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.

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.

Then Sings My Soul

Author: Amy K. Sorrells
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers
ISBN: 1496426177
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 365

Book Description
1904, Chudniv, Ukraine. Playing hide-and-seek in bucolic fields of sunflowers, young Jakob never imagines the horrific secrets he will carry as he and his brother escape through genocide-ridden Eastern Europe. 1994, South Haven, Michigan. At age 94, time is running out for any hope that Jakob can be free from his burden of guilt. When Jakob's wife dies, he and his daughter, Nel, are forced to face the realities of his worsening dementia--including a near-naked, midnight jaunt down the middle of main street--as well as emerging shadows Nel had no idea lay beneath her father's beloved, curmudgeonly ways. While Nel navigates the restoration and sale of Jakob's dilapidated lake house, her high school sweetheart shows up in town, along with unexpected correspondence from Ukraine. And when she discovers a mysterious gemstone in Jakob's old lapidary room, Jakob's condition worsens as he begins having flashbacks about his baby sister from nearly a century past. As father and daughter race against time to discover the truth behind Jackob's fragmented memories, the God they have both been running from shows that he redeems not only broken years, but also the future.

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!

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."--

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.

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.

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.

Getty Kids Hymnal - Family Hymn Sing

Author: Keith Getty
Publisher: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation
ISBN: 9781540044327
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 24

Book Description
(Sacred Folio). Family Hymn Sing is the third in the "Getty Kids Hymnal" series which exists to help children learn the Christian faith through singing. With kid-friendly arrangements recorded by the Gettys' band of Irish and American virtuosos and sung by kids, this collection features songs the whole family can sing together! Titles include: All Creatures of Our God & King * Crown Him with Many Crowns * This Is My Father's World * Power in the Blood * His Mercy Is More * Jesus Paid It All * O! For a Thousand Tongues to Sing * He Will Hold Me Fast * In Christ Alone/I Stand Amazed (How Marvelous) * How Great Thou Art * Be Thou My Vision * What Wondrous Love Is This?