Then Sings My Soul Special Edition

Author: Robert J. Morgan
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
ISBN: 1400336406
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 321

Book Description
In this special seasonal edition, bestselling author Robert J. Morgan shares the incredible stories behind traditional holiday hymns of faith, including Christmas, Easter, and more. Is there a festive season of the year that is complete without one of your favorite hymns? Not only do hymns connect you to great memories, but they also reveal the faith of those who lived throughout history. As Robert Morgan explored the stories behind some of the best-loved hymns, he found fascinating accounts of tribulations, triumphs, struggles, and hope—ordinary people who connected with God in amazing ways, sharing their experiences through song. Included inside this special edition are: 150 devotional-style stories with the words and music to each hymn Includes hymns for holidays including Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving, and more Jagged edged paper, giving it a classic feel Includes a complete hymn index by title, first line, and songwriter Perfect for use as a daily devotional, teaching illustration, or for song leaders and music ministers Discover the inspiration behind your favorite hymns. Find new favorites as you relate to the people whose walk of faith led them to write these classic songs of praise. Share these stories with your family, friends, and church, and find more depth and meaning as you worship God through song.

Come Let Us Adore Him

Author: Robert J. Morgan
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
ISBN: 1418561398
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 129

Book Description
Rob Morgan's unmistakable talent for storytelling continues as he reacquaints people with the Christmas hymns that are so true to the tradition of Christmas. In Come Let Us Adore Him, Rob shares his historical findings about these great hymns, their writers and composers, and other nuggets that engage readers more deeply in the beloved music of the Christmas season.

Stories Behind the Hymns That Inspire America

Author: Ace Collins
Publisher: Zondervan
ISBN: 0310866855
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 216

Book Description
From the moment the pilgrims landed on the shores of the New World, to the dark days following September 11, songs of faith have inspired, comforted, and rallied our beloved country. Stories Behind the Hymns That Inspire America describes the people, places, and events that have shaped the heart and soul of America. The stories behind these songs will fascinate you and bring new meaning and richness to special spiritual moments in the history of our nation. Discover how:§ “Faith of Our Fathers,” sung at Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s funeral, had its roots not with the pilgrims but with a Catholic fighting for the right to worship freely in Anglican England§ World events, from the downing of Flight 007 in Russian airspace to Desert Storm and September 11, propelled Lee Greenwood’s “God Bless the U.S.A.” § The author of “Battle Hymn of the Republic” lived the words “His truth is marching on” until the day she died§ Combining African rhythms and southern folk melodies, slaves brought Bible truths to life with songs such as “Roll, Jordan, Roll”The songs in this book have energized movements, illuminated dark paths, commemorated historic events, taken the message of freedom and faith across this nation and beyond, healed broken spirits, and righted wrongs. Their stories will make you proud of your heritage as you realize anew that in America, even one voice can make a lasting influence.

101 Hymn Stories

Author: Kenneth W. Osbeck
Publisher: Kregel Publications
ISBN: 9780825493270
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 292

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

Amazing Grace

Author: Kenneth W. Osbeck
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780825438998
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
A fresh cover for a classic book--over 300,000 in print!

Then Sings My Soul Book 3

Author: Robert J. Morgan
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
ISBN: 0849949726
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 318

Book Description
In the third volume of his bestselling series, Pastor Robert Morgan expands his material to include the great history of worship, the first biblical hymns, biographical sketches of the most interesting composers, and almost 60 generations of hymn singing. In 2003, Robert Morgan released what would become a future classic for over a million readers: a unique book entitled Then Sings My Soul. This collection of the world’s greatest hymns and the stories behind them stirred an entire generation to better understand the heritage of our faith through song. Now, in the third volume of this series, Morgan expands his material to include: The fascinating history of worship from ancient times to contemporary praise Almost 60 generations of hymn singing Biographical sketches of the most interesting composers Hymn index for easy reference Then Sings My Soul: Book 3 also includes a collection of the greatest hymns you’ve never heard, with lead-sheets included. All of this is in addition to even more standard hymns and the stories of the composers behind them. Morgan’s conclusion guides the reader into enjoying all of God’s music, blending the old and the new into a symphony of praise that keeps the worship alive for a new generation.

Be Still, My Soul

Author: Randy Petersen
Publisher: Tyndale House Pub
ISBN: 1414379722
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 401

Book Description
"Be Still, My Soul is a collection of 175 of the most popular hymns and the stories behind them. Many hymns were the result of incredible life experiences- from the heart cry of a repentant slave trader to the renewed hope of a survivor of attempted suicide. In this devotional you will experience the passion and joy contained in these melodies."--

12 Stories of Christmas

Author: Robert J. Morgan
Publisher: Thomas Nelson Inc
ISBN: 0718011961
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 257

Book Description
For the past twelve years, Pastor Robert Morgan has written only one short fiction story each year - an original work he shares with his church on Christmas Eve. Six of the stories were originally published in 2010 under the title The Nativity collection; now with a new cover and six new stories, the entire collection of twelve is available. You'll meet a shy, bookish boy who finds himself center stage in a Christmas pageant, a family whose car full of presents and groceries disappears, and a mountain man trapped in a blizzard with his twelve year old grandson. You'll meet characters you feel you've known your whole life who'll make you laugh one minute and cry the next.

I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings

Author: Maya Angelou
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 030747772X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 289

Book Description
Here is a book as joyous and painful, as mysterious and memorable, as childhood itself. I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings captures the longing of lonely children, the brute insult of bigotry, and the wonder of words that can make the world right. Maya Angelou’s debut memoir is a modern American classic beloved worldwide. Sent by their mother to live with their devout, self-sufficient grandmother in a small Southern town, Maya and her brother, Bailey, endure the ache of abandonment and the prejudice of the local “powhitetrash.” At eight years old and back at her mother’s side in St. Louis, Maya is attacked by a man many times her age—and has to live with the consequences for a lifetime. Years later, in San Francisco, Maya learns that love for herself, the kindness of others, her own strong spirit, and the ideas of great authors (“I met and fell in love with William Shakespeare”) will allow her to be free instead of imprisoned. Poetic and powerful, I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings will touch hearts and change minds for as long as people read. “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings liberates the reader into life simply because Maya Angelou confronts her own life with such a moving wonder, such a luminous dignity.”—James Baldwin From the Paperback edition.

The Stories of Hymns

Author: Fr. George William Rutler
Publisher: Sophia Institute Press
ISBN: 1682780244
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 337

Book Description
Hymns are more than beautiful musical compositions; they provide us with a heightened language for praising and speaking to God, all while teaching us theology that reflects both the depth and complexity of Our Lord. Sacred hymns in our day have given way to “fifth-rate poetry set to fourth-rate music,” as C.S. Lewis once remarked. At times, the music used in worship can make us feel as though the culture is usurping the Church rather than being transfigured by it. There is a clear and present need to resurrect those distinctively different songs with a distinctively different vocabulary for people who want to live distinctive lives as followers of Christ. In these pages, Fr. George William Rutler introduces and reflects upon dozens of the greatest hymns written from the earliest years of the Church through the Twentieth Century. The text and composition of each hymn is included, as well as inspiring accounts of their authors and composers, fascinating stories and historical events connected with them, and notes on the significant contributions each one made to theology and music. Fr. Rutler has recovered here a rich musical legacy that will help us to give glory to our God who is Lord of all.