Hymnpartial

We're interviewing special guest, Chris Fenner, the creator and managing editor of Hymnology Archive. We're continuing our countdown to Easter with him as we discuss Isaac Watts's hymn 'Alas! And Did My Saviour Bleed?' We talk about Isaac Watts's significant influence on English hymnody, the importance of maintaining doctrine even if we tweak a hymn's lyrics, and the complicated history of the hym...

In today’s episode, we’ll be talking about the well known hymn, Man of Sorrows. We’ll be looking at the short but full life of its writer, talking about attempts to soften the language of the hymn, and encouraging you that no matter what, we can always praise our saviour. All that and more!   We're everywhere! Mailing List: https://www.subscribepage.com/n3z3u8  Website: https://hymnpartial.com/ Po...

In today's episode we're talking to Dr Robert Strivens. We'll be discussing the life and ministry of Philip Doddridge, a noteworthy dissenting pastor and hymn writer. If you've never heard of Doddridge before, stay tuned and get ready to be encouraged.   Find Dr Strivens online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/robertstrivens Blog: https://robertstrivens.wordpress.com/   We're everywhere! Mailing List...

In today's episode, we're talking to Scott Aniol. We'll be talking about the real purpose of corporate worship, answering the question of whether culture is actually neutral, and we'll be getting some great tips on how to discern how much influence the outside world should have on our Sunday services. All that and more!   Find Scott Online Website: https://www.scottaniol.com/ G3: https://g3min.org...

In today's episode we have an exciting guest with us, Kevin Twit, the founder of Indelible Grace. We'll be talking about the Baptist hymnwriter Anne Steele, why we should still be reading old books, and how what we sing shapes what we believe. All that and more! Find out more about Indelible Grace: Website: http://www.igracemusic.com/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/indeliblegrace Facebook: https...

Today we will be discussing a brand new hymn! Well... brand new to us. We'll be butchering the German language, and, of course, getting some great encouragement about our God who provides. All that and more!   Follow Hymnpartial on social media: Mailing List: https://www.subscribepage.com/n3z3u8 Website: https://hymnpartial.com/ Podcast: https://hymnpartial.podbean.com/ Facebook: https://facebook....

In todays' episode, we're talking about a Cowper classic, God Moves in a Mysterious Way. We'll be peeling back the layers on this fantastic song, talking about how things are not always what they seem when we're suffering, and encouraging you with plenty of hope from the Good Book. All that and more!   More on William Cowper Cowper and Depression (with Regan King): https://youtu.be/Bnly-kJfNpU The...

Today, we're going to praise the Lord as we look at the hymn To God Be the Glory, Great Things He Has Done. We'll be taking another brief look into the life of the legend, Fanny Crosby, and breaking down the lyrics using the Good Book. All that and more!   Other Fanny Crosby Episodes: Blessed Assurance Gospel Music Part 1 The Queen of Gospel (Short Clip)   Follow Hymnpartial on Social Media Mailin...

Today we're going to talk about the longest hymn we've ever covered on the podcast, Commit Thou All Thy Griefs. We'll be looking at the reality of suffering in the Christian life, why some hymns impact us so deeply, and we'll be encouraging you to remember why we can say with certainty that God is faithful. All that and more! Follow Hymnpartial on Social Media Mailing List: https://www.subscribepa...

In today's episode, we've brought back special guest Jeremy Casella who will be breaking down the hymn Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah. He gives us some insights into the man behind the hymn, what inspired him to revamp this tune, and why some hymns endure the test of time.   Find Jeremy online at jeremycasella.com   Follow Hymnpartial on Social Media Mailing List: https://www.subscribepage.com/n3z...

In this week's episode, we're doing things a little bit different. We're joined by Pastor Steve McAllister who is walking with us through Mary's Song in Luke 2 – also known as the Magnificat. We're reminded why this song is not actually about Mary and we're also encouraged to love the lost and to love our fellow Christians. All that and more!   THERE'S STILL TIME TO ENTER OUR GIVEAWAY AT HYMNPARTI...

In today's episode, we're talking to singer and song writer, Matt Boswell. We discuss the origins of his hymn, Sing We the Song of Emmanuel (Gloria); what he'd like you to take away from the lyrics; and the importance of proclaiming the gospel through song. All that and more!   ENTER OUR GIVEAWAY AT HYMNPARTIAL.COM! Follow us on social media: Website: https://hymnpartial.com/ Podcast: https://hymn...

In today's episode, we're talking to singer-songwriter Jeremy Casella. We're discussing his favourite Christmas Carol, Joy to the World, how Christmas songs should point to Easter, and how Christians can cultivate joy in difficult times. All that and more!   Find Jeremy Online Website: https://www.jeremycasella.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeremycasellaUS Twitter: https://twitter.com/je...

This week, we're excited to be kicking off our advent series! In today's episode, it's a Sandra McCracken Christmas. We have the artist herself on to talk about how the Lord brought her to faith, her new book, and how Christians should be praising the Lord this Christmas. All that and more! Find Sandra McCracken online: Website: https://www.sandramccracken.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com...

In today's episode we are joined by special guest, Jeremy Walker. We are diving into the heart of Spurgeon, the pastor and the hymnwriter, as well as discussing why pastors should still be writing hymns like they did in the good old days. We also get to hear a Jeremy Walker original hymn, so stick around to the end to hear it! Learn More About Spurgeon For the beginner: https://banneroftruth.org/u...

In this week's episode, we've got Randall Goodgame with us to discuss children's music in the church and home. We talk about the importance of music when teaching children, how hymns give us a well-rounded theology, and how we're all children really. All that and more! Find Out More About Slugs & Bugs Website: https://slugsandbugs.com/ Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/SlugsandBugs Instagram: https:/...

In today’s episode we are talking to special guest Keith Getty. We're speaking about his brand new album, Confessio, how traditional music should be considered in the church, and why the hymns of old are so, so sweet. All that and more! Find the Gettys: Website: https://gettymusic.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/gettymusic Twitter: https://twitter.com/gettymusic Facebook: https://www.facebook...

In today's episode we excited to be talking to Samuel Sey about his history coming to faith in Jesus, his experience within the Ghanaian church, and how far we should let culture influence our worship. All that and more!   Find Samuel Sey Website: https://slowtowrite.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SlowToWrite Instagram: @slowtowrite Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Slowtowrite   Discover City...

In this week's episode, Cara talks about her trip to Olney, the former home of William Cowper and John Newson and the birthplace of Olney Hymns. We talk about the idea of memorial churches, Cowper's love of animals, and the history of the pancake race. All that and more!   Follow Hymnpartial on social media: Mailing List: https://www.subscribepage.com/n3z3u8 Website: https://hymnpartial.com/ Podca...

In today's episode, we're talking about the hymn Grace Greater Than All Our Sin. We'll take a look at the talented woman behind this hymn, be reminded of just how mind-blowing grace actually is, and (of course) we'll take a look at the Good Book for encouragement. All that and more! Also follow us on social media Website: https://hymnpartial.com/ Podcast: https://hymnpartial.podbean.com/ Facebook:...

The gloves are off! This week we're looking at the hymn, Fight the Good Fight. We'll be hearing about the tragic demise of the writer, asking whether we should even be singing fight-y hymns, and reading a whole bunch of Scripture to encourage you in the good fight. All that and more! Follow Hymnpartial on social media: Mailing List: https://www.subscribepage.com/n3z3u8 Website: https://hymnpartial...

In today's episode, we're talking about the song My Hope Is Built on Nothing Less. Wait... no... it's On Christ the Solid Rock I Stand. Or is it Cornerstone?? You'll have to listen in to find out as we talk about the importance of not just living but dying in Christ, modern remixes of old hymns, and why our hope in God never changes. All that and more!   Follow Hymnpartial on social media: Mailing...

In this week's episode, we're talking about the little-sung gem, Jesus Thy Blood and Righteousness. We'll be learning about German Counts, finding out just how effective Christ's death actually was, and reading a whole bunch of Scripture to encourage you. All that and more!  Follow Hymnpartial on social media: Mailing List: https://www.subscribepage.com/n3z3u8 Website: https://hymnpartial.com/ Pod...

This week we're coming away with more questions than answers as we explore the well-known favourite, I Stand Amazed in the Presence. We'll be discussing the claim to the title 'King of Gospel Music', pondering some of the debate that has arisen over some of the lyrics, and reminding ourselves that the gospel is indeed both marvellous and wonderful. All that and more! Follow Hymnpartial on social m...

In this week's episode, we're talking about Fanny... Ridley Havergal! She's the writer of Take My Life and Let it Be, an encouraging song of devotion to God. In this episode, we learn a little about the life of this talented hymn writer, discuss just a few of the many Bible verses this song references, and we discover that having beautiful feet is actually in the Bible. All that and more. Follow H...