Hymns are “important in the history of ideas, the formation of culture, and the inner life of individual readers,” J. R. Watson reminds us in this time when the disciplines of hymn writing and singing ...

Not long ago a radio speaker declared that a good Bible hour is better than a dozen sermons. One may be justified in saying also that a good evangelical hymn is better than much of the preaching one ...

William Cowper was an English poet and hymn writer known for his deep, emotional hymns that touched the hearts of many. His most well-known hymns, like God Moves in a Mysterious Way were later set to ...

John Mason Neale was best known for his work in church music. He wrote and translated many hymns that are still sung today. His music had deep spiritual meaning and a gentle, peaceful tone. Some of ...

SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — Officials of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints recently announced the upcoming release of "Hymns--for Home and Church." The consolidated collection of 450 to 500 ...

Why it's a good choice: Ideal for baptisms and weddings, this ever popular children’s hymn reminds us of the greatness of God, the Creator. A popular hymn for children hymn and well-known by two ...

%27In Christ Alone%27 a favorite new hymn with youth Gettys write songs as lasting testament They want their music to connect with souls NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Most songwriters in Nashville want to get ...

Gospel music and faith have long been a part of Black culture in the U.S. From hymns that would be sung on slavery fields to anthems of the civil rights movement, gospel has been there. Adeerya ...