Season 3

Have you ever needed something steady to hold onto when everything around you was shaking? "Leaning on the Everlasting Arms" might be the quietest anthem of faith ever written—not making a grand entrance, but showing up faithfully when your strength doesn't. Unlike hymns of triumph and majesty, thi…

"All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name," a hymn so universally beloved it's often called "The National Anthem of Christendom." Join us as we trace the remarkable journey of Edward Perronet, born in 1726 to a French Huguenot pastor and associate of the Wesley brothers. Perronet's life exemplified devoti…

George Matheson sat alone on his sister's wedding night, a blind pastor abandoned years earlier by his fiancée who couldn't bear life with a blind man. In just five minutes, from this place of profound heartache, he penned one of the greatest hymns of surrender and God’s faithfulness: "O Love That …

Surrender might be the hardest spiritual practice of all. It runs counter to everything our culture celebrates – control, self-determination, making our own path. Yet somehow, in the letting go, we find something extraordinary. This episode explores the powerful hymn "Have Thine Own Way, Lord" – a …

Join us this week as we explore the simple yet transformative hymn "Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus," composed by the remarkable Helen Lemmel. We dive into her inspiring journey through music and faith, revealing how the hymn was influenced by a simple yet powerful pamphlet challenging believers to focus…

In our latest episode, we uncover the depth and beauty of "All Creatures of Our God and King," a hymn deeply rooted in the life and teachings of it's author St. Francis of Assisi. Together, we explore how this powerful hymn not only showcases the glory of the Creator through creation but also calls…

This week’s episode concludes a heartfelt exploration of the hymn "Be Still, My Soul," emphasizing its significance in a world filled with chaos and grief. With our special guest, Steve Peavyhouse, we explore personal stories and reflections, and highlight the power of stillness, community, and fai…

This episode invites listeners to rediscover the comfort found in the hymn "Be Still, My Soul." Through personal stories and deep discussions, we explore the hymn's message about trusting God in life's uncertainties and the importance of remembering to preach the gospel to ourselves everyday. We lo…

Have you ever asked whether your life story is about you or part of something greater? As we kick off the third season of "The Bright Forever," we hope to illuminate the transformative power of viewing our lives as part of Jesus's grand narrative. We look at how this simple song speaks volumes and …