Book Review: Darwin Finds Freedom
Darwin Finds Freedom Author: Nicole Lisa Schrader Illustrator: H. C. Ward Genre: Children’s book Forced to flee for his life, Darwin searches for the Free Mice from Grandfather’s stories. But will they accept a scaredy-mouse…
Hymn Story: Out of the Depths I Cry to You
Out of the Depths I Cry to You is inspired by Psalm 130. The hymn was written by reformer Martin Luther. Luther was born in 1483, became an Augustinian monk in 1505 and ordained priest…
Hymn Story: Praise, Praise His Name
Praise, Praise His Name was written by Fanny Crosby. The hymn is often referred to by its first line “On the desert mountain straying.” Crosby became blind at a very young age but became a…
Song Story: It took a Miracle
John W. Peterson wrote the hymn “It Took a Miracle” in 1948. Peterson was born on November 1, 1921 and died on September 20, 2006. He wrote over 1,000 songs and thirty-five cantatas throughout the…
Song Story: My God and I
George Beverly Shea released “My God and I” in 1959 on the album “In the Garden.” I’ve been unable to find any additional information about who the composer of this song is.
Song Story: If You Know the Lord
George Beverly Shea performed the song “If You Know the Lord.” He released the song in 1954. The song was written by Bickley Reichner (1905-1989). I’ve been able to find no additional information on the…
Hymn Story: All That Thrills My Soul is Jesus
“All that Thrills My Soul is Jesus” was written by Thoro Harris. Harris was born on March 31, 1874 in Washington, D.C. He produced is first hymnal in 1902 while living in Boston, MA. Throughout…
Book Review: In This Moment
Gabrielle Meyer has another hit with her newest release “In This Moment.” If you enjoyed “When the Day Comes” you’ll love this book. Maggie lives three separate lives. In 1861, Maggie is the daughter of…
Hymn Story: Rise Up, O Men of God
William Pierson Merrill wrote “Rise up, O Men of God!” in 1911. Merrill was born on January 10, 1867 in Orange, New Jersey. He was ordained in 1890 and attended seminary working his way up…
Hymn Story: Hark, the Voice of Jesus Calling
Daniel March wrote the lyrics to “Hark, the Voice of Jesus Calling” in 1868. At the time he was a pastor in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Asked to speak at an associational meeting, he learned shortly before…
Hymn Story: The King’s Business
Elijah Taylor Cassel wrote “The King’s Business” in 1902. Cassel was born on November 27, 1849 in Indiana. At a young age his family moved to Nebraska. He completed a medical education and practiced in…