Lifespring! HymnStories

HS15: Lifespring! HymnStories “When Morning Gilds The Skies”

 
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Written in 1744 by an anonymous German Catholic priest, this beautiful hymn of worship was translated into English one hundred years later by Edward Caswall.
The hymn is beautifully performed here by:

Hymns – The Old Made New
Scott Wesley Brown
Devotion Music

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HS14: Lifespring! HymnStories “Fairest Lord Jesus”

 
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Some of the details of this hymn, written in 1677, are lost in the mists of time, and yet…
Today’s artist is Jilleen.
Thanks to Robert J. Morgan for his permission to use the book, “Then Sings My Soul”. Links to the book are in the right hand margin of this page.
Fairest Lord Jesus
Anonymous German Hymn
Fairest Lord [...]

Lifespring! HymnStories 13 “The Solid Rock”

 
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The story behind this wonderful old hymn is one of giving to a friend in need. You’ll enjoy the story, and this new rendition.

Strangely Looking Forward
Daniel’s Window
Cul De Sac Records

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The Solid Rock
Lyrics: Edward Mote

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Lifespring! HymnStories 12 “What A Friend We Have In Jesus”

 
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The author of this hymn was well acquainted with heartbreat and tragedy. Listen to hear his story.
Music on the show:
David Neubauer’s CD “Sweet and Sacred”

What A Friend We Have In Jesus

Lyrics: Joseph M. Scriven
Music: Charles C. Converse
What a friend we have in Jesus,
All our sins and griefs to bear!
What a privilage to carry
Ev’rything to God [...]