Hymn Stories

IN THIS EPISODE: "From Greenland's Icy Mountains" by Reginald Heber (1783-1826)

This hymn, while very popular for some time, has vanished from many modern hymnals. It is now considered a period piece by many. Not only are some of the geographical references outdated, but some see in it imperialism and racial overtones. I don’t. I see a burning heart for the glory of God among the nations. 

Show Notes: 

• "Paid Respects" by BP Moore
• "Missionary Hymn" by The Sturbridge Singers
• "Beyond the Willow Tree" by Holly Jones

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"And Must I Part with All I Have" by Benjamin Beddome (1717-1795)

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IN THIS EPISODE: "And Must I Part With All I Have" by Benjamin Beddome (1717-1795) and the Story of William Carey (1761-1834)

At a meeting of ministers held at Northhampton, Carey suggested as a topic for discussion, the duty of Christians to attempt the spread of the Gospel among the heathen. All of a sudden Mr. Ryland Senior sprang to his feet and exclaimed, “Young man, sit down! When God pleases to convert the heathen, He will do it without your help or mine!” 

Show Notes: 

• "Swift and Beautiful" by David B. Calhoun
• "Edge of Silence" by Alan Spiljak
• "Day One" by Alan Spiljak

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IN THIS EPISODE: The Martyrdom of John Huss

“Into thy hands, O Lord, I commit my spirit. Thou hast redeemed me. Assist me that with a firm mind, by the most powerful grace, I may undergo this most awful death, to which I am condemned for preaching Thy most holy gospel. Amen.”

Show Notes: 

• "Requiem" by Enzalla
• "Psalm 59" in the Genevan Psalter
• "Resolution" by Caleb Fincher

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"When Once I Mourned a Load of Sin" Written by Charles Spurgeon; Arranged and Performed by Heath Walton

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IN THIS EPISODE: "When Once I Mourned a Load of Sin" by Charles Spurgeon (1834-1892)

He noticed the strange young man, and fastening his eyes on him, he said, “Young man, you look very miserable and you will always be miserable, in life, in death and in eternity, if you don’t obey the text.” Lifting his hands, raising his voice in true Primitive Methodist fervor, he shouted, “Young man, look to Jesus. Look and He will save you this moment. You have nothing to do but to look and live.” 

Show Notes: 

• "When Once I Mourned a Load of Sin" by Heath Walton https://bit.ly/3MyKUhi
• "North" by Roger Gabalda
• "The Wound Between Us" by Cory Alstad

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IN THIS EPISODE: "We Rest on Thee, Our Shield and Our Defender" by Edith G. Cherry (1872-1897)

"He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose." —Jim Elliot

Show Notes: 

• "Under the Shadow of the Almighty" by Elizabeth Elliot
• "We Rest on Thee" by 20Schemes Music
• "Something Greater" by Caleb Fincher
• "Poco" by Roo Walker

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IN THIS EPISODE: Excerpts from my interview with John Snyder, Pastor of Christ Church New Albany and Director of Media Gratiae. 

Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/59wKlnL0k1Y

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IN THIS EPISODE: "Just As I Am" by Charlotte Elliott (1789-1871)

When I first read it to her, I had no sooner finished than she said very earnestly: ‘That is the very thing for me.’ At least ten times that day she asked me to repeat it, and every morning from that day until her death.

Show Notes: 

• "Edge of Silence" by Alan Spiljack
• "Light Blue" by Alan Spiljack
• "Just As I Am" by Sounds Like Reign (flute intro)
• "Adagio" by Roo Walker
• "Just As I Am" performed by Metropolitan Tabernacle

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IN THIS EPISODE: "Just As I Am" by Charlotte Eliott (1789-1871)

Has the Lord ever used a hymn to bring you comfort in times of suffering, affliction, or tragedy? I found this moving account of how the hymn "Just As I Am" was a balm for affliction in the life of a humble, nameless family. 

Show Notes: 

• "Just As I Am" performed by Amanda Bush
• "Hemel" by Sjors Mans

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