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…
My Tribute to Billy Graham
Rain beat down on us that spring evening in 1987, but we did not care. We opened our umbrellas and held them high. Nothing would deter us from having the opportunity to sit in…
Behind the Song Sunday: Just As I Am
Charlotte Elliott spent the majority of her life as an invalid. During this time she said the only thing she could do was “worship God.” Ms. Eliott began her life with a lot of promise…
Behind the Song Sunday: How Great Thou Art
Today How Great Thou Art is a staple in the protestant church and often requested for funerals. The song did not gain popularity until after celebrating its fiftieth birthday. Cliff Barrows, the song leader for…