Hymn Reflection from Alistair Begg: ‘My God, I Thank You That You Made’
Alistair Begg turns to his hymnbook to help us make sense of global turmoil. With this lyric, he encourages us to remember that our Christian journey isn’t tied to earthly things, but instead is fixed on the day when we’ll meet Jesus.
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Today's Hymn Reflection from Alistair Begg: "The Lord Eternal Reigns"
Alistair Begg shares the encouraging words of seventeenth-century hymn writer Isaac Watts, who is regarded as the father of English hymnody. Watts’s lyric in this hymn of praise affirms that the Lord's throne is built on high; He's sovereign above the turmoil that troubles us.
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A Hymn Reflection from Alistair Begg: “When All Thy Mercies, O My God”
Alistair Begg is drawing from his personal hymnbook and his favorite lyrics to help us find peace and comfort in the midst of this global pandemic. This lyric, from Joseph Addision, points us to God’s eternal providence, even during the darkest of days.
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Hymn: “Christ the Lord Is Risen Today” by Charles Wesley
Christ the Lord is risen today, Alleluia!
Earth and heaven in chorus say, Alleluia!
Raise your joys and triumphs high, Alleluia!
Sing, ye heavens, and earth reply, Alleluia!
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Hymn Reflection from Alistair Begg: ‘Sovereign Ruler of the Skies’
Alistair Begg loves hymns, and during these days of uncertainty and anxiety, he turns to his favorite lyrics for encouragement and hope. This one, from John Ryland, helps us affirm our conviction that God is the creator and sustainer of the universe and that we can rest peacefully in His sovereignty.
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Hymn Reflection from Alistair Begg: ‘Our God, Our Help in Ages Past’
Alistair Begg shares one of his favorite hymn stanzas to assure us that not a day unfolds outside of God's sovereign rule. It’s a comforting truth for all of us to ruminate on during these difficult and unprecedented days of the coronavirus.
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Hymn Reflection from Alistair Begg: “God Moves in a Mysterious Way”
Alistair Begg is known for his great love of hymns, and he draws from his personal hymnbook to share a lyric that reminds us that, even in these remarkably uncertain times, the God of the ages holds us fast.
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Hymn Reflection from Alistair Begg: ‘Do You Not Know? Have You Not Heard’
Alistair Begg looks to his hymnbook for biblical wisdom during this extraordinary time of global worry. By drawing from a lesser known hymn written by Isaac Watts, Alistair reminds us how important it is to wait upon the Lord who is all powerful and who can do all things.
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Today's Hymn Reflection from Alistair Begg: "Overheard in the Orchard"
Alistair Begg shares a comforting childhood poem that reminds us not to be overcome by worry during these difficult and confusing days. It’s an endearing lyric and a great encouragement!
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Hymn: "In Heavenly Love Abiding" by Anna L. Waring
In heavenly love abiding,
No change my heart shall fear;
And safe is such confiding,
For nothing changes here:
The storm may roar without me,
My heart may low be laid;
But God is round about me,
And can I be dismayed?
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