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  • And Can it Be?

    “And Can it Be?” was written by Charles Wesley in 1738. There are several different tunes used for this song, but the most well-known is probably SAGINA, written by Thomas Cambell.

  • Amazing Grace

    “Amazing Grace” is one of the most popular hymns to ever be written. If you ask even a non-religious person to name a hymn, it will most likely be “Amazing Grace”. Written by John Newton in 1773, the hymn was put to a popular tune by William Walker in 1835. A final verse was also…

  • At the Cross

    The hymn, “At the Cross” was written by Isaac Watts in, and a refrain and tune were added in 1885 by Ralph Hudson. The words are also used in the hymn “Alas! And Did My Savior Bleed,” though without the chorus.

  • He Who Would Valiant Be

    The hymn “He Who Would Valiant Be,” (also known as “To Be A Pilgrim”) was written by John Bunyan in 1684. John Bunyan is most well-known for his allegory, “The Pilgrim’s Progress,” which has influenced many people over the years. The original words to “He Who Would Valiant Be” were found in Part 2 of…

  • Psalm 119

    Psalm 119 is most well-known for being the longest chapter—as well as the longest psalm—in the Bible. However, many people look over this psalm because of its length, and its meaning is often missed. Today, I’m going to show you the beautiful design of Psalm 119, as well as how we can use its message…

  • Something for Thee

    “Something for Thee” (also sometimes called “Something for Jesus”) is a hymn that you may have never heard of. Written by Sylvanus D. Phelps in 1862, its tune was composed by Robert Lowry, who wrote tunes to several renowned hymns.

  • It is Well With My Soul

    “It is Well With My Soul” is a hymn that has been well-known and beloved for many years. In fact, it’s one of my personal favorites (though I do have quite a few “personal favorites”). The lyrics were written by Horatio G. Spafford, and the music was composed by Philip Bliss.

  • My Savior

    The hymn, “My Savior,” (also known as “I Am Not Skilled to Understand) was written by Dora Greenwell, an English poet who lived from 1821-1882. The lyrics were set to music by William J. Kirkpatrick, a more well-known name among hymn writers and composers.