Mercies Anew

Mercies Anew is a contemporary worship hymn written collaboratively by Mark Altrogge and Bob Kauflin in the early 2000s. The hymn draws directly from the biblical themes of God’s faithfulness, daily grace, and forgiveness, presenting a devotional reflection on the believer’s ongoing need for God’s mercy. Its text is simple enough for congregational singing, yet theologically grounded, making it a meaningful addition to modern worship repertoires.

The hymn opens with the acknowledgment that God’s mercies are renewed every morning, echoing Lamentations 3:22-23. This sets a daily rhythm of dependence and thanksgiving, reminding worshipers that grace is not a one-time experience but an ongoing gift of God’s compassion. It emphasizes both the constancy of God’s love and the believer’s continual need for His care.

Forgiveness and redemption are central themes. The lyrics reflect Isaiah 43:25, where God declares He blots out sins for His people, and Psalm 103, which praises the Lord for forgiving all iniquities and healing all diseases. The hymn encourages believers to approach God humbly and trustfully, recognizing that their standing before Him rests on grace alone rather than human merit.

The hymn also includes a call to rely on God’s strength amid weakness, mirroring 2 Corinthians 12:9, where God’s power is made perfect in human frailty. This combination of daily mercy, forgiveness, and divine empowerment gives the hymn a pastoral quality, comforting believers and guiding them to continual reliance on Christ.

Musically, Mercies Anew features a flowing, reflective melody that supports congregational participation while encouraging personal meditation. The hymn is particularly suited for morning worship, communion services, or any context emphasizing God’s ongoing faithfulness and the renewing power of His grace.

Mercies Anew endures as a modern devotional hymn that combines biblical truth, pastoral encouragement, and congregational accessibility, pointing believers repeatedly to the mercy and steadfast love of God in Christ.