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2013 LEFT HANDED PLAYERS' UKELELE GUIDE
Author(s): Kenneth W. Osbeck (Author)
- Publisher: Kregel Publications
- Publication Date: June 13, 2023
- Edition: Anniversary
- Language: English
- Print length: 288 pages
- ISBN-10: 0825448379
- ISBN-13: 9780825448379
Book Description
This book shares the inspiring true stories behind 101 favorite hymns. With a collection of uplifting, informative hymn stories, 101 Hymn Stories includes each hymn’s full text and musical score, as well as information about the author, composer, and Scripture that inspired the song.
Some of the hymns included are:
• A Mighty Fortress • Amazing Grace • Fairest Lord Jesus • Holy, Holy, Holy • How Great Thou Art • It Is Well with My Soul • Jesus Loves Me • Rock of Ages • Silent Night • The Old Rugged Cross
Excellent for uses like devotional reading, sermon illustrations, and bulletin inserts, as well as historical or biographical research,
101 Hymn Stories has been a beloved resource for forty years. Now a new generation can discover the beautiful foundations of faith upon which these songs were built.“A fascinating book that is enjoyable for general reading or reference.”
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“This book is a valuable source of illustrations for pastors and teachers, and it provides a wealth of background information for song leaders. But it should be introduced to all Christians as a personal and family devotional book.”
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About the Author
Kenneth W. Osbeck (MA, University of Michigan) taught for thirty-five years, first at Grand Rapids School of the Bible and Music, and then at Grand Rapids Baptist College and Seminary. He also served as music director for Children’s Bible Hour, Radio Bible Class, and several churches. He is the author of several books, including the best-selling Amazing Grace: 366 Inspiring Hymn Stories for Daily Devotions; 101 Hymn Stories; Hallelujah, What a Savior!; 25 Most Treasured Gospel Hymn Stories; and Joy to the World.
