The ‘Olympic Hymn’ from then on had an important place in the meticulously laid-out opening and closing ceremonies of the Olympics, the rigorous orders of which have been determined and entrenched by the IOC. Since being declared the official anthem, the hymn has been heard at every Olympic...
‘Abide with Me’ is a Christianhymnwith origins in Scotland and England, whose lyrics are based on phrases from the Bible. The opening of the hymn is based on Luke 24:29, “Abide with us: for it is toward evening, and the day is far spent”, while the penultimate verse draws on ...
Is it any wonder that D. L. Moody and Ira D. Sanky used this hymn extensively in their evangelistic meetings throughout Great Britain and the United States? The lyrics point the way to Christ. Take a moment to reread the lyrics. What words or phrases stand out to you? Dear reader, so...
Everything to … The tune to the hymn was composed by Charles Crozat Converse in 1868. Can we find a friend so faithful Who will all our sorrows share? The Vagle Brothers sing 3 verses of this favorite hymn in 4-part harmony. Have we trials and temptations? Is there trouble anywhere?
Think about your connection with all of God's saints by reading through the hymn “For All the Saints.” If you've never heard this great song of faith, click on the link to listen as you reflect on the lyrics. ("For All the Saints" is performed here by the Choir of King's ...
Under Julio Martinez's stewardship, this 37-year-running program shows how radio theater can illuminate both sacred music history and religious tradition. The premiere of "Following Yonder Star" (written by Julio Martinez) explores the genesis of the beloved hymn "We Three Kings," while "...
The title track of her debut album, this heartfelt expression of gratitude sings the praises of someone who has been a rock inKelly Clarkson'slife. The track is uplifting and feel-good — an appropriate vibe for such appreciation. Lyrics “That I'm thankful/For the blessing/And t...
This Bible passage is rich with beautiful and detailed descriptions of heaven. The “city of the living God,” will be a spectacular place according to God’s perfect design. And, as one writer put it, the heavenly Jerusalem will be “a place of unimagined blessing.” Those registered in ...
This Is What You Came For - Calvin Harris (加尔文·哈里斯)/Rihanna (蕾哈娜) Lyrics by:Calvin Harris/Nils Sjöberg Composed by:Calvin Harris/Taylor Swift Baby this is what you came for Lightning strikes every time she moves And everybody's watching her But she's looking at you oh oh You...
The Christmas carol describing the Annunciation to the Shepherds is a favourite for many. But how well do you know it? The nativity hymn, ‘While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks’, was first published inA Supplement to the New Version of Psalms in1700, the lyrics a collaborative effo...