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November 9 PRAISE THE SAVIORThomas Kelly, 1769–1854In Him we were also chosen, having been predestined according to the plan of Him who works out everything in conformity with the purpose of His will, in order that we, who were the first to hope in Christ, might be for the praise of His glory. (Ephesians 1:11,Continue reading “Amazing Grace: 366 Hymn Stories”

November 8 MAY JESUS CHRIST BE PRAISEDGerman hymn, c. 1800Translated by Edward Caswall, 1814–1878I will extol the Lord at all times: His praise will always be on my lips. (Psalm 34:1)Forms of worship services vary according to the cultural backgrounds, personalities, and traditions of the believers. Some Christians feel that true worship is best achievedContinue reading “Amazing Grace: 366 Hymn Stories”

November 7 FOR ALL THE SAINTSWilliam How, 1823–1897Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race that is marked out for us. (Hebrews 12:1)Someone has described a “saint” as anyContinue reading “Amazing Grace: 366 Hymn Stories”

November 6 I SING THE MIGHTY POWER OF GODIsaac Watts, 1674–1748, with alterations by othersHe shall have dominion also from sea to sea, and from the rivers unto the ends of the earth. (Psalm 72:8 KJV)Isaac Watts, the father of English hymnody, had a fervent concern about the dismal state of congregational singing that hadContinue reading “Amazing Grace: 366 Hymn Stories”

November 5 PRAISE, MY SOUL, THE KING OF HEAVENHenry F. Lyte, 1793–1847Praise the Lord, all His works everywhere in His dominion. Praise the Lord, O my soul. (Psalm 103:22)The Christian life that is joyless is a discredit to God and a disgrace to itself.—Maltbie D. BabcockA life of praise and an inner joy and contentmentContinue reading “Amazing Grace: 366 Hymn Stories”