101 More Hymn Stories: The Inspiring True Stories Behind 101 Favorite Hymns

by Kenneth W. Osbeck

The inspiring stories behind the hymns of additional past and contemporary favorites with the musical score included.

Genres: Music, Christian, Nonfiction, History, Christianity, Religion, Biography

328 pages, Paperback

First published June 30, 1985

About the author

A native of Michigan, Kenneth W. Osbeck entered the world on December 13, 1924. A World War II veteran, he earned a Master of Arts degree from the University of Michigan. He was well-known for his sixteen books related to hymn stories and music ministry, and he was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Letters degree from Cornerstone University. He taught music and fine arts for 35 years on the faculty of Cornerstone University and the Grand Rapids School of the Bible and Music. He served as minister of music in seven churches in the Grand Rapids area, and he directed music for the Children's Bible Hour, Youth for Christ, the Radio Bible Class, and Diadem Records.

After he retired from teaching, he and his wife, Betty, traveled extensively for many years presenting over 600 dramatized hymn story programs.

His books about the stories behind our hymns will live on as a memorial to his love for God and our worship of Him. His books included 101 Hymn Stories; 101 More Hymn Stories; the best-selling Amazing Grace: 366 Inspiring Hymn Stories for Daily Devotions; Hallelujah, What a Savior!; 25 Most Treasured Gospel Hymn Stories; and Joy to the World.

Reviews

[Avis Anderson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Avis

Love these books. I love to know the people behind the hymns. Perfect books. Good gospel background. I really recommend

[LAMONT D · Rating 5 out of 5]

More hymns that I grew up with in the church. My Dad's all-time favorite "When the Roll Is Called Up Yonder, I'll Be There" is one of many that I can easily sing along as I read through the story behind the hymn. My only critique of this and his first book of hymns is they appear in alphabetical order by title. I would rather have them in thematic, time era or some sort of order based upon the author and/or composer. That said he does give an index of the authors, translators, composers and tune names at the back of each book. This book was given to me by my Mom and Dad back in 1990 so it will always carry special meaning.

[Tom James · Rating 4 out of 5]

An additional book on the backgrounds of the lyricists and composers of the favourite hymns of the Churches in the English-speaking world. Provides valuable information about both famous and obscure writers of Christian music from the past (although a couple of contemporary hymns are in the volume as well). An excellent resource for the church historian as well as the one who wishes to combine music with Scripture reading for devotional purposes.

[Covenant Presbyterian Springfield Ohio]

Call Number: 783.9 OSB(2)

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