Written during the darkest hour of the American Civil War, this hymn is based on the twenty-third Psalm. Listen to the show for the author’s own account of its writing. Music on the show: The London Fox Singers “He Leadeth Me” (mp3) from “Hymn styles – Praise Ensemble” (Classic Fox Records) Buy at Napster More…
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I’m back with some fine, fine music! Cantinero…”Lights Went Out” Dean Krippaehne Composer…”Don’t You Worry” Vocal Missi Hale Fire By Night…”I Am Not For Me” Kiron Music…”Tell Me Why” Vocal…Michaela Foster March The Season…”One In A Million” Catriona…”Angel On Your Shoulder” Alice Project…”I’m Having A Great Day”
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Where’s The Evidence? I was recently having a fatherly discussion with one of my sons…whose identity will remain anonymous for reasons that will soon become crystal clear. At times the discussion became, shall we say, animated. You see, report cards came out in the weekend mail. Listen to the show to hear the rest… What…
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I love baseball. I can remember sitting on my grandfather’s lap, watching the new team in town on the black and white television set, the Los Angeles Dodgers, and listening to to the great Vin Scully as he masterfully called every play. Back then hall of famer Walter Alston was the manager of the Dodgers….
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A new and different kind of show today. We have to mix it up once in a while, right? 🙂 Today I tell four stories, and connect them with songs. The four stories are entitled “This Is Good”, “Tug of War”, “The Refiner’s Fire”, and “When I Say, ‘I Am A Christian.’” Today’s Music Kerri…
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Troubles within the church inspired this stirring hymn. Listen to the show for the whole story, and a great rendition of the song. Today’s Music Worship Service Resources James Morrison “The Church’s One Foundation” (mp3) from “James Morrison: Gospel Collection Volume Two” (Classic Fox Records) Buy at eMusic Buy at Rhapsody Buy at Napster Buy…
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“Welcome to Lifespring, 007. Today, we’re reviewing the successful extrication from South Korea, of a kidnapped child, whose own mother participated in the stealth operation. It’s a story of unknown informants, web 2.0 social networks, computer hacking, government conflicts…even dreams from God. Yes, 007, if you listen closely, you’ll learn of a mother’s despair, her…
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Set your TiVo or other DVR device for Monday, March 31, 2008! ABC’s Good Morning America will be interviewing Mark Miller, founder of the AAFLC, and guest on Lifespring! 156. He’s helped to recover an abducted boy in South Korea. He’ll be interviewed sometime between 7 a.m. and 8 a.m., according to the schedule they’ve…
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We’re blowing it, friends. “Outsiders” don’t think very highly of us. According to the book “unChristian”, we are looked upon with skepticism and suspicion. Ouch. Here’s a link to the book: unChristian: What a New Generation Really Thinks about Christianity… and Why It Matters Listen to the show for what I think might just be…
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Fanny Crosby was one of the most prolific hymn writers the church has seen. This song is part of one of the most gratifying experiences of her life. Listen to the show to hear the story. Rescue The Perishing Lyrics: Fanny J. Crosby Music: William H. Doane Rescue the perishing, care for the dying, snatch…
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