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Charles Albert Tindley (1851-1933), Grandfather of Gospel Music CHARLES ALBERT TINDLEYborn July 7, 1851, Berlin, Marylanddied July 26, 1933, Philadelphia, Pennsylvaniaburied Philadelphia, Pennsylvania It is Thomas A. Dorsey (1899-1993), composer of “Precious Lord” and “There Will Be Peace in the Valley,” who is known as the “Father of Gospel Music.” But if that is true,Continue reading “Charles A. Tindley, 1851–1933”

August 2 NOTHING BETWEENWords and music by Charles A. Tindley, 1851–1933If our hearts do not condemn us, we have confidence before God and receive from Him anything we ask, because we obey His commands and do what pleases Him. (1 John 3:21, 22)Born to slave parents and separated from them when only five years ofContinue reading “Amazing Grace: 366 Hymn Stories”

August 1 I AM THINE, O LORDFanny J. Crosby, 1820–1915Let us draw near to God with a sincere heart in full assurance of faith. (Hebrews 10:22)Each new day requires a fresh renewal of our dedication to the Lord. The strongest of Christians can be drawn away by the pressures of daily living. And we areContinue reading “Amazing Grace: 366 Hymn Stories”

August 1.I Am Thine, O Lord2.Nothing Between3.My Jesus, As Thou Wilt!4.Break Thou the Bread of Life5.Open My Eyes, That I May See6.I Would Be Like Jesus7.I Want a Principle Within8.Teach Me Thy Way, O Lord9.Take the World, But Give Me Jesus10.Nearer, Still Nearer11.Thy Word Have I Hid in My Heart12.Deeper and Deeper13.Jesus, I My CrossContinue reading “Amazing Grace: 366 Hymn Stories”

July 31 I’VE GOT PEACE LIKE A RIVERSpiritualThe Lord gives strength to His people; the Lord blesses His people with peace. (Psalm 29:11)Not merely in the words you say,Not merely in your deeds confessed,But in the most unconscious wayIs Christ expressed.And from your eyes He beckons me,And from your heart His love is shed,Till IContinue reading “Amazing Grace: 366 Hymn Stories”