“Do movies, songs, or other forms of artistic expression easily make you cry? Tell us about a recent tear-jerking experience!”
Yes, singing, especially old hymns in acapella, can move me to tears. My own singing often is interrupted by a flow of emotion as I sing the words that lift up my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
The Bible is FILLED with verses that describe singing as a way to praise the Lord.
Oh come, let us sing to the Lord; let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation! ~ Psalm 95:1
One of my favorites, beautifully done. Such a poignant story behind this song.
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Yes. This is the song written after the composer of the hymn lost his family at sea. I checked Wikipedia and found a fact I didn’t know.
Sounds like a “Part II” blog post in the future. Thanks so much for reading and taking the time to comment. It is appreciated! 🙂
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I didn’t know that part, either. Thanks!
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Have you heard the Wailin’ Jennys? Strange coincidence but just as I started writing this, they came on my ipod in the other room—out of 700 songs recorded there! I love these synchronicities..Here’s a link to my favorite song of theirs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bc6HloRYZGc. Judy
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No, but I have now! Thanks so much. I will definitely go back and listen to more of the songs listed beside the one you included in your comment.
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