Heavenly Harmonies

Thy way O God is in the sanctuary.” Ps 77.13. The sanctuary services performed by the Israelites for over a thousand years are a wonderful depiction of the plan of salvation. What do these symbols tell us about the work of Christ for us in heaven? Our hymn for today speaks to us about this. Stay with me, to discover how Alleluia! Sing to Jesus, can draw us nearer to the heart of God.

The resurrection of Christ is such an amazing story, with deep significance for every person who ever has lived, or ever will live, on this earth. Our hymn for today unveils a little of this significance. Stay with me, to discover how the hymn Christ the Lord is Risen Today, can draw us nearer to the heart of God.

“But we all, beholding as in a glass, the glory of the Lord, are changed into the same image.” It is by beholding, by admiring, the character of Christ, that we will become like Him. Our hymn for today, when I survey the wondrous cross, is a powerful way to do this. See how its beauties can draw you nearer to the heart of God.

1Corinthians 15:57 says “But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” Do you want to gain the victory over sin? Our hymn for today, Go to dark Gethsemane, shows us we can do this. Find out how this hymn can draw you nearer to the heart of God.

When Jesus came to earth, few offered Him a place in their homes or hearts. What would your response to Him have been? The hymn Thou Didst Leave Thy Throne has some deep spiritual insights for us to ponder.

What did Jesus mean when He said, “I am the bread of life”? And why is this so important for us to understand? Discover answers from the hymn Break Thou the Bread of Life.

One of the greatest battles of all time was fought in a lonely wilderness in the land of Palestine. What is the significance of this battle for our lives? And how is this reflected in hymn O Jesus I have Promised?

Why was Jesus baptized? And what does this tell us about how we can be cleansed from sin? The prayerful hymn, Whiter than Snow, has many valuable insights about this.

The Lord Jesus came to earth as the unwearied servant of man’s necessity. And He invites us to join with Him in the privilege of serving God and others. This idea is the theme of our hymn for today, O Master, let me walk with Thee.

The angel who announced Jesus’ birth to the shepherds, said, “I bring you good tidings which shall be to all people.” Our hymn for today, Angels From the Realms of Glory, shows that Jesus came to earth for everyone.

Many people think of Christmas and Easter as times of special significance, maybe even a time to attend church. Many people are aware of the birth of Jesus Christ as a baby, and that Jesus was crucified on a cross. But does the life, death and resurrection of Jesus have any relevance to my life beyond just attending religious services once or twice a year? Our hymn for today, Tell Me the Story of...

Imagine if someone told you you could live forever in a perfect world with no pain, sorrow or death. Not only that, but this world was filled with people who loved one another, and lived in perfect peace and harmony. And there was One who was willing to give His life so that you could enjoy this amazing happiness. This is what God offers us in His word the Bible. Let’s find out about it in our hym...

What a wonder, that Jesus, the King of the universe, should give up His glory to come and save us! Discover how this mystery is reflected in the haunting questions posed by the carol, What Child is This?

There are many mysteries about God that we cannot understand. Explore the “mystery of godliness”, God taking human flesh, in the tender lullaby, Silent Night.

Does Jesus care? Can he really empathise with us in all our trials? Explore how Jesus was “despised and rejected” from the earliest moments of His life on earth. Find out what Jesus is doing for you in heaven today. All this and more in the gentle carol, Away in a Manger.

Can we trust the Bible? And how can I experience its power in my life? Discover the answers to these questions, and many more, as we explore O Little Town of Bethlehem.

Who is Israel? Why are they in captivity? And how will Emmanuel rescue them? Find out more of the story of salvation in the yearning carol, O Come, O Come Emmanuel.

The Bible reveals that God is the source of life, of wisdom and of joy. Join Dr Kylie Fisher to discover how this is reflected in the popular carol, Joy to the World.

Many people wonder, if God is so wise, so powerful and so loving, why is there evil in the world? Does God even care about all this heartache and suffering? 'It Came Upon the Midnight Clear' carries the comforting message that God is working today to bring us comfort, and that one day evil will finally come to an end.

What does the Bible reveal about the uses and benefits of music? Can music draw us nearer to God? Can it bring us comfort and peace in a world of turmoil and heartache? Join Dr Kylie Fisher to find answers to these and other questions as she shares inspiring insights behind the hymn, “Near to the Heart of God.”