Lifespring! HymnStories

Bringing a new appreciation for the great hymns of the Christian faith by telling the stories behind the hymns. Hosted by Steve Webb.

Lifespring! HymnStories 13 “The Solid Rock”

The story behind this wonderful old hymn is one of giving to a friend in need. You’ll enjoy the story, and this new rendition. Strangely Looking Forward Daniel’s Window Cul De Sac Records Buy at iTunes Music Store Buy at Napster Buy at RealNetworks / Rhapsody Buy at eMusic Download “The Solid Rock” (MP3, 192kbps)…

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Lifespring! HymnStories 13 “The Solid Rock”

The story behind this wonderful old hymn is one of giving to a friend in need. You’ll enjoy the story, and this new rendition. Strangely Looking Forward Daniel’s Window Cul De Sac Records Buy at iTunes Music Store Buy at Napster Buy at RealNetworks / Rhapsody Buy at eMusic Download “The Solid Rock” (MP3, 192kbps)…

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Lifespring! HymnStories 12 “What A Friend We Have In Jesus”

The author of this hymn was well acquainted with heartbreat and tragedy. Listen to hear his story. Music on the show: David Neubauer’s CD “Sweet and Sacred” What A Friend We Have In Jesus Lyrics: Joseph M. Scriven Music: Charles C. Converse What a friend we have in Jesus, All our sins and griefs to…

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Lifespring! HymnStories 11 “Amazing Grace”

Amazing Grace is possibly the best known and most performed hymn ever written. Listen to this show to learn about its author, and the writing of this beloved song. Music on the show: Leon Siu and David Kahiapo of Aloha Ke Akua. The CD is Slack Key Praise. Chelsie Boyd Amazing Grace John Newton Amazing…

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Lifespring! HymnStories 10 “O For A Thousand Tongues To Sing”

Special thanks to: Robert J. Morgan, author of Then Sings My Soul, the source material for this podcast. Heidi Henninger, Worship Director and pianist at the LifeSpring! church in Riverside, CA. O For A Thousand Tongues To Sing 1739 Lyrics: Charles Wesley Music: Carl G. Gl?ser Arr.: Heidi Henninger O for a thousand tongues to…

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Lifespring! HymnStories 9 “This Is My Father’s World”

“This Is My Fathers’s World” was written by a wonderfully gifted young man. You’ll wonder how he had time to write when you hear his story! This Is My Father’s World Maltbie D. Babcock This is my Father’s world, and to my listening ears all nature sings, and round me rings the music of the…

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Lifespring! HymnStories 8 “Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty”

The story behind the 1826 hymn “Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord God Almighty”. Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty! Lyrics: Reginald Heber Music: John B. Dykes Holy, holy, holy! Lord God Almighty! Early in the morning our song shall rise to Thee; Holy, holy, holy, merciful and mighty! God in three Persons, bless?d Trinity! Holy, holy,…

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Lifespring! HymnStories 7 “Praise Ye The Lord – The Almighty”

The backstory behind the 1680 hymn “Praise Ye The Lord – The Almighty”. There’s a very interesting twist to this story that will surprise you! Special thanks to Robert J. Morgan for the use of his book, “Then Sings My Soul”. Music: Jilleen…”Praise To The Lord” Praise To The Lord – The Almighty Lyrics: Joachim…

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Lifespring! HymnStories 6 “Blessed Assurance”

The story of the great Fanny Crosby’s moving “Blessed Assurance”. Music Matt Brady…”Blessed Assurance” ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

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A special edition…

A regular edition of the HymnStories show will be out later this week, but I thought you would like to hear this interview with Mr. George Beverly Shea… A full show today! Introducing the Earthlink Challenge, great music and a conversation with a shining star…   Guest George Beverly Shea of the Billy Graham Evangelistic…

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