This past Sunday during worship service, I realized how very little I pay attention to the words of the old hymns that we sing. If you listen and focus on the words, you'll quickly discover the richness, beauty and comfort found in the songs written long ago. Might I encourage you to make hymn-singing part of your daily morning devotions? It might feel a bit strange at first to sing outloud by yourself (!), but keep at it. The depth and truth found in the words will have you often pausing to praise, thank or repent before the Lord! Besides that, you may also find yourself humming bits and pieces of the tune throughout the day which is a great help in staying heavenly-minded -
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We are going to do a study of Hymns in the Church for music class this year in our home school. I'm looking forward to learning as much as my children!
Ruth, PA
Ruth,
That sounds like a wonderful idea! Would you mind sharing how you're going to go about it - what resources or books? If you don't want to share here, would you mind sending me an e-mail at thedrucks@netzero.com?
Blessings,
Julie
I agree. The words of the old hymns are beautiful and powerful. Sadly, in our Christian culture today we've pretty much thrown away the old hymns in favor of worship choruses. I don't have a problem with worship choruses, but I have come to love the old hymns even more. My very favorite is one called Day by Day. If you can find it in your hymnbook, you will love the words.
Blessings,
Patti
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