The Voice of God Is Calling

“The Voice of God Is Calling” is a hymn written in 1913 by John Haynes Holmes, an American minister and social reformer. The hymn is a call to Christian service, urging believers to respond to God’s voice with obedience, compassion, and active engagement in the needs of the world.

The hymn reflects the response of Isaiah in Isaiah 6:8, where the prophet hears the Lord asking, “Whom shall I send?” and answers, “Here am I; send me.” This spirit of readiness and willingness to serve is central to the message of the hymn.

Another important theme is the call to live out justice and mercy. Micah 6:8 teaches that God requires His people to do justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with Him. The hymn echoes this by emphasizing practical expressions of faith through acts of love and service.

The hymn also connects with Matthew 9:37–38, where Jesus speaks of the plentiful harvest and the need for laborers. It challenges believers to see the world’s needs and to respond as workers in God’s mission.

Additionally, the message reflects James 1:22, which instructs believers to be doers of the word and not hearers only. The hymn calls for an active faith that responds to God’s voice with action, not merely words.

“The Voice of God Is Calling” continues to be used in worship as a hymn of dedication and mission. Through its message, it encourages believers to listen for God’s call and to answer with lives committed to service, compassion, and faithful obedience.