Episodes

Send us a text This week we dive into a hymn that is perfect for what many around our area here are dealing with. In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, it can be hard to trust God or even know that he is there. Let the words of this song, the story of the author behind it, and my family's story help you see just how God is always working. Even in the midst of tragedy God provides and is there for you. I hope this episode brings you comfort and helps fix your eyes on the author and perfecter of our ...

Send us a text This week we conclude our look at "Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee" written by Henry van Dyke. In this second of our two-part series, we explore the call of this song on us as Christ followers. Who are made to be? Who is this God we are worshiping? Why are we called to worship? And what do we do about it? We bookend this episode with a beautiful quote from Van Dyke himself. “For the long breath, the deep breath, the breath of a heart without care—I will give thanks and adore thee, G...

Send us a text This week we begin diving into "Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee" exploring its origins while talking about its meter and tune. This will be a two-part series. Next week we will dig into what the song is calling us be and to do as Christ followers. I'm excited to begin this look into what many hymnologists call one of the most joyous songs in the English language. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to follow and share! Support the show www.thebrightforever.com All songs used by per...

Send us a text This week we are looking at “I Stand Amazed in the Presence” also known as "How Marvelous" written by Charles Gabriel. I believe my girls may love this hymn almost as much as I do, probably more. We talk about how I truly discovered what this hymn meant on my knees in a Colorado ski lodge when I was in college. And what it means to understand the weight of our sin and the price that was paid by our Savior. Thank you for listening and I hope this podcast speaks to you and your fa...

Send us a text This week we begin our journey as we explore the hymn that gave this podcast its name. We introduce the podcast. We dive into why we're doing this podcast, what started this idea, and the direction we will be going as we explore the richness of the hymns of our faith. SHOW NOTES: “The Bright Forever” Edison cylinder recording from 1910 Edison Mixed Quartet. Support the show www.thebrightforever.com All songs used by permission.

Send us a text Listen to this sneak peek at the new podcast, The Bright Forever! Support the show www.thebrightforever.com All songs used by permission.