayer. It challenges us to audit our own homes against this biblical standard.
Is the Bible loved and taught in your dwelling? Is Christ’s will actively sought in family decisions? Is the atmosphere one of joy and freedom from the “blight” of strife, unforgiveness, or ungodly media? Is the Lord truly the honored guest, or is He relegated to a Sunday-only visitor? Is there an “altar” of prayer and worship that burns consistently?
Sing this hymn as a prayer for your home. Dedicate your household afresh to the Lordship of Jesus Christ. Ask God to give you—and our church—homes that are not just Christian in name, but in truth, beauty, and power. For from such homes, the light of Christ shines brightly into a dark world.
God, give us Christian homes!
In the name of Jesus, the head of every godly household, Amen.
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