Then Sings My Soul Book 2: 150 of the World's Greatest Hymn Stories

by Robert J. Morgan, Gloria Gaither (Foreword by)

Have you ever wanted to learn more about hymns, but weren't sure where to start? In this follow-up to his bestselling original book, pastor Robert J. Morgan shares the incredible stories behind 150 beloved traditional hymns of faith.

Each week millions of Christians around the world use hymns composed by believers from every era and branch of Christianity to join voices in praise--singing psalms and hymns, making melody in their hearts to praise the Lord. Pastor Robert Morgan's goal is to keep these traditional hymns vital and meaningful to all generations.

Then Sings My Soul: Book 2 will help readers reacquaint themselves with 150 additional beloved hymns of the faithful. These devotional-style stories show the emotion and drama behind the hymns of faith that have changed many lives throughout history--from the people whose faith led them to write these wonderful hymns to the people whose faith was affected by reading, hearing, and singing them.

Then Sings My Soul: Book 2 contains:


Words and music to 150 traditional hymns not included in the first book
Short, devotional-style stories providing context on each hymn
Hymn index for easy reference
Perfect for use as a daily devotional, teaching illustration, or for song leaders and music ministers
The original Then Sings My Soul was an instant classic with more than 1.3 million copies sold. Then Sings My Soul: Book 2 is also designed to be personally reflective, with lyrics and stories behind the hymns that will speak to your soul, strengthen your faith, and deepen your understanding of God as you worship Him through song.

Genres: Music, Nonfiction, Christian, Christianity, Faith, Reference, Christian Non Fiction

320 pages, Paperback

Published September 10, 2004

Reviews

[John · Rating 4 out of 5]

As with volume 1, volume 2 tells the stories behind more hymns. Some entries are about the songs themselves, others about the authors, and still others are about the influence of those hymns on others. Each story is interesting, though some more than others. However, my biggest issue with this volume is the same as with volume 1: The author rarely cites any sources. I've read a few other books like this and oftentimes the stories don't line up with each other. At times, they are even contradictory. Cited sources would assist the reader to come to a conclusion for themselves regarding what's fact and what's fiction. Regardless of this omission, the book was still both enjoyable and insightful.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a very good book, found it cheap at a used bookstore. I loved the hymn lyrics and notes on the scale on one side and the story about it, or in relation to it, on the other. There were a few hymns that weren't fully Biblical like ones about asking Jesus into your heart, so I'm not learning those. But otherwise very good, I would like to find book 1:)

[Sharon Weinschreider · Rating 2 out of 5]

See my review for volume 1. This is the same.

[Sawn Medrano · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting to know how all these spirituals and Hymns first came about.

[Keli Wright · Rating 5 out of 5]

I found this book on Amazon.com. It has the words and music for hymns and then a devotional style story about who wrote the hymn and any inspirational stories associated with the hymn. I really enjoyed reading it and learning the trivia behind these hymns. I was also surprised to see many hymns that I thought were just LDS hymns in this book. All in all I really liked it.

[Brian Wilcox · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent overview of the origins of great hymns. Interesting to see how these, usually poems initially, arose out of personal life experience. Interesting background to many hymns oft-used, especially in evangelical churches.

[Dylan · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really like reading these as a daily devotional. There are some amazing stories behind some of the hymns and it made me appreciate early American Christianity in new ways as the stories were woven through the civil war, racism, immigration from Europe and many other situations.

[NancyInWI · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book of hymn origins. I used this as an evening devotional. My son bought me the 3rd book for Christmas which I'll use next.

[Ruth · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really enjoyed reading about the hymns.

[Nancy Chambers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book and interesting about many of the hymns were written. Good to use as a devotional.

[Stacy · Rating 3 out of 5]

The second book in the series is a great resource that I've added to my devotional time. I enjoyed the short biographical sections and the Bible verses that went along with them.

[Gelene · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent! I love reading the stories behind songs. This did not disappoint. Definitely recommend!