Lo! An angel loud proclaiming, With the gospel of good news, To all kindred, tongue and people, “Fear the Lord, give glory due!” Proclamation to each nation of the hour of judgment near;
Author: Irene Bennett
Gallery BIRTH & DEATH b: 14 May 1754; Grafton, Massachusettsd: 14 January 1841; Adams, Massachusetts EDUCATION Largely in part due to Bible reading HIGHLIGHTS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS Wrote about 2 dozen hymns, some reprinted 500 times in American collections, and other texts continued in use into the 20th century Played a substantial part in the molding of the…
‘The most important hymnwriter among Baptists in America in the eighteenth century was John Leland.’ (Music and Richardson, 2008) But John Leland, the original writer of ‘O When Shall I See Jesus’, was not only a hymn writer. He was also one of the leading Baptist ministers and evangelists during his time. One of the…
“I’m a Pilgrim and I’m a Stranger” was a written by a woman who’s life was beset with tragedies; she lost sister, brother, son, and husband in the span of a few years. Instead of getting depressed and hopeless, she turned her attention to prayer and writing and with her words inspired many others. She…
Gallery BIRTH & DEATH b: 15 February 1810; Beaufort, South Carolinad: 8 February 1883; Nacogdoches, Texas EDUCATION In Charleston, she was educated by the Misses Ramsay, the daughters of Dr. David Ramsay, the historian, and granddaughters, on the maternal side, of John Laurens, who figured conspicuously in the early history of the American Revolution. The…
George Beverly Shea (1909–2013), born in Winchester, Ontario, was a beloved gospel singer best known for his long-time collaboration with evangelist Billy Graham. Trained by musically gifted parents, Shea’s voice became a hallmark of 20th-century evangelical crusades. His ministry began at Moody Bible Institute and expanded globally through radio. A Grammy winner and Gospel Music Hall of Fame inductee, Shea’s powerful solos prepared hearts for the gospel message at Billy Graham’s crusades for decades.
John Newton (1725–1807), once a slave trader turned evangelical minister, is best known as the author of Amazing Grace. Deeply influenced by his devout mother, Newton’s dramatic conversion during a storm at sea led to his ordination in the Church of England and his active role in the abolition movement. As a preacher, hymn writer (Olney Hymns, 1779), and mentor to William Wilberforce, his legacy shaped both church music and social reform in Britain.
Amazing Grace has gone on to become one of the most powerful songs in the world and a favorite hymn for many because it offers up a universal message of hope and redemption. Some people argue that part of the huge appeal of the hymn is the incredible backstory that brought it to life. John…
This inspiring hymn was written by a wealthy business man and musician who realized that God was all the world to Him. In turn, he dedicated his life to writing only sacred music. As a result, his hymns, particularly Softly and Tenderly, ministered to thousands of people. Even the famous evangelist Dwight Moody wished at…