Higher Ground

"Higher Ground" is a beloved hymn of spiritual aspiration that captures the Christian journey toward a closer walk with God. The lyrics speak directly to the desire to rise above worldly doubts and fears, pressing onward and upward each day. As we sing through the verses, there is a steady, marching momentum that reflects the daily effort of faith, leading into a refrain that bursts forth as a soaring prayer to be lifted to "heaven's table-land."

In the choir loft, this piece is often brought out during moments of commitment, reflection, or as a rousing recessional hymn to send the congregation out with renewed purpose. The four-part harmony gives the choir a wonderful opportunity to lean into the uplifting message, especially in the sweeping, confident lines of the chorus. It is a song that encourages everyone who hears it to keep their eyes fixed firmly on heaven, no matter what trials they face.