In this episode, we take an encouraging look at a hymn (and a psalm) that helps us focus on biblical truth – even when disaster strikes and lives are lost.

We also review the Hymn of the Month for September and take a look at back at hymn studies that are available inside Plus membership and will soon be available for purchase ala carte.

Links & Resources:

See all of Charles Wesley's hymns on the subject of earthquakes here.

Our Hymn of the Month for September is "Come, Ye Sinners." Review it here.

Here's our list of hymn studies available as a Hymns Illustrated Plus member:

(You can access all of these in your membership. Join here.)

Praise to the Lord, the Almighty

How Firm a Foundation

Thine Be the Glory

Blest Be the Tie That Binds

The Ninety and Nine

Anywhere With Jesus

He Giveth More Grace

Take My Life and Let It Be

The Light of the World Is Jesus

When All Thy Mercies, O, My God

Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus

Holy, Holy, Holy

Shepherd of Tender Youth

All Glory, Laud, and Honor

Jesus Lives and So Shall I

Jesus, Thy Blood and Righteousness

All People That On Earth  Do Dwell

When I Survey the Wondrous Cross

The Doxology

Come, Ye Sinners

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In this short episode, we take a look at a hymn for heat waves and then review an important reminder from our Hymn of the Month.

Links Mentioned in This Episode:

Learn all about the Hymn of the Month here: The Doxology

Join Hymns Illustrated to get everything you need to study a new hymn every month. Here's the link: HymnsIllustrated.com/join

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In this episode, Kristen Iaffaldano shares several hymn stories related to the hymns "Trusting Jesus," "Great Is Thy Faithfulness" and then finally, a hymn for back to school: The Doxology (also our Hymn of the Month."

Enjoy!

Links Mentioned in This Episode:

A Hymn for Back to School is also our Hymn of the Month for August. See the resource page here: The Doxology

Join Hymns Illustrated to get everything you need to study a new hymn every month. Here's the link: HymnsIllustrated.com/join

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Not too long ago I walked into Walmart and noticed a couple of pallets of plants at the front of the store. One plant, in particular, had large floppy, yet sturdy leaves, with beautiful markings on the front of each leaf and then a deep purple coloring under each leaf. It was called a Calathea and for me anyway, it was love at first sight.
 
It wasn't long before God taught me some lessons from this plant and yes, there's a "hymn for that" and I share it in this episode.

Enjoy!


Links Mentioned:

Take this hymn with you throughout the week! Purchase the hymn reflection pack for just $2. Buy the pack here.

Join Hymns Illustrated to get everything you need to study a new hymn every month. Here's the link: HymnsIllustrated.com/join

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Ah, summer! It's such a good time to soak in all our favorite things: the sunshine, the vacation, the family reunions, the lake, the fireworks, the barbecues and, well, you get it. We want to do it all!

But James 4:13-15 and Psalm 31:15 both remind us that our times are ultimately in God's hand and it's good to remember that. 

Hymn writer William Freeman Lloyd had Psalm 31:15 in mind when he wrote the hymn, "My Times Are In Thy Hand."

Listen in to learn more about the hymn as well as the why behind our upcoming title change for the podcast. We are changing the name of the podcast from  "Hymns Illustrated"  to "A Hymn for That."

HymnsIllustrated.com remains the current platform for this podcast and other resources to help you apply Colossians 3:16 in your daily life.

Related and Mentioned Links:

Read a hymn for midsummer here.

Join Hymns Illustrated to get everything you need to study a new hymn every month. Here's the link: HymnsIllustrated.com/join

Share your favorite hymn and why and be entered to win a beautiful copy of The ESV Psalms, Photography Edition.  Enter here.

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Our theme for today’s episode is a little word: Joy.  But there’s a lot to cover in that little word.

We’re going to talk about joy vs. happiness and how it relates to the songs we sing when we worship,  and then also,  what should we do when it’s time to worship God joyfully in song and we don’t feel like it?

And then finally we’ll acquaint ourselves a bit more with two hymn writers especially known for their hymns of joy.

I also share a quick update on new perks of membership at HymnsIllustrated.com.

Until next time, keep your hymnal open!

- Kristen

Links Mentioned In this Episode:

HymnsIllustrated.com/join

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Listen to the hymn story behind Stuart Hamblen's gospel hymn, Until Then.

More short hymn story episodes like this to come. Miss the longer format? Those are still coming, too. A little variety helps makes things interesting!

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Get your hymn recommendation for the day at HymnsIllustrated.com/quiz.

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In this episode, we take a closer look at the mission or the heartbeat Hymns Illustrated: Colossians 3:16!

Will you join our mission and apply Colossians 3:16 into YOUR everyday life, teaching and admonishing your brothers and sisters in the Lord using Scripture AND psalms, hymns and spiritual songs to do so?

We also review our Hymn of the Month: All Glory Laud and Honor and share what our Hymn of the Month for April will be! You're going to love it.

I close by sharing with you how  our new quiz can help you find a hymn that meets you where you are today and also pass on that encouragement.

Until next time, keep your hymnal open!

– Kristen


Links & Resources:

Hymn of the Month: All Glory, Laud and Honor
Song of Saints Journey (a $5 monthly subscription for a members-only podcast and a hymn study guide every month)
Which Hymn Do You Need the Most Today? Take the Quiz Here!

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In this episode, we take a closer look at our Hymn of the Month: Charles Wesley's "Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus."

We also remember what true hope looks like at Christmas time and beyond and we look ahead to see what 2023 has in store for Hymns Illustrated.

Until next time, keep your hymnal open!

– Kristen


Links & Resources:

• Go to our HOM resource page here.
• Start your Hymns Illustrated membership here. (It's my version of Patreon.) 
• Learn more about Kajabi here.
• Shop Christianbook.com.

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In this episode, I share  a hymn that's a model for bold prayer and fitting for those times we or someone we love is facing an urgent need.

Listen in to also review our Hymn of the Month, learn about our very first Merry Thanksgiving countdown and catch the scoop on something exciting that's on the way for members.

Catch all the show notes here.

Until next time, keep your hymnal open!

– Kristen


Links & Resources:

• Join the Merry Thanksgiving Countdown here.
• Go to our HOM resource page here.
• Start your Hymns Illustrated membership here. (It's my version of Patreon.) 
• Watch my very first YouTube video here.
• Learn more about Kajabi here.
• Learn how to work from home as a virtual assistant here.

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