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There has been a ton of exciting things that have happened during the break and I can't wait for you to hear about it all. As we come back to finish this first season strong, we are beginning this new year with looking at vision. Dig in with us as we explore "Be Thou My Vision" and the beautifully woven theology and devotion found within its lyrics.

"Be Thou My Vision" performed by Nathan Drake (Reawaken Hymns)

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One of my most favorite poems, turned Christmas carol, is "Christmas Bells" by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. If you have only heard the song you may know it as "I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day". I hope you enjoy this reading of such a timeless poem. Merry Christmas everyone and have a Happy New Year!!! 

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I couldn't let this festive season pass by without talking a little bit about my favorite time of year! We explore three carols in this Christmas special: Angels We Have Heard on High, What Child Is This? and Go! Tell It on the Mountain. I hope you enjoy this Christmas season as much as I do. Have a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

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What was meant to be a children's song has become one of the most recognized hymns across denominational lines! Listen as we explore the depths of this amazing hymn and an unusual story that comes alongside it.

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25 words, just 25 words. Known to many around the world today as “The Doxology,” comprise what is likely the single best-known verse of all Christian hymnody. This “Doxology” is cherished by so many different countries and languages. Yet few know the story behind these words and even fewer know of the life of their composer.

Come listen and learn about the story behind one of the most powerful hymn verses of all time. Almost 350 years old and still moving peoples' hearts. Thank you as always for listening! 

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What do you do when you have more to say, but don't want to add more time to your regular podcast? MAKE A BONUS EPISODE!!!  Enjoy this short mini episode as we talk to those Watts-like, non-conformist, worship leaders out there.

This one's for you worship leaders...well, it's for everyone else too, but definitely for you. Thanks for listening!

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I cannot think of a hymn that so perfectly captures the aguish and the beauty of the cross quite like "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross" by Isaac Watts. Watts is one of my most favorite hymn writers. Not just because he writes great hymns, but for the fact that he helped revolutionize church music for his day and beyond. 

I sit down with one of my most favorite people as well, my pastor, Tim Armstrong, and talk about this amazing hymn and hymn writer and what draws us both so much to love his words and music. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it! 

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As one of the greatest lyrical songs in all of hymnody, "The Love of God" stands apart from many. Frederick M. Lehman's hymn is astoundingly beautiful in its use of language and yet even with its amazing imagery it calls itself out for not being able to truly expound upon the vastness of God's love for us.

In this episode I explore the story and then get to talk about this hymn's powerful words and rich poetry with my brother, Matt Peavyhouse. He gives great insight into this hymn and its picturesque presentation of the gospel to each of us. I had a great time getting to sit and talk with him and I hope you'll enjoy it too! As always, thanks for listening.

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This week we dive into a hymn that is perfect for what many around our area here are dealing with. In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, it can be hard to trust God or even know that he is there. Let the words of this song, the story of the author behind it, and my family's story help you see just how God is always working. Even in the midst of tragedy God provides and is there for you. I hope this episode brings you comfort and helps fix your eyes on the author and perfecter of our faith, Jesus!

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This week we conclude our look at "Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee" written by Henry van Dyke. In this second of our two-part series, we explore the call of this song on us as Christ followers. Who are made to be? Who is this God we are worshiping? Why are we called to worship? And what do we do about it? We bookend this episode with a beautiful quote from Van Dyke himself. “For the long breath, the deep breath, the breath of a heart without care—I will give thanks and adore thee, God of the open air!”

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