Podcast appearances and mentions of Isaac Watts

In our hymn study this weekend we look at a famous hymn by Welsh hymn writer, William Williams. Williams was known as the "Watts of Wales" comparing him to Isaac Watts of England. In this hymn Williams uses the history of God's Old Testament people as an analogy for our earthly lives. He uses historical accounts of the Manna God provided from heaven for the Israelites, the pillar of cloud and fire, the water that God brought forth out of a rock, and finally the crossing of the Jordan river into the Promised Land of Canaan as illustrations of God's guiding and protecting hand in our lives today. Just as the Children of Israel were strangers in the wilderness, looking ahead to the Promised land of Canaan, so we are also strangers in this world of sin, looking ahead to the Promised Land of Heaven. Our prayer is that God would guide us, defend and protect us and feed and nurture us both physically and spiritually throughout our earthly lives, until He finally brings us across the river of physical death and delivers us into His eternal kingdom.  May the LORD enrich our understanding of His word and cause us to appreciate His presence in our lives and His defeat of death in Christ, which gives us confidence in our eternal future!

In Matthew 13 Jesus tells a parable about the kingdom of heaven and he says that, "the kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field, which a man found and covered up. Then in his joy, he goes and sells all that he has and buys that field." The point of this parable is that there is nothing more valuable than the kingdom of God, and that, like the man in the parable, we should not allow anything to stand in the way of our entering that kingdom. Psalm 72 has much to say about the kingdom of God and what it will be like, but even more importantly, I think Psalm 72 shows us why the kingdom of God is so valuable and so great. In Psalm 72 we see that The Greatness of God's Kingdom is Found in the Greatness of God's King...The author of Psalm 72 beautifully draws upon many Old Testament promises about the Messiah-King and essentially turns them into a prayer for God to bring this king, and all of his blessings, into the world. So wonderfully, then, does this great prayer find an even greater answer in the true king of God's kingdom, the Lord Jesus Christ. In Psalm 72, we see that the reign of King Jesus will bring Righteousness & Justice, Peace & Prosperity, and most importantly, it will last forever... Psalm 72 has been long loved by the people of God and was the inspiration for the great hymn "Jesus Shall Reign" written by Isaac Watts in 1719. You can find that great song at this link: Click Here for "Jesus Shall Reign"

Send me a Text Message! (I can't directly respond, but I can answer questions and share comments in upcoming episodes! Proverbs 18:2 says "A fool takes no pleasure in understanding, but only in expressing his opinion." Today I am going to share why pursuing a well educated mind is not only helpful in not being the fool, but is actually part of being a faithful Christian. Plus I have a few practical tips to help you jumpstart your own journey of growing in understanding and wisdom.------Non HE Top Loader Washers with agitators are superior - Change my Mind.Text me your laundry hacks and woes.------The Bible stays GET wisdom, GET understanding. This is not just the accumulation of knowledge but of understanding that grows into wisdom."No man is obliged to learn and know everything; this can neither be sought nor required, for it is utterly impossible. Yet all persons are under some obligation to improve their own understanding, otherwise it will be a barren desert or a forest overgrown with weeds and brambles. Universal ignorance or infinite errors will overspread the mind, which is utterly neglected and lies without any cultivation." - Isaac Watts------Stay tuned for PART TWO! The practical tips are next!Isaac Watts "Improvement of the Mind"Support the showLove wellness products for your whole family? Shop Earthley and support SPF!Get 10% off your first order with code FIRSTSPF : https://earthley.com/?affiliateId=lauren-hlushakSupport SPF $5 a month: patreon.com/sheprovesfaithfulSign Up for the SPF newsletter: sheprovesfaithful.com/newsletterIf you're enjoying the SPF Podcast, please leave a review on your favorite podcast player! Thank you!

What are the characteristics of effective prayers and praying? Well, one of them is praying biblically in accordance with the will of God from Scripture. Few were equal or better than this than the Puritans. One of the greatest devotionals I've ever read and meditated upon is titled, "The Valley of Vision: A Collection of Puritan Prayers & Devotions," edited by Arthur Bennett. It is an inspirational collection of prayers/devotionals that will certainly engage the reader's heart and mind to learn prayer and follow Christ more closely. This prayer on this episode of 2Days Denarius is titled, "Morning Dedication." The author of the prayer is not given, as none are in the book. But prayers from names such as, Richard Baxter, David Brainerd, Thomas Watson, Isaac Watts, Charles Spurgeon, among others are the ones who are the contributors to this collection. It's encouraged to those who listen to acquire a copy of "Valley of Vision" and discover the devotional value of this book!"Valley of Vision: A Collection of Puritan Prayers & Devotions," Arthur Benntt, ed. Banner of Truth Trust, Carlisle, PA: 1975."Valley of Vision" may be purchased on the Banner of Truth Trust website at: banneroftruth.orgSong "Holy Is the Lord" is used by permission of author/performing artist, Pastor Steve Hereford, of the Changed By Grace Church in Jacksonville, FL. His inspirational Scripture songs may be found on Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Music, and many other well-known streaming services. Search "Steve Hereford."Your comments are welcome! Send a text my way!2Days Denarius is a Bible believing teaching ministry devoted to the inerrancy, infallibility, and authority of Scripture as our only rule of faith and practice. It also holds to the doctrinal tenets of the London Baptist confession of 1689. This ministry may be reached at 2daysdenarius@gmail.com Material used in this podcast are provided under the educational and commentary provisions of Section 207 of the Fair Use Act of 1976.

About "Humility: Adopting Paul's "Less Than the Least" Mindset" Isaac Watts saw pride as a root‑poison in the soul and wrote these pages to help Christians dig it out by its very source. Here you will find no mere rules or moralizing, but a steady unfolding of: Pride wears subtle disguises in every heart. Christ's humility is our pattern, and Paul's self-abasement is our example. There is quiet power in depending on God and knowing our nothingness. Peace and grace flow from esteeming others and denying self. Read slowly. Let each gentle conviction awaken you to your own need. Then, having learned to think "slightly less of yourself and slightly more of others," discover the unsearchable riches Christ gives to the humble of heart. A worm may lift itself up above other worms, but one step from a man crushes it into the dust. So it is with us. We may seem greater than our neighbors, but in God's presence, we are nothing. — Isaac Watts

About "Humility: Adopting Paul's "Less Than the Least" Mindset" Isaac Watts saw pride as a root‑poison in the soul and wrote these pages to help Christians dig it out by its very source. Here you will find no mere rules or moralizing, but a steady unfolding of: Pride wears subtle disguises in every heart. Christ's humility is our pattern, and Paul's self-abasement is our example. There is quiet power in depending on God and knowing our nothingness. Peace and grace flow from esteeming others and denying self. Read slowly. Let each gentle conviction awaken you to your own need. Then, having learned to think "slightly less of yourself and slightly more of others," discover the unsearchable riches Christ gives to the humble of heart. A worm may lift itself up above other worms, but one step from a man crushes it into the dust. So it is with us. We may seem greater than our neighbors, but in God's presence, we are nothing. — Isaac Watts

To learn the backstory of a hymn can be a richly rewarding exercise. The same applies with hymnwriters. This week we consider the life and faith of two wonderful hymnists of yesteryear: Isaac Watts (1674–1748) and Frances Ridley Havergal (1836–1879).    Featured Resources:  – Mark S. Shuttleworth, 'Isaac Watts: The Man Behind the Hymns', The Banner of Truth Magazine, Issue 221, February 1982. – Pamela D. Bugden, 'Sweet Singer and Poet of Worcestershire', The Banner of Truth Magazine, Issue 503, August–September 2005.    Worthy of note:  The Havergal Trust has been set up by David Chalkley to make the complete works of Frances Ridley Havergal available to the body of Christ in our own day. To date, a number of the titles have appeared as paperbacks, and there is a strong desire to see all volumes published in due course. If you would like to browse the books, or find out more about the project, see below:  https://www.havergaltrust.com/about/about-the-havergal-trust/    Explore the work of the Banner of Truth: www.banneroftruth.org Subscribe to the Magazine (print/digital/both): www.banneroftruth.org/magazine Leave us your feedback or a testimony: www.speakpipe.com/magazinepodcast

2025晨鐘課－每天，都是新的起點 以歷史智慧滋養生活，點亮2025每一天！ 借鑑過去，活在當下，展望未來！ 粵語廣播網站 (時兆出版社授權錄製) https://soundcloud.com/mediahk Podcast@靈修廣播站 7月17日 永不再分散 以後我們這活著還存留的人必和他們一同被提到雲裡，在空中與主相遇。這樣，我們就要和主永遠同在。 帖撒羅尼迦前書 4：17   有些告別在我們心中留下深深的空洞。眼睜睜地看著想與之朝夕相處的人離去，會讓我們心碎。如果我們已看出某個人想離開，那麼開口請求他／她留下肯定會令我們感到痛苦。當我們知道一聲「再見」過後，今生就再無可能和對方相見，這種告別更是令人肝腸寸斷。沒錯，人人都憧憬著這樣一處美地，可以讓我們永遠不用對彼此說再見。 以撒．瓦茨（Isaac Watts，1674–1748）於1674年7月17日出生在英國南安普敦；被譽為「英國讚美詩之父」的他一生創作了大約六百首聖詩。他在1707年寫下了下面這首優美的《永不再分散》（新版《讚美詩》第133首）。以下是它第一段歌詞和最初的副歌： 「有一地方永無痛苦，神人同居相歡，無窮白晝驅盡陰暗，耶穌永為我伴。我們將到光明天鄉，不久即聞號筒吹響，那時耶穌永為我伴，永遠不再、不再分散。」 這是威廉．米勒耳（William Miller）最愛的聖詩之一。1849年在他離世之前，他請家人一遍又一遍地唱著這首詩歌。多年來，復臨教會的全球總會代表大會和營會也曾多次以這首讚美詩作為終場詩歌，並將接下來的問題留給會眾：「這會是我們最後一次的聚會嗎？下一次會不會在天堂？」 耶穌沒有像復臨派的先驅者們所期望的那樣快快復臨。但要知道，如今祂復臨的時刻要比以撒．瓦茨譜寫這美麗的詩歌，或威廉．米勒耳唱這首詩歌時更加接近；同樣，也比那些以這首歌作為終場詩歌的復臨教會大會和營會更加接近。毫無疑問，耶穌很快將駕天雲顯現，帶我們回家，之後我們將「永不再分散」！ #媒體佈道部 #港澳區會 #聲音書 #時兆出版社 #每天，都是新的起點 #本書由時兆出版社授權刊載

A new MP3 sermon from Grace Audio Treasures is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Worship at Emanuel's Feet Subtitle: Puritan Devotional Speaker: Isaac Watts Broadcaster: Grace Audio Treasures Event: Devotional Date: 7/13/2025 Bible: Psalm 22; Isaiah 53 Length: 7 min.

“David's Last Words” - a lesson on trusting in God's faithfulness to His covenant promises, and finding our hope in that rather than anything else. Music: “Psalm 119 (part 9)” Lyrics by Isaac Watts, Abridged by Toby Logsdon, performed by Theotronica!

When everything else fades, God remains our dwelling place through all generations.

Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/editorialtpv El día de hoy hablaremos sobre el impacto de los avivamientos del siglo 18 entre los bautistas, especialmente en la obra de Andrew Fuller, de acuerdo al capítulo 2 "The Enlightenment" del libro 2,000 Years of Christ's Power Vol. 5: The Age of Enlightenment and Awakening, por Nick Needham. Ver aquí: https://www.christianfocus.com/products/3092/2000-years-of-christs-power . Páginas: 183-265. El podcast explora el impacto del renacimiento evangélico del siglo 18 en Inglaterra y Gales, destacando la resistencia inicial de los disidentes ortodoxos como Isaac Watts, que encontraron problemático el emocionalismo del renacimiento y el contexto anglicano. A continuación se traza la influencia del renacimiento a través de la revitalización de los bautistas particulares, liderados por el énfasis de Andrew Fuller en la libre oferta del Evangelio, y los bautistas generales, reformados por el trinitarismo de influencia metodista de Daniel Taylor. Además, el podcast examina las importantes contribuciones de mujeres como Anne Dutton y el papel fundamental de los renovadores galeses, como Griffith Jones, Howell Harris, Daniel Rowland y William Williams (famoso por sus himnos), en la configuración de la vida religiosa galesa. Por último, se analiza la persecución que sufrieron los metodistas, las consecuencias duraderas del Renacimiento (nueva himnodia, literatura, denominaciones, misiones y reforma social) y su impacto en cuestiones sociales como la reforma penitenciaria y la abolición de la esclavitud.  Siguenos: - Web: https://teologiaparavivir.com/ - Blog: https://semperreformandaperu.org/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teologiaparavivir/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teologiaparavivir/ - Youtube: https://www.instagram.com/teologiaparavivir/

Today's episode focuses on one of the great people of the Christianity, Isaac Watts' lesser-known, but deeply powerful ideas that comes from his devotional writings. He wrote: “Fixing and living on a particular word of grace for the whole day will let it abide on your heart and whisper to your soul with divine sweetness in the dark and solitary watches of the night.” The idea is simple. Each day, you let one word from Scripture—a word of grace—settle in your soul. Listen to learn more and be inspired!DONATE You can help support this podcast by clicking our secure PayPal account. For donation by check, make payable to Transform This City, P.O. Box 1013, Spring Hill, Tennessee, 37174. “gwot.rocks” is a ministry of Transform This City, a registered 501(C)(3) The Four Spiritual Laws - how you can be born again and have eternal life?The Spirit Filled Life- how you can live each day in the power of God'd Holy Spirit!Voices From The Past Volume 1 & 2"Other Things with... " YouTube ChannelCut & Paste Personal Invitation to invite your friends to check out “gwot.rocks” podcast: I invite you to check out the podcast, “gwot.rocks: God, the World, and Other Things!” It is available on podcast players everywhere! Here is the link to the show's home base for all its episodes: http://podcast.gwot.rocks/ (Ctrl+click to follow the link) LIFE HELPSgwot.rocks home page Transform This City Transform This City Facebook gwot.rocks@transformthiscity.org Thank you for listening! Please tell your friends about us! Listen, share, rate, subscribe! Empowering Encouragement Now segments are based in part on C.H. Spurgeon's Morning & Evening Devotions (public domain.)ChatGPT and/or Bard may be used at times to expedite research material for this podcast.Unless otherwise noted, all Scripture quotations are taken from the Christian StandardBible®, Copyright © 2016 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. ChristianStandard Bible® and CSB® is a federally registered trademark of Holman Bible Publishers.At times, I also quote from the NIV version of the Bible - Scriptures taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Give All to Gain All - Matthew 13:44-58When the child of GodLooks into the word of GodAnd sees the Son of GodThey are transformed by the Spirit of GodInto the image of GodFor the glory of God- Warren WiersbeWhen King Jesus rode a donkey into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday, He was offering Himself up as the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world.Zechariah 9:9 (ESV)9Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion!Shout aloud, O daughter of Jerusalem!Behold, your king is coming to you;righteous and having salvation is he,humble and mounted on a donkey,on a colt, the foal of a donkey.Jesus came into Jerusalem on the very day the sacrificial lambs that would become the Passover lambs were brought into Jerusalem from Bethlehem. Jesus is the Passover Lamb (1 Cor. 5:7) who takes away the sin of the world (John 1:29).Psalm 118:25-26a (ESV)25Save us, we pray, O Lord!O Lord, we pray, give us success!26Blessed is he who comes in the name [authority] of the Lord!Let's do the math: 10 sins a day x 365 days = 3,650 sins per person per year; Multiplying that by 30 years per person equals 109,500 sins per person in a lifetime. Multiplying that by the 117 billion people who have lived in history = 12 quadrillion, 811 trillion, 500 billion sins.- Jim Denison2 Corinthians 5:21 (ESV)21For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.Matthew 27:46 (ESV)46And about the ninth hour Jesus cried out with a loud voice, saying, “Eli, Eli, lema sabachthani?” that is, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?”John 19:30 (ESV)30When Jesus had received the sour wine, he said, “It is finished [Tetelestai]," and he bowed his head and gave up his spirit.Two little parables about the Kingdom's inestimable value - V. 44-46What is the point to us of the parables in verses 44-46? To get the greater treasure the man had to first give up everything he previously treasured. And for us to really get Jesus we have to do the same. But when we give our all to get Jesus, two things happen: we gain more than we could ever imagine, and we also gain what was ours back better than before.Were the whole realm of nature mine, that were a present far too small. Love so amazing, so Divine, demands my soul, my life, my all. - Isaac Watts, Verse 4 of When I Survey the Wondrous CrossLearn to know Christ and Him crucified. Learn to sing to Him and say, “Lord Jesus, you are my righteousness, I am your sin. You have taken upon Yourself what is mine and given me what is Yours. You have become what You were not so that I might become what I was not." - Martin LutherAnother parable about the great ‘sorting' to come - V. 47-50Are you ready for the ‘great sorting' to come after Christ returns?Hebrews 9:27-28 (ESV)27And just as it is appointed for man to die once, and after that comes judgment, 28so Christ, having been offered once to bear the sins of many, will appear a second time, not to deal with sin but to save those who are eagerly waiting for him.Remember from Matthew 13 that we are called to be sowers not sorters! Catch all the people you can for Jesus – He will sort out whether they were truly saved or not. True Disciples will bring forth Scripture treasure - V. 51-52In chapter 13 Jesus spoke of making what was a mystery in the past known now. Those who love Jesus will be able to explain how New Testament truth comes out of Old Testament truth.If you don't take who Jesus is, what He has taught, and what He has done for you seriously, you won't see God do much either. But if you recognize how valuable this faith is, you will give up everything to gain Jesus!

Today's episode is a discussion about conversation. Or maybe it's a conversation about discussion?? No matter, the point is that Isaac Watts has some helpful advice for us if we want to have fruitful interactions with others. You're going to love this conversation! *** If you've considered upgrading your Sistership membership from FREE to Sophie level, now is the time to do that! Next week, we're hosting a live workshop with Elsie Iudicello on a white board tool called Closing Board that is as scrappy as homeschool can get – it's the tool you never knew you needed. To attend the workshop, and so much more, all you have to do is make sure you are a Sophie level member of the Sistership! Just go to scholesisters.com/join and sign up. *** Click here to access today's show notes. Click here to join the FREE area of the Sistership.

Daniel J. Mount and Levi Johnston discuss the best nine songs from Psalm 14.Show NotesFree searchable database of expository songs: https://expositorysongs.com/ Audio version of podcast: https://expositorysongs.buzzsprout.com/ Featured SongsLord, Protect Your People (Psalm 14) - Nathan Clark Georgehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWplWgO22yo O that the Lord's salvation - Henry Francis Lytehttps://hymnary.org/text/o_that_the_lords_salvation The Fool Has Said in His Heart (Psalm 14) - My Soul Among Lions https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=az_pt_yU9os Psalm 14, Let Deliverance Come Out Of Zion - Karl Kohlhasehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30KBzrzI83U O Savior, Come (Psalm 14) - My Soul Among Lions, Jake Mentzel|Philip Moyerhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BF_7mSFHYyU https://songbook.warhornmedia.com/songs/psalm-14-o-savior-come-msal/ Fools in their hearts believe and say - Isaac Watts https://hymnary.org/text/fools_in_their_hearts_believe_and_sayThe Fool Speaks in His Heart - Anonymoushttps://hymnary.org/text/the_fool_speaks_in_his_heart_there_is Psalm 14 - David R. Erbhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WqTxDI9mvyIPsalm 14 - Ian Whitehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5lW2ndgaqEQPsalm 14 (Only Fools) - Randy Gordonhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hoEWqzveTZ8The Fool Speaks In His Heart (OPC Trinity Psalter 2016)https://hymnary.org/text/the_fool_speaks_in_his_heart_there_isSure wicked Fools, devoid of Shame - Francis Hopkinsonhttps://hymnary.org/text/sure_wicked_fools_devoid_of_shameVain foolish Men profanely boast - Martin Luther (Johann Jacobi, trans.)https://hymnary.org/text/vain_foolish_men_profanely_boast 

Welcome to our podcast from Sundays meeting. As it was the first Sunday of the month it was a Cafe Church morning. Ellie led our whole morning assisted by Mae with the worship. Ellie continued our look at the great hymn writers looking at Isaac Watts and When I Survey The Wondrous Cross. During the we created an acrostic of Living Stones, click here to see what we created.

Isaac Watts' influence extends far beyond the hymns he penned. Today, Stephen Nichols reflects on five powerful sayings from Watts, revealing his deep theological insight and enduring impact on Christian worship. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/5-minutes-in-church-history-with-stephen-nichols/isaac-watts-in-5-sayings A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Daniel J. Mount and Chad Berry discuss the best songs from Psalm 13.Show NotesFree searchable database of expository songs: https://expositorysongs.com/ Audio version of podcast: https://expositorysongs.buzzsprout.com/ Featured SongsHow Long, O Lord, How Long (Psalm 13) (Sovereign Grace Music / Matthew Carpenter, Lisa Clow, Brittany Born, David Zimmer)https://sovereigngracemusic.org/music/songs/how-long-o-lord-how-long-psalm-13/  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KdUnNIktxxI How Long, O Lord (Psalm 13) (My Soul Among Lions / Jody Killingsworth, Jake Mentzel)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R00Kl8iwq2E How Long? (Rachel Wilhelm / Jeremy Geddert)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ykxwK2iT9PA How Long? (Michael Card / Michael Card)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xy7ERI2uRPs Psalm 13 (The Corner Room)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mBv21Q_WJp0 How Long, O LORD (Psalm 13) (Abe & Liza Philip / Abe & Liza Philip)https://songsfromscripture.bandcamp.com/track/how-long-o-lord-psalm-13 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yci4Ei917QU How Long (Psalm 13) (Kiran Young Wimberly and The McGraths)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uCig6M87cy8 Psalm 13:5,6 (Catherine Melodie McCluskey)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bFBX8Hmodx4 Song of Lament (Psalm 13) (Alliance Worship)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eBDzuGNL7Zg Consider (Jamie Soles)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qgr89kZOA0EPsalm 13: How Long? (The Psalms Project)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=INXhqpHVFB0 Psalm 13 Word for Word (Zac Fitzsimmons Music)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Umj_bhn6ys How Long, O Lord? (13) (Dan Becker)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_EcZmuuJYKkHow Long O Lord (Psalm 13) (Pete Crockett)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYqv32AMNSURe-tuning challenge:How Long Wilt Thou Forget Me, Lord (Charles Wesley)https://expositorysongs.com/lyrics/how-long-wilt-thou-forget-me-lord-charles-wesley/ How Long Wilt Thou Conceal Thy Face (Psalm 13) (Isaac Watts)https://hymnary.org/text/how_long_wilt_thou_conceal_thy_face How Long Wilt Thou Forget Me (Author unknown)https://hymnary.org/text/how_long_wilt_thou_forget_me_o_lord_t

One of the great hymn writers of all time, Isaac Watts, wrote “When I Survey the Wondrous Cross.” In penning its lyrics, he used the poetic device of paradox to show a contrast in themes: “my richest gain I count but loss” and “pour contempt on all my pride.” We sometimes call these “oxymorons,” words used in seeming contradiction to themselves—like “awfully good” and “jumbo shrimp.” In the case of Watts’s lyrics, this device is far more profound. Jesus used paradox often. “Blessed are the poor in spirit” (Matthew 5:3), He said, suggesting that those who have no hope will receive more than they could ever hope for. Jesus speaks to you and me who’ve lost someone dear (v. 4), assuring us that those who are sad “will be comforted.” Later in His ministry Jesus says, “Many who are first will be last, and many who are last will be first” (19:30). Jesus was showing how in God’s kingdom the common rules of religion don’t apply. These paradoxes tell us that life in Christ defies all expectations: we who are nobodies are cherished as somebodies. It was on the cross that Jesus bore a visual paradox—a crown of thorns. Isaac Watts took this symbol of ridicule and, paradoxically, gave it soaring beauty: “Did e’er such love and sorrow meet, / or thorns compose so rich a crown?” In this we thrill yet are mindful of the final line of the hymn: “Love so amazing, so divine, / demands my soul, my life, my all.”

Segment 1: • Tim Challies Hits Hard: We easily fall into the habit of critiquing sermons rather than learning from them. • What's at Stake? Constant criticism of pastors does little to build us up spiritually. • Biblical Perspective: Matthew 20 reminds us that Scripture isn't random—it's teaching us to focus on Jesus, not just theological nitpicking. Segment 2: • Consumer vs. Servant: Do you approach church expecting to be fed, or expecting to serve? • A Better Way to Listen: Instead of critiquing every word of a sermon, come to church as a needy person, eager to grow. • Matthew 20's Challenge: True greatness in the kingdom isn't found in tearing down but in humbling yourself and serving others. Segment 3: • God's Sovereignty in Your Church: Your pastor is the one God placed in your life for a reason—support and pray for him. • Big Names Aren't Always Better: Older pastors often soften their theology—are we idolizing voices over biblical truth? • Where's Your Assignment? Instead of chasing spiritual celebrity culture, invest in your local church community. Segment 4: • Different Reactions: Why do we mourn some fallen pastors while being outraged by others? • Who Are You Consuming? If a pastor simply echoes your voice, their fall will agitate you. But if they help you love Jesus more, it will grieve you. • Isaac Watts' Warning: Even centuries ago, humanism was creeping into the church—what are we allowing to shape our theology today? ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn't be more thankful for you if we tried!

Welcome back to My Seminary Life. In today's episode, we continue our journey through the birth of Jesus guided by our favorite Christmas hymns. Hymns of Christmas continues with our guides Joy to the World & Oh Come All Ye Faithful as we look at Luke 2:16-20 and discuss how we are given a testimony to declare of God's faithfulness. I also talk about how brilliant Isaac Watts was and how we should all thank the Catholics for one of these hymns today. Facebook & Instagram: @myseminarylifepodContact: emailseminarylife@gmail.comBuy Me a Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/mslpodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MySeminaryLifeshop: https://my-seminary-life-store.creator-spring.com/

Kirk picks apart not one, not two, but twenty one micro-songs by the great They Might Be Giants.What's that blue thing doing here? Who's knocking on the wall? And for that matter, who's that standing out the window? It's time to answer those questions and many more, as Kirk delves into The Might Be Giants' singular collection of mini-songs, "Fingertips." It's a stylistic smorgasbord of sound, with everything from jazz to rock to lounge to... honestly, genre doesn't exist and "Fingertips" proves it. Each tiny song shines for its brief moment of life, and then lives on forever in your imagination. Written by: John Flansburgh and John LinnellAlbum: Apollo 18 (1992)Listen/Buy: Apple Music | Amazon | SpotifyALSO FEATURED/DISCUSSED:"Particle Man," "Birdhouse In Your Soul," and "Minimum Wage" by They Might Be Giants and "Istanbul (Not Constantinople)" by Jimmy Kennedy and Nat Simon from Flood, 1990"Extra Savoir Faire" by TMBG from John Henry, 1994The 2002 documentary Gigantic (A Tale of Two Johns)“The Simpsons Main Title Theme” by Danny Elfman, 1989“Joy To The World” - lyrics by Isaac Watts as performed by Nat “King” ColeOUTRO SOLOIST: Kirk HamiltonKirk is the host of Strong Songs. He lives in Portland, Oregon, where he likes to play the drums. He thinks he's getting good but he can handle criticism.----LINKS-----RECAST RECOMMENDATION: "Samba Party" by Matteo Mancuso from The Journey, 2023SUPPORT STRONG SONGS!Paypal | Patreon.com/StrongsongsMERCH STOREstore.strongsongspodcast.comSOCIAL MEDIAIG: @Kirk_Hamilton | Threads: @Kirk_HamiltonNEWSLETTERnewsletter.kirkhamilton.comJOIN THE DISCORDhttps://discord.gg/GCvKqAM8SmSTRONG SONGS PLAYLISTSSpotify | Apple Music | YouTube MusicSHOW ARTTom Deja, Bossman Graphics--------------------DECEMBER 2024 WHOLE-NOTE PATRONSElizabeth CulverMeryl AllisonRobyn MetcalfeCesarBob TuckerCorpus FriskyBen BarronCatherine WarnerDamon WhiteJay SwartzRushDaniel Hannon-BarryChristopher MillerJamie WhiteChristopher McConnellDavid MascettiJoe LaskaKen HirshMelanie AndrichJenness GardnerNathaniel BauernfeindPaul DelaneyDave SharpeSami SamhuriJeremy DawsonAccessViolationDave FloreyDECEMBER 2024 HALF-NOTE PATRONSChristopher Selby SpinkPhilip KellyDaniel NervoKevin StaffordLawrenceSy JacobsirritableIan PiddAndrew HoferJordan GatenbyMelissa KuhnsAshleySeattle Trans And Nonbinary Choral EnsembleKevin MarceloSamantha CoatesJamesMark NadasdiJeffDan CutterJoseph RomeroOl ParkerJohn BerryDanielle KrizClint McElroyMordok's Vape PenInmar GivoniMichael SingerMerv AdrianJoe GalloLauren KnottsDave KolasHenry MindlinMonica St. AngeloStephen WolkwitzSuzanneRand LeShayMaxeric spMatthew JonesThomasAnthony MentzJames McMurryEthan LaserBrian John PeterAaron WilsonDent EarlCarlos LernerMisty HaisfieldAbraham BenrubiLee R.Chris KotarbaLynda MacNeilDick MorganBen SteinSusan GreenGrettir AsmundarsonSean MurphyRandal VegterKaya WoodallRobert Granatdave malloyTim RosenwongAlan MaassNick GallowayHeather Jjohn halpinPeter HardingDavidJohn BaumanMartín SalíasStu BakerSteve MartinoDr Arthur A GrayCarolinaGary PierceMatt BaxterLuigi BocciaE Margaret WartonCharles McGeeCatherine ClauseEthan BaumanKenIsWearingAHatJordan BlockAaron WadeJeff UlmDavid FutterJamieDeebsPortland Eye CareRichard SneddonJanice BerryDoreen CarlsonDavid McDarbyWendy GilchristElliot RosenLisa TurnerPaul WayperMiles FormanBruno GaetaKenneth JungZak RemerRishi SahayJeffrey BeanJason ReitmanAilie FraserRob TsukNATALIE MISTILISJosh SingerAmy Lynn ThornsenAdam WKelli BrockingtonVictoria Yumino caposselaSteve PaquinDavid JoskeBernard KhooRobert HeuerDavid NoahGeraldine ButlerMadeleine MaderJason PrattAbbie BergDoug BelewDermot CrowleyAchint SrivastavaRyan RairighMichael BermanLinda DuffyBonnie PrinsenLiz SegerEoin de BurcaKevin PotterM Shane BordersDallas HockleyJason GerryNell MorseNathan GouwensLauren ReayEric PrestemonCookies250Angela LivingstoneDiane HughesMichael CasnerLowell MeyerStephen TsoneffJoshua HillGeoff GoldenPascal RuegerRandy SouzaClare HolbertonDiane TurnerTom ColemanDhu WikMelmaniacEric HelmJonathan DanielsCaro FieldNaomi WatsonDavid CushmanAlexanderChris KGavin DoigSam FennTanner MortonAJ SchusterJennifer BushDavid StroudBrad CallahanAmanda FurlottiAndrew BakerAndrew FairL.B. MorseBill ThorntonBrian AmoebasBrett DouvilleJeffrey OlsonMatt BetzelNate from KalamazooMelanie StiversRichard TollerAlexander PolsonJustin McElroyArjun SharmaJames JohnsonKevin MorrellColin Hodo

This week Pastor Brent looks at the classic Christmas hymn, "Joy to the World." And while this is among the most popular Christmas songs, the original writer--Isaac Watts--intended this song to focus on Christ's *second* coming, not His first. Yes, Jesus came as a humble servant, but one day, He will return as a conquering King restoring the world to its intended peace.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we examined the origins of the popular Christmas song, "Joy to the World." It was written by Isaac Watts, an English writer and theologian. The song was intended to be sung year-round, and it's based on Psalm 98. Our special guest was author, speaker, and podcaster Kathi Lipp. She shared about meal prepping and holiday plans. Her new book is called Sabbath Soup: Weekly Menus and Rhythms to Make Space for a Day of Rest. Finally, we also mentioned that Moody has several Christmas specials to enjoy, including the Karl and Crew Special. You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew podcast. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This month's Deep Dive series is all about family dynamics. Listen to the whole playlist on Spotify. Are you the “bad parent” in your home? The enforcer of bedtimes, the keeper of deadlines, the stern shusher in the church pew? Or are you the “good parent,” the authority figure more likely to agree that time is a construct and that ice cream not only can, but should, be what's for dinner? This week we're breaking down  how this dynamic plays out in each of our homes whether the primary caregiver has to always be stuck with the Killer of Joy role how this can play out when parents are divorced how drill sergeants can ease up on the oversight how the “good time Charlies” can become more aware  As in most things, change is possible when we watch our stories. These aren't roles that have to harden in amber and then never change. The Carrier of the Diaper Bag and The Worrier of All Potential Outcomes deserves to kick back once in a while too.  Here are links to some of resources we discuss in the episode:  Isaac Watts' poem “Love Between Brothers and Sisters” Julia Austin for Madame Noire: How The Good Cop/Bad Cop Parenting Dynamic Ruins Marriages James Lehman for Empowering Parents: Good Cop/Bad Cop Parenting This clip from the movie The Great Santini Our episode Parenting as a Team We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/ Future Fans: helping little kids become BIG fans - https://www.futurefans.com What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Margaret Ables and Amy Wilson. mom friends, funny moms, parenting advice, parenting experts, parenting tips, mothers, families, parenting skills, parenting strategies, parenting styles, busy moms, self-help for moms, manage kid's behavior, teenager, tween, child development, family activities, family fun, parent child relationship, decluttering, kid-friendly, invisible workload, default parent, preferred parent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This sermon emphasizes joy in the face of difficulties, using Psalm 98 as the main text, which is the psalm that Isaac Watts based his hymn, “Joy To The World” off of. Pastor Kyle explains that true joy stems from understanding Jesus' work—His salvation offered to all through His death and resurrection. Even thought we all have struggles in life, they don't need to diminish the joy we can have when we keep the eternal perspective of salvation and heaven The post Psalm 98 – Christmas Joy appeared first on Island Pond Baptist Church.

WELCOME TO THE CITADEL CHURCH ONLINE! We are so excited to connect with you this week! We pray you are blessed & that you find a place to belong here in our community. Join us in this special holiday series, Songs of the Season, as we explore the profound meaning behind the beloved Christmas songs. In this episode we'll look at a classic hymn "Joy to the World" and its surprising origins. Pastor Craig dives into how Psalms 98 inspired Isaac Watts to write this timeless song and how it wasn't originally intended as a Christmas carol. We'll unpack the deeper theological significance of joy in Christian worship, examining the connection of the song and how Jesus's reign of love gives us lasting reason to rejoice. This episode challenges listeners to reflect on how we receive God in our lives and what it truly means to be joyful participants in God's kingdom and asks use to look for the deeper significance in some of our favorite holiday classics. UPDATE YOUR EMAIL INFO HERE: www.citadelnyc.church/ Next Steps: www.citadelnyc.church/next-steps YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CitadelNYC.church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CitadelNYC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/citadelnyc_church/ Website: citadelnyc.church

Thursday 28th November: Isaac Watts by St Martin's Voices

I will share with you several artifacts associated with Watts, including three girls samplers, on which Watts' texts are embroidered. I also share with you my first published piece, sung by the Sacred Nine Singers!To view pics of the artifacts, visit https://sacrednine.com/podguestnews

Is the Hackney town of Stoke Newington a place of true stoke or is it simply just a name? Perhaps the Father of English Hymnody, Isaac Watts, who wrote the most stoke inducing hymn of all time may provide a clue within his lyrics. Take a virtual historical stroll through Stoke Newington and more with Strider.  Strider's Special Makin' Memories Raw Dog Captain Hat Sources: britannica.comworldhistory.org 'Gnosticism' by Rebecca Denova 2021, pastemagazine.com by ‘Hackney Why You Must Make Time For This Underrated London Neighborhood' by Bryony Parker 2022, stokenewingtonhistory.com, thehistorypress.co.uk ‘Stoke Newington: The Dissenting History of a London Parish' by Rab MacWilliam 2021, wikipedia.org

Roy Jenkins looks at the life, work and continuing influence of Isaac Watts, the great hymn-writer who was born in Southampton 350 years ago. Of the six or seven hundred hymns he composed a good handful are sung each week in services across the denominations, and some have become fixed points in worship for Easter, Christmas and even Remembrance Sunday. Ironically, some have made their way into Anglican hymnaries, despite the fact that Watts and his family faced severe privations for not worshipping at an Anglican church - his father was imprisoned on several occasions for being a 'dissenter'. Certain hymns (notably 'Joy to the World') have been translated into many languages, including Cherokee, German, French, Zulu Welsh. Celebrated in his day as a profound thinker, poet and logician Watts' influence is felt far and wide for introducing the practice of making emotionally expressive hymns an integral part of worship.

Join us for a study of Hymn 629 in The Lutheran Hymnal, "Let Children Hear the Mighty Deeds" by Isaac Watts (and Bernard Schumacher - verse 4), based on Psalm 78:1-8. Learn about the man who wrote this hymn and meditate on the Scriptural foundation for it in this episode.  It is our prayer that the study will familiarize you with the hymn so that it is more meaningful when you sing it in church. May the LORD bless our efforts in Christian Education to the glory of His name and the building up of His kingdom among us!  

This is message 20 in the Seven Churches of Revelation. Revelation 3:7-13 The Philadelphia church age, covering the years 1700 to 1900, was a dynamic period marked by a surge in missions work and spiritual revival. This era witnessed the influential efforts of the Moravians, who pioneered the mordern missionary movement under the leaders like Count Nicholas von Zinzendorf. Their global missionary activities were complemented by spiritual awakenings across Europe and America, notable through figures like John and Charles Wesley and the impactful preaching of George Whitfield and Jonathan Edwards. This period also saw the rise of significant cult movements as a counterforce, challenging the orthodoxy of the expanding Christian faith. Don't forget to download our app for more from the Riverview Baptist Church. http://onelink.to/rbcapp Find more at https://riverviewbc.com/ Donate through Pushpay https://pushpay.com/pay/riverviewbc

Today on the Christian History Almanac we remember Isaac Watts and his role in shaping modern hymnody and singing in church. Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education What's New from 1517: When You Meet Jesus | Gospel Encounters Conference Pre-order: Hitchhiking with Prophets: A Ride Through the Salvation Story of the Old Testament by Chad Bird 30 Minutes in the NT on Youtube Remembering Rod Rosenbladt Encouragement for Motherhood Edited by Katie Koplin More from the hosts: Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (gillespie.media).

***First, listen to Episode #93 for Part 1!*** Isaac Watts is regarded as the "Godfather of English hymnody," having penned some of the greatest hymns that we still sing today! Lesser known is the family who became his benefactors so that he was able to accomplish so much during his lifetime. In this episode, Tracie is joined by Abigail Medford, who tells the story of the unique connection between Isaac Watts and his generous friends, the Abneys. How did this aristocratic family help Isaac Watts to become one of the greatest hymn writers of all time? You will have to listen to find out! Please let us know what you think by rating and reviewing this podcast in Spotify or Apple Podcasts! You can also leave a comment on each episode and share what helped you most so that others can decide if it would help them, too! If you know of someone who can be helped by listening to the Abundant Living Podcast, please share this podcast with them. We love hearing from our listeners, whether through comments on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠or messaging us on our website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠christianladiesfellowship.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. You may also apply to be a part of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our private Facebook group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, but be sure to answer all the questions and agree to the group rules when you click to join. You can also email Tracie directly at tburns@immanueljax.org. Thank you for being part of this uplifting and encouraging community of ladies who want to live abundantly for the Lord!

Isaac Watts is regarded as the "Godfather of English hymnody," having penned some of the greatest hymns that we still sing today! Lesser known is the family who became his benefactors so that he was able to accomplish so much during his lifetime. In this episode, Tracie is joined by Abigail Medford, who tells the story of the unique connection between Isaac Watts and his generous friends, the Abneys. How did this aristocratic family help Isaac Watts to become one of the greatest hymn writers of all time? You will have to listen to find out! ***Listen to Episode #94 for Part 2!*** Please let us know what you think by rating and reviewing this podcast in Spotify or Apple Podcasts! You can also leave a comment on each episode and share what helped you most so that others can decide if it would help them, too! If you know of someone who can be helped by listening to the Abundant Living Podcast, please share this podcast with them. We love hearing from our listeners, whether through comments on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠or messaging us on our website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠christianladiesfellowship.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. You may also apply to be a part of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our private Facebook group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, but be sure to answer all the questions and agree to the group rules when you click to join. You can also email Tracie directly at tburns@immanueljax.org. Thank you for being part of this uplifting and encouraging community of ladies who want to live abundantly for the Lord!

Step into The Choir Room where the harmonious blend of voices isn't just about music—it's a testament to the power of community and faith. Greg is joined by passionate co-hosts Dorian Johnson and Mietta Stancil-Farrar, and together they usher in a symphony of discussion on the resurgent love for choir and corporate singing. This episode promises a soulful journey through the hymn of the week that ties us to the divine, as Dorian spotlights Isaac Watts' "How Sweet and Awesome is the Place.” It's a weekly dose of musical enlightenment that will leave you pondering the depth of fellowship and grace.But we don't just celebrate the past; we're also fine-tuning the present and composing the future of choral singing.  Mietta leads us in our CRQ as we deliberate on the delicate balance of choir size, and the role of Section Leaders. We weigh the merits of inclusivity against the need for harmonious excellence and the desire for numbers.This first episode of 2024, Greg brings us updates on the exciting future of the podcast and what's in the pipeline of Metromusic & Arts for this year. In the spirit of new beginnings, he reveals 'The Gathering', our latest initiative for impromptu singing, and breathe new life into our Artist Referral Service. Our notes rise higher as we commit to fostering a robust arts community and present an unblemished gospel through both melody and mission. Subscribe and stay in tune with us for a year where music and ministry harmonize beautifully.Perpetuating and Promoting the Christian and Positive Idea Through the Medium of Music and Other Arts.

The hymn writer Isaac Watts once wrote, “Learning to trust is one of life's most difficult tasks.” This can be especially true in our relationship with God. When our life experience does not seem to line up with our view of God, it can lead us to question God. Learning to trust God in any circumstance is part of what it means to grow in faith. Sometime after Abram's rescue of Lot, God appeared to Abram and said, “Do not be afraid, Abram. I am your shield, your very great reward” (v. 1). What a wonderful promise! Yet, Abram did not immediately respond in gratitude. Instead, he asked God, “What can you give me since I remain childless?” (v. 2). In other words, “How can I trust this new promise since You haven't come through on your first promise yet?” In response, God reaffirmed His original promise (v. 4). But then He asked Abram to come outside. Imagine following Abram through the tent door to gaze at the night sky. God commanded Abram, “Look up and the sky and count the stars...so shall your offspring be” (v. 5). In response, “Abram believed the LORD” (v. 6). God reminded Abram that He was the creator of the stars. The God who is powerful enough to create the universe would be powerful enough to keep His promises. Through this experience, Abram learned to trust in God's word more than his own experience or reasoning. Because of this, God “credited it to him as righteousness” (v. 6). God also calls us to live in faith, to trust His Word and the finished work of Jesus. As the Apostle Paul reminds us, “The words ‘it was credited to him' were written not for him alone, but also for us, to whom God will credit righteousness—for us who believe in him who raised Jesus our Lord from the dead” (Rom. 4:22–23). Go Deeper Why did gazing up at the stars help Abram's faith? Take a moment to step outside tonight and worship the Creator.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did you know that one of the most beloved songs we sing at Christmas isn't really about Christmas? In this message, Tim Jacobs shares about why Joy to the World Isn't a Christmas Song. Tim also shares why this song is a hope-filled song - a song about the second (not the first) coming of Jesus.

Durante Navidad, a menudo entonamos el himno Al mundo paz. En este episodio de 5 Minutos en la Historia de la Iglesia, Stephen Nichols nos habla de la vida de Isaac Watts, el hombre que compuso la letra de esta querida canción. Lee la transcripción: https://es.ligonier.org/podcasts/5-minutos-en-la-historia-de-la-iglesia-con-stephen-nichols/feliz-navidad-sr-watts Una iniciativa de Ministerios Ligonier apoyada por donantes. Haz tu donativo: https://gift.ligonier.org/1119/spanish-outreach

Did you know that “Joy to the World” was not written as a Christmas carol? In its original form, it had nothing to do with Christmas. It wasn't even written to be a song.   Isaac Watts was one of the great hymn writers in church history, and nothing shows that better than the fact that he wrote one of his most famous hymns entirely by accident. In 1719, Watts published a book of poems in which each poem was based on a psalm.   One of those poems was an adaptation of Psalm 98, which Watts interpreted as a celebration of Jesus' role as King of both His church and the whole world. More than a century later, the second half of this poem was slightly adapted and set to music to give us what has become one of the most famous of all Christmas carols: Joy to the World.   Joy to the world, the Lord is come Let earth receive her King Let every heart prepare Him room And Heaven and nature sing   Instead of celebrating the birth of Christ, like most hymns, this carol is all about the triumphant return of Christ. Ponder that as you sing along at home, in the car, or in the pew at church.   Christmas is so much more than Jesus' birthday—it's the recognition by believers that Jesus was born, died for our sins, rose again...and that He will return someday to make all things right!   Let's pray.   Dear Lord Jesus, today we do celebrate your birth. We picture you with your earthly mother and father, Mary and Joseph, and we celebrate you coming into this world. Thank you for renewing our joy and reminding us that you are truly our King of Kings for all time, and you will return to make all things new. It's in your holy name that we pray, amen.

Thank you for giving to support this ministry. You can go here to find out more. It's the first Friday of Advent in the Church Calendar. December 8, 2023 Our general order and lectionary comes from the Book of Common Prayer Daily Office. We'll sing “Joy to the World” by George Handel and Isaac Watts with a prayer of confession. We'll read Psalms 16 and 17 followed by the Gloria Patri. Our Scripture lesson is Jude 1-16. We'll say the Apostles' Creed, the Lord's Prayer, and the Collect of the Day followed by a time of spontaneous, prompted prayer. If you have a prayer request please submit it here. Sign up here for the email list. Morning Prayer and Worship is a production of Steady Stream Ministries, a 501(c)(3) non profit organization.  Join our Facebook group here! Photo: Hanukkah NIght One, by me. First Sunday of Advent - Almighty God, give us grace to cast away the works of darkness, and put on the armor of light, now in the time of this mortal life in which your Son Jesus Christ came to visit us in great humility; that in the last day, when he shall come again in his glorious majesty to judge both the living and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through him who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/prayerandworship/message

On Culture Friday, a Federal Judge gets shouted down by law students; Collin Garbarino reviews three movies streaming this weekend that are better than the Shazam! Sequel; and on Word Play, George Grant delves into the legacy of Isaac Watts' hymn writing. Plus: a downpour of worms in China, and the Friday Morning news.Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate. Additional supportcomes from Africa Inland Mission – partnering with churches for gospel outreach among Africa's unreached peoples. More at aimus.org And from Dordt University. See for yourself why Dordt offers outstanding academic programs and a Christ-centered community. More at Dordt.edu/visit Join WORLD's multimedia training for college students and recent graduates. Accepted students receive hands-on instruction from expert journalists and a full scholarship. Apply at wji.world by March 31st.

Like the sacred songs of the Advent season, Lenten hymns are wonderful tools for theological instruction and worship.