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Hymn Story: I Gave My Life for Thee

April 14, 2019 Leave a comment

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An art museum in Dusseldorf, Germany has a vivid painting on display of Christ, “wearing His crown of thorns as He stands before Pilate and the mob”. Underneath the painting, by Sternberg, are the word “This have I done for thee, what hast thou done for Me?” Francis Havergal came upon the painting while in Germany. Sources differ on whether […]

Behind the Hymn: Take my life and let it be

September 2, 2018 Leave a comment

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Francis Havergal grew up the youngest child of a Church of England minister and hymn writer. She was born around Christmas 1836. She led an active life, even while dealing with fragile health. From a young age she would memorize vast portions of the Bible. She is described as a brilliant pianists and said to have such a lovely voice, […]

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Hymn Story: I Gave My Life for Thee

Behind the Hymn: Take my life and let it be