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May 5FAIREST LORD JESUS!Text from Münster Gesangbuch, 16774th verse translated by Joseph A. Seiss, 1823–1904For by Him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things were created by Him and for Him. (Colossians 1:16)This lovely hymn extolling the beauty andContinue reading “Amazing Grace: 366 Hymn Stories”

May 4JOYFUL, JOYFUL, WE ADORE THEEHenry van Dyke, 1852–1933But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy … against such things there is no law. (Galatians 5:22)While gazing at the magnificent Berkshire mountains of Massachusetts, Henry van Dyke described in “Joyful, Joyful,” the many aspects of life that should bring us joy. He insisted thatContinue reading “Amazing Grace: 366 Hymn Stories”

May 3ALL CREATURES OF OUR GOD AND KINGFrancis of Assisi, 1182–1226English Translation by William Draper, 1855–1933All Thy works shall praise Thee, O Lord; and Thy saints shall bless Thee. They shall speak of the glory of Thy kingdom, and talk of Thy power. (Psalm 145:10, 11)All the magnificent wonders of nature reveal the majesty ofContinue reading “Amazing Grace: 366 Hymn Stories”

May 2THIS IS MY FATHER’S WORLDMaltbie D. Babcock, 1858–1901The Lord loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of His unfailing love. (Psalm 33:5)Even though we are constantly reminded of the violence, tragedy, and ugliness in today’s world, we can still rejoice that the beauty of nature all around is ours to enjoy. Who canContinue reading “Amazing Grace: 366 Hymn Stories”

May 1THE SPACIOUS FIRMAMENTJoseph Addison, 1672–1719The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands. (Psalm 19:1)The month of May is generally regarded as the most beautiful month of the year. March winds and April showers have done their work, and now the earth is attired in all of itsContinue reading “Amazing Grace: 366 Hymn Stories”