Join Tim and John as they talk about some more of their favorite Hymns.

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Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/

Hymns aren’t just songs—they’re theology set to melody. They stick with us because they connect truth, memory, and emotion. Everyone has that one hymn that hits differently depending on the season of life.

Tim’s Picks

In Christ Alone (2001) Writers: Keith Getty and Stuart Townend A modern hymn with a classic feel. It walks through the full gospel—Christ’s life, death, and resurrection. Key idea: Confidence in Christ alone. That line really lands: “No guilt in life, no fear in death.”

Sing Your Praise to the Lord (1981) By Rich Mullins Joyful, expressive worship. Feels like freedom and celebration—almost childlike in its energy.

I Wish We’d All Been Ready (1969) By Larry Norman One of the early Christian rock songs with a prophetic edge. Themes of the Second Coming and urgency. Interesting note: Norman was controversial—too Christian for the world, too worldly for the church

Blessed Assurance (1873) By Fanny Crosby A classic testimony hymn. Focuses on assurance of salvation and personal relationship with Christ. Feels steady and confident.

There Is Something About That Name By Gloria Gaither and Bill Gaither Simple but powerful. Centered on the authority and beauty of the name of Jesus.

We Will Glorify By Twila Paris Straightforward, declarative worship. Built for congregational singing.

Have Thine Own Way, Lord By Adelaide A. Pollard Inspired by surrender to God’s will. Uses the imagery of the potter and clay. Theme: Letting God shape your life—easy to sing, harder to live.

In His Time By Diane Ball Focus on trusting God’s timing. Great for seasons of waiting and uncertainty.

Stand Up, Stand Up for Jesus By George Duffield Jr. A bold, action-oriented hymn. Calls believers to stand firm in their faith.

In My Heart There Rings a Melody By Elton M. Roth Upbeat and joyful. Faith overflowing into praise.

John’s Picks

Holy, Holy, Holy By Reginald Heber A deeply Trinitarian hymn. Majestic and reverent in tone.

Amazing Grace By John Newton One of the most well-known hymns ever written. A story of redemption from a former slave trader. Theme: Grace that transforms.

Change My Heart, O God By Eddie Espinosa A simple, heartfelt prayer. Focuses on inner transformation.

Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us Attributed to Dorothy Ann Thrupp Uses shepherd imagery. Emphasizes trust and guidance.

Be Thou My Vision Traditional Irish hymn with roots in a 6th-century poem. Rich, poetic devotion. Theme: Christ as everything.

There Is a Redeemer By Melody Green Centers on Jesus as the Lamb of God. Often connected to communion themes.

I Need Thee Every Hour By Annie Sherwood Hawks A quiet, honest expression of dependence on God.

In the Garden By C. Austin Miles Reflects a personal, intimate walk with Jesus. Almost conversational in tone.

Search Me, O God (Cleanse Me) By J. Edwin Orr Based on Psalm 139. Theme: Inviting God to examine your heart.

More Precious Than Silver By Lynn DeShazo Focuses on valuing God above everything else.