“In my Father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.” – John 14:2 This is the only hymn ever written in a drugstore. For decades, millions of Americans have sung the lyrics to his famous hymn; yet, only a handful know…
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“For thou art my hope, O Lord GOD: thou art my trust from my youth.” – Psalm 71:5 Listen to this True Story on Traveler’s Tales: This hymn talks about the joy that can be found in having faith in God! Although its author, Louisa M. R. Stead, experienced the terrible loss of her husband,…
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“Thy father and thy mother shall be glad, and she that bare thee shall rejoice.” – Proverbs 23:25 We are thrilled to share a series of brief accounts of how some of the great hymns of our faith were written. Each synopsis has been compiled through the research of Jerry Vargo and is shared by…
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“For this God is our God for ever and ever: he will be our guide even unto death.” – Psalm 48:14 Listen to this story on Traveler’s Tales Edward Hopper was born in New York City on February 17, 1818. His father was a merchant and his mother a descendant of the Huguenots, the persecuted…
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“To him the porter openeth; and the sheep hear his voice: and he calleth his own sheep by name, and leadeth them out.” – John 10:3 We are thrilled to share a series of brief accounts of how some of the great hymns of our faith were written. Each synopsis has been compiled through the…
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“In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:18 We are thrilled to share a series of brief accounts of how some of the great hymns of our faith were written. Each synopsis has been compiled through the research of Jerry Vargo and…
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“But they constrained him, saying, Abide with us: for it is toward evening, and the day is far spent. And he went in to tarry with them.” – Luke 24:29 Henry Francis Lyte: The Scottish Pastor Abide with Me is a hymn that deals with comfort and help. It was written by a Scotsman named…
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How think ye? if a man have an hundred sheep, and one of them be gone astray, doth he not leave the ninety and nine, and goeth into the mountains, and seeketh that which is gone astray? – Matthew 18:12 Listen to this account on Traveler’s Tales: This hymn was written in a most unusual…
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“Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the beard, even Aaron’s beard: that went down to the skirts of his garments; As the dew of Hermon, and as the dew that descended upon the…
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“The LORD is nigh unto all them that call upon him, to all that call upon him in truth.“ – Psalm 145:18 We are thrilled to share a series of brief accounts of how some of the great hymns of our faith were written. Each synopsis has been compiled through the research of Jerry Vargo and…
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“And he saith unto them, Be not affrighted: Ye seek Jesus of Nazareth, which was crucified: he is risen; he is not here: behold the place where they laid him.” – Mark 16:6 We are thrilled to share a series of brief accounts of how some of the great hymns of our faith were written. Each…
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“By faith Moses, when he was come to years, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh’s daughter; Choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season; Esteeming the reproach of Christ greater riches than the treasures in Egypt: for he had respect unto…
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“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.“ – Ephesians 2:8-9 In the 1800’s, there were three people who influenced Gospel singing more than any others: D. L. Moody, Ira Sankey, and Fanny Crosby. Listen to the…
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Gypsy Smith and the Hymn “I Have Never Lost the Wonder of It All” Gypsy Smith was one of the most loved evangelists of all time. As he shared his life story, crowds overfilled churches and auditoriums the world over. His trips across the Atlantic Ocean were so numerous that historians disagree about the exact…
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Hymn History: Let the Lower Lights Be Burning “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven” – Matthew 5:16 Listen to this True Story on Traveler’s Tales: All along America’s east and west seaboards, the Gulf shore, and along the Great Lakes region,…
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“The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.“ – Psalm 23:1-3 We are thrilled to share a series of brief accounts of how…
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“Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.” – Titus 2:14 Philip Bliss was born with a melody in his heart. Born in a log cabin home in a mountain region. His father, Mr. Isaac Bliss, was a dedicated Christian man.…
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“The eternal God is thy refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms: and he shall thrust out the enemy from before thee; and shall say, Destroy them.” – Deuteronomy 33:27 We are thrilled to share a series of brief accounts of how some of the great hymns of our faith were written. Each synopsis has…
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“ And, behold, I come quickly; and my reward is with me, to give every man according as his work shall be.” – Revelation 22:12 We are thrilled to share a series of brief accounts of how some of the great hymns of our faith were written. Each synopsis has been compiled through the research of…
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“Truly my soul waiteth upon God: from him cometh my salvation. He only is my rock and my salvation; he is my defence; I shall not be greatly moved.” – Psalm 62:1-2 We are thrilled to share a series of brief accounts of how some of the great hymns of our faith were written. Each synopsis…
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“Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him: but I will maintain mine own ways before him.“ – Job 13:15 We are thrilled to share a series of brief accounts of how some of the great hymns of our faith were written. Each synopsis has been compiled through the research of Jerry Vargo…
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“Forasmuch as ye know that ye were not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold, from your vain conversation received by tradition from your fathers; But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot:” – 1 Peter 1:18-19 Listen to this Hymn History on Traveler’s Tales: The Faithful Choir…
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“Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.” – 1 Corinthians 10:31 We are thrilled to share a series of brief accounts of how some of the great hymns of our faith were written. Each synopsis has been compiled through the research of Jerry Vargo and…
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“Thy shoes shall be iron and brass; and as thy days, so shall thy strength be.” – Deuteronomy 33:25 We are thrilled to share a series of brief accounts of how some of the great hymns of our faith were written. Each synopsis has been compiled through the research of Jerry Vargo and is shared…
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Many of you have been journeying with us through the Miracles of Jesus on our ETJ Broadcast. It is always wonderful to be reminded that Christ is enough, and we trust that you will continue to meditate much on the sufficiency of Christ in the days ahead. As a help to that end, we want…
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“ Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and our bodies washed with pure water.” – Hebrews 10:22 We are thrilled to share a series of brief accounts of how some of the great hymns of our faith were written. Each synopsis…
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“ A man that hath friends must shew himself friendly: and there is a friend that sticketh closer than a brother.” Proverbs 18:24 Joseph Scriven was born in Ireland in 1820. He was educated at Trinity College in Dublin, and was engaged to be married to his Irish sweetheart – then tragedy struck. All preparations had…
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Hymn History: Come Thou Fount Featured on Travelers Tales. Listen below: “For ye were as sheep going astray; but are now returned unto the Shepherd and Bishop of your souls.” 1 Peter 2:25 Born in 1735, seventeen year old Robert Robinson ran the streets of London in gangs, caring not for anything spiritual. He was…
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“He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.” Psalm 23:3 We are thrilled to be sharing several brief accounts of how some of the great hymns of our faith were written. Each synopsis has been compiled through the research of Jerry Vargo and is shared by permission.…
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A Single Moment Many years ago the Lord providentially brought across my path a young man by the name of Micah Hendry. Little did I know that he would become a key part of the ministry the Lord has given us to do at this time. I have preached the funeral of both his father…
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“Wilt thou not revive us again: that thy people may rejoice in thee?” (Psalm 85:6) We are thrilled to begin sharing several brief accounts of how some of the great hymns of our faith were written. Each synopsis has been compiled through the research of Jerry Vargo and is shared by permission. It is our…
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“Hold up my goings in thy paths, that my footsteps slip not.” (Psalm 17:5) We are firm believers in the power of God’s Word. Enjoying the Journey is dedicated to the teaching and preaching of the Bible. Now, we are thrilled to announce a new avenue for getting God’s Word out to those who want…
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The Miracles of Christ | Study Guide In difficult days and facing dire circumstances, it is always good to remind ourselves that God is greater than all! Scripture records over 45 miracles that Christ performed. All of them have a lesson for us. Every miracle is a reminder of who Jesus is and what He…
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“…they that were scattered abroad went every where preaching the word.” (Acts 8:4) If ever there was a time for more preaching, it is now. As we look around, we see more confusion and deception than ever before. All around us there is a spiritual drought, and now is the time to unleash the life-giving…
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