(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) 1 According to Thy gracious word, In meek humility, This will I do, my dying Lord; I will remember Thee. 2 Thy body, broken for my sake, My bread from heav'n shall be; Thy testamental cup I take, … Continue reading #192: According to Thy Gracious Word →

(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) 1 We bless the name of Christ, the Lord, We bless Him for His holy Word, Who loved to do His Father's will, And all His righteousness fulfill. 2 We follow Him with pure delight To sanctify His … Continue reading #190: We Bless the Name of Christ, the Lord →

(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) 1 In Jordan's stream the Savior stood Fulfilling righteousness, And like a dove the Spirit came His heart and life to bless. 2 Today we gather in Thy name, And 'tis a sacred hour; BLess these who follow … Continue reading #189: In Jordan’s Stream →

(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) 1 I love Thy kingdom, Lord! The house of Thine abode -- The Church our blest Redeemer saved With His own precious blood. 2 I love Thy Church, O God! Her walls before Thee stand, Dear as the … Continue reading #188: I Love Thy Kingdom, Lord! →

(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) This particular song has a certain emotional attachment to it. My dad was a member of the Gideon's International, and they used this song as the one sung at the end of meetings as a parting, holding hands … Continue reading #187: Blest Be the Tie That Binds →

(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) 1 The church's one foundation Is Jesus Christ her Lord; She is His new creation By water and the Word: From heav'n He came and sought her To be His holy bride; With His own blood He bought … Continue reading #186: The Church’s One Foundation →

(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) 1 Glorious things of thee are spoken, Zion, city of our God; He whose word cannot be broken Formed thee for His own abode: On the Rock of Ages founded, What can shake thy sure repose? With salvation's … Continue reading #185: Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken →

(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) 1 Do you hear the coming, brother? Thronging up the steeps of light, Clad in glorious shining  garments, Blood-washed garments pure and white. CHORUS 'Tis a glorious church without spot or wrinkle, Washed in the blood of the … Continue reading #184: A Glorious Church →

(Part of a series singing through the hymnbook I grew up with: Great Hymns of the Faith) 1 Faith of our fathers, living still In spite of dungeon, fire and sword -- O how our hearts beat high with joy Whene'er we hear that glorious word! CHORUS Faith of our fathers, holy faith, We will … Continue reading #183: Faith of Our Fathers →