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March 14STANDING ON THE PROMISESWords and Music by R. Kelso Carter, 1849–1928For all the promises of God in Him are yea, and in Him Amen, unto the glory of God by us. (2 Corinthians 1:20 KJV)All of us have times in life when a crisis or problem seems larger than we can possibly bear, andContinue reading “Amazing Grace: 366 Hymn Stories”

March 13YIELD NOT TO TEMPTATIONWords and Music by Horatio R. Palmer, 1834–1907Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. (Matthew 26:41)Temptations are common to everyone, even mature Christians. The noblest souls are often the ones most tempted. It seems that Satan assaults Christians in positions of leadership with his strongest weapons. Therefore,Continue reading “Amazing Grace: 366 Hymn Stories”

March 12I WOULD BE TRUEHoward A. Walter, 1883–1918I have chosen the way of truth; I have set my heart on Your laws. (Psalm 119:30)The yearning to achieve a trustworthy, strong, brave yet humble character is an unusual goal for a young person, especially in today’s self-seeking and materialistic society. The text for “I Would BeContinue reading “Amazing Grace: 366 Hymn Stories”

March 11DARE TO BE A DANIELWords and Music by Philip P. Bliss, 1838–1876But Daniel resolved not to defile himself… (Daniel 1:8)Doubt sees the obstacles—Faith sees the way.Doubt sees the darkest night—Faith sees the day.Doubt dreads to take a step—Faith soars on high.Doubt questions, “Who believes?”—Faith answers, “I.”—UnknownThe book of Daniel is really a textbook ofContinue reading “Amazing Grace: 366 Hymn Stories”

March 10SHEPHERD OF EAGER YOUTHClement of Alexandria, c. 170–c. 220Translated by Henry Martyn Dexter, 1821–1890Remember your Creator in the days of your youth, before the days of trouble come and the years approach when you will say, “I find no pleasure in them!” (Ecclesiastes 12:1)Someone cried, “Where must the seed be sown to bring theContinue reading “Amazing Grace: 366 Hymn Stories”