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Have Faith in God

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Have Faith in GodBaylus Benjamin McKinney (b. Heflin, LA, July 29, 1886; d. Bryson, NC, Sept. 7, 1952) wrote, “Have Faith in God” during a revival he was leading music for at First Baptist Church, Muskogee, Oklahoma. The year was 1934 and the depression was affecting the whole...

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Jeremiah's Hymn of Praise

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Jeremiah’s Hymn of Praise Appears twice in the book of Jeremiah, (Jer 10:12-16 & Jer 51:15-19).  The first time Jeremiah uses this hymn is in chapter 10 and is intended for, “those who worship other gods.” “Your so-called gods, who did not make the heavens and...

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Comfort - What A Friend We Have In Jesus

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“What A Friend We Have In Jesus”, was written by Joseph Scriven (b.1819 – d. 1886) in 1855 in Canada. Joseph was wealthy, educated, had a devoted family and a good life in Ireland. His fiancé drowned the night before they were to be married. Joseph found his only comfort...

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Comfort - All the Way My Savior Leads Me

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COMFORT All the Way My Savior Leads Me The hymn, “All the Way My Savior Leads Me” was written with a heart of thankfulness by Fanny Jane Crosby (b. Putnam County, NY, March 24, 1820; d. Bridgeport, CT, February 12, 1915). On an occasion when she was in great need of five dollars...

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Assurance - Standing on the Promises

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ASSURANCE Standing on the Promises The hymn, “Standing on the Promises” was written by Russell Kelso Carter (b. Nov. 18, 1849; d. Aug. 23, 1926). Carter wrote prolifically in the subjects of mathematics, religion and science, published novels and hymnals. He wrote both the music and...

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Comfort - Blessed Assurance

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COMFORT Blessed Assurance, Jesus Is Mine The hymn, “Blessed Assurance, Jesus is Mine" was written by Fanny Jane Crosby (b. March 24, 1820; d. February 12, 1915). At six weeks of age she was left blind after being treated by a questionable doctor. She received her education at the New York...

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Assurance - Hymn Devotional

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ASSURANCE God Will Take Care of You The hymn, “God Will Take Care of You” was written by Civilla Dufree Martin (1869-1948). She taught several years in village schools and also studied music. She supported her husband’s evangelistic ministry with her musical abilities and...

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