Hymn Story: The Nail-Pierced Hands
The Nail-Scarred Hand was written by Baylus B. McKinney in 1924. He was born on July 22, 1886 in Heflin, Louisiana, attended the Bush Conservatory of Music and awarded an honorary Doctor of Music degree…
Behind the Hymn: The Way of the Cross Leads Home
The Way of the Cross Leads Home was written by Jessie B. Pounds. Jessie Hunter Brown was born on August 31, 1861 in Hiam, Ohio. She is described as having been a “poorly” child in…
Behind the Hymn: I Will Sing of My Redeemer
God tells us that he will use our trials and tragedies for his good. I Will Sing of My Redeemer was born of tragedy, but had the lasting effect of good. I Will Sing of…
Behind the Hymn: He Lives
Can you imagine what the disciples and followers of Jesus must have said as word spread that he was not in the tomb? The words, “He lives” seem to be one option that is plausible.…
Behind the Hymn: Are you washed in the Blood
Are you washed in the Blood was written by Elisha Hoffman. Elisha Hoffman was born on May 7, 1839 in Orwigsburg, Pennsylvania. He was a Presbyterian minister and composer of over 2,000 hymns and 50…
Behind the Hymn: When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
When I survey the wondrous cross is a great song to concentrate on as we near Easter and remember the true meaning of the season. Jesus death on the cross is the greatest gift God…