Great Christian Hymn Writers
Great Christian Hymn Writers

Author: Jane Stuart Smith

Publisher: Crossway

Published: 1997-06-27

Total Pages: 212

ISBN-13: 9781433517839

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Consider the worshipful lyrics of "Holy, Holy, Holy"; the comforting assurance of "His Eye Is On the Sparrow"; the trusting submission of "Have Thine Own Way, Lord"; the bold declaration made by "O for a Thousand Tongues." They are some of our greatest hymns--and some of the most powerful words in Christendom. Lyrics that help us grasp the reality of faith, set to beautiful music that speaks to our hearts. The stories behind the hymns are powerful as well. In this book the authors have detailed the intriguing and often tragic circumstances from which many of our best-loved hymns came. They are stories about the private struggles and personal triumphs these men and women hymn writers experienced--stories that give their already-meaningful songs added significance. Great Christian Hymn Writers is a wonderful resource for worship services, devotional talks, and home schools, as well as for use in your private devotions. And it's worthwhile reading for anyone who's interested in learning where these hymns came from and how it is that they continue to affect us so much.

101 Hymn Stories
101 Hymn Stories

Author: Kenneth W. Osbeck

Publisher: Kregel Publications

Published: 1901

Total Pages: 292

ISBN-13: 9780825493270

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"Hymn singing reflects a congregation's spiritual vitality and their response to God's grace.

Doxology and Theology
Doxology and Theology

Author: Matt Boswell

Publisher: B&H Publishing Group

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 1433679728

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Beyond sound equipment and music charts, eleven noted worship leaders from around the United States write about the ministerial part of their work as it relates to the gospel, mission, disciple-making, liturgy, the Trinity, justice, creativity, family, and more.

Classic Christian Hymn Writers
Classic Christian Hymn Writers

Author: Elsie Houghton

Publisher: CLC Ministries

Published: 2004-05-01

Total Pages: 340

ISBN-13: 9780875087290

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Crisp and stirring biographical sketches of fifty of the world's greatest hymn-writers. Lavishly illustrated. A book with true devotional value.

Wonderful Words of Life
Wonderful Words of Life

Author: Richard J. Mouw

Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing

Published: 2004-08-02

Total Pages: 312

ISBN-13: 9780802821607

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While many evangelical congregations have moved away from hymns and hymnals, these were once central fixtures in the evangelical tradition. This book examines the role and importance of hymns in evangelicalism, not only as a part of worship but as tools for theological instruction, as a means to identity formation, and as records of past spiritual experiences of the believing community. Written by knowledgeable church historians, Wonderful Words of Life explores the significance of hymn-singing in many dimensions of American Protestant and evangelical life. The book focuses mainly on church life in the United States but also discusses the foundational contributions of Isaac Watts and other British hymn writers, the use of gospel songs in English Canada, and the powerful attraction of African-American gospel music for whites of several religious persuasions. Includes appendixes on the American Protestant Hymn Project and on hymns in Roman Catholic hymnals. Contributors: Susan Wise Bauer Thomas E. Bergler Virginia Lieson Brereton Esther Rothenbusch Crookshank Kevin Kee Richard J. Mouw Mark A. Noll Felicia Piscitelli Robert A. Schneider Rochelle A. Stackhouse Jeffrey VanderWilt