A couple of reasons why I appreciate this arrangement: It’s very singable. Cheryl and I first heard this at YLC conference, and picked it up reasonably quickly. It matches the words better. In my opinion, Thomas Hasting’s original “Toplady” tune and Richard Redhead’s Petra variation both sound a bit too bright and chirpy, compared with the …
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John Newton’s most (not) famous hymn, frowning providence and my sin
Just came back from young adults bible study, where among other things Joe pointed out that one of the reasons God brings trials into our life is to reveal our sins, so that we might put our trust in God, and grow in faith and love and purity. I needed this reminder several times over …
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Who is this song addressed to?
An excerpt: …I need to say what my soul is singing I need to say what my heart is screaming I need to say what my soul is singing I need to say what my heart is screaming That I love You my Dear, That I love You my Dear, my Dear… You’re everything I …
Video: Jesus Your Blood and Righteousness
Loved singing this arrangement by Ruth Buchanan when we were at YLC (now called Equip Conference). Strangely enough, after searching everywhere, we couldn’t find a recording of it, nor any sheet music to help. So we made our own – just me and a guitar (and Cheryl humming in the background). [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gzB7lJXhO2I?rel=0] Hopefully …
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A word about new worship music
“…There are several reasons for opposing it. One, it’s too new. Two, it’s often worldly, even blasphemous. The new Christian music is not as pleasant as the more established style. Because there are so many new songs you can’t learn them all. It puts too much emphasis on instrumental music rather than Godly lyrics. This …