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October 21 FIGHT THE GOOD FIGHT WITH ALL THY MIGHTJohn S. B. Monsell, 1811–1875Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called when you made your good confession in the presence of many witnesses. (1 Timothy 6:12)As Christians, one of our chief characteristics should be courage,Continue reading “Amazing Grace: 366 Hymn Stories”

October 20 THE SON OF GOD GOES FORTH TO WARReginald Heber, 1783–1826Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong. (1 Corinthians 16:13)This text was written in 1812 by Reginald Heber, an important 19th century Anglican church hymn writer. Heber wrote it especially for use on St. Stephen’s Day,Continue reading “Amazing Grace: 366 Hymn Stories”

October 19 AM I A SOLDIER OF THE CROSS?Isaac Watts, 1674–1748Endure hardship with us like a good solder of Christ Jesus. No one serving as a soldier gets involved in civilian affairs—he wants to please his commanding officer. (2 Timothy 2:3, 4)The Church founded by Christ has been built on the blood of martyrs. ItContinue reading “Amazing Grace: 366 Hymn Stories”

October 18 WHO IS ON THE LORD’S SIDE?Frances R. Havergal, 1836–1879… offer yourselves to God, as those who have been brought from death to life; and offer the parts of your body to Him as instruments of righteousness. (Romans 6:13)As Christians, we are to take our places in God’s army and not be ashamed toContinue reading “Amazing Grace: 366 Hymn Stories”

October 17 MY SOUL, BE ON THY GUARDGeorge Heath, 1750–1822Therefore I do not run like a man running aimlessly; I do not fight like a man beating the air. I beat my body and make it my slave so that after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified for the prize.Continue reading “Amazing Grace: 366 Hymn Stories”