Stories Behind the Hymns That Inspire America: Songs That Unite Our Nation

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Zondervan, 2009/08/30 - 208 ページ
From the moment the pilgrims landed on the shores of the New World, to the dark days following September 11, songs of faith have inspired, comforted, and rallied our beloved country. Stories Behind the Hymns That Inspire America describes the people, places, and events that have shaped the heart and soul of America. The stories behind these songs will fascinate you and bring new meaning and richness to special spiritual moments in the history of our nation. Discover how:§ “Faith of Our Fathers,” sung at Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s funeral, had its roots not with the pilgrims but with a Catholic fighting for the right to worship freely in Anglican England§ World events, from the downing of Flight 007 in Russian airspace to Desert Storm and September 11, propelled Lee Greenwood’s “God Bless the U.S.A.” § The author of “Battle Hymn of the Republic” lived the words “His truth is marching on” until the day she died§ Combining African rhythms and southern folk melodies, slaves brought Bible truths to life with songs such as “Roll, Jordan, Roll”The songs in this book have energized movements, illuminated dark paths, commemorated historic events, taken the message of freedom and faith across this nation and beyond, healed broken spirits, and righted wrongs. Their stories will make you proud of your heritage as you realize anew that in America, even one voice can make a lasting influence.
 

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Introduction
9
Amazing Grace
11
America the Beautiful
20
An American Trilogy
29
Battle Hymn of the Republic
36
Eternal Father Strong to Save The Navy Hymn
46
Faith of Our Fathers
53
God Bless America
58
Love Thy Kingdom Lord
97
It Is Well with My Soul
105
Jesus Loves Me
114
Just As I Am
120
My Country Tis Of Thee America
127
Nearer My God to Thee
136
Onward Christian Soldiers
147
Roll Jordan Roll
155

God Bless the U S A
68
God of Our Fathers
76
Hes Got the Whole World in His Hands
83
How Great Thou Art
89
Stand Up Stand Up for Jesus
162
The StarSpangled Banner
170
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Ace Collins is the writer of more than sixty books, including several bestsellers: Stories behind the Best-Loved Songs of Christmas, Stories behind the Great Traditions of Christmas, The Cathedrals, and Lassie: A Dog’s Life. Based in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, He continues to publish several new titles each year, including a series of novels, the first of which is Farraday Road. Ace has appeared on scores of television shows, including CBS This Morning, NBC Nightly News, CNN, Good Morning America, MSNBC, and Entertainment Tonight.

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