100 Favorite Hymns: Devotions for Worship and Reflection (A 100-Day Devotional) – The Perfect Christian New Year's Resolution Gift for Women

by Thomas Nelson Publishers

Cultivate a deeper appreciation for timeless hymns while drawing closer to God.

Whether you are learning more about the beloved hymns that compose a soundtrack for your spiritual life or you are discovering their timeless beauty for the first time, 100 Favorite Hymns offers a unique way to draw closer to the God of every generation.

This beautiful devotional will stir your heart as you reflect on the powerful words of our most-loved hymns. Select devotions feature the personal stories of the hymn writers themselves, many of whom endured deep suffering, unrelenting trials, and redemptive triumphs. Explore the hearts and histories behind favorite hymns such as:


The Old Rugged Cross
In the Garden
Amazing Grace
Blessed Assurance
This Little Light of Mine
100 Favorite Hymns:


Features colorful botanical-themed illustrations, making this a beautiful gift for birthdays, holidays, Mother's Day, and Father's Day
Provides inspirational ways to start or end each day for worship leaders, music teams, and anyone who enjoys hymns
Offers readers a devotional opportunity to cultivate a deeper appreciation for timeless hymns while drawing closer to God
If you enjoy 100 Favorite Hymns, check out other books in the series: 100 Favorite Bible Verses and 100 Favorite Bible Prayers.

Genres: Christian, Nonfiction

208 pages, Hardcover

Published December 29, 2020

Reviews

[Meaghan Recollet · Rating 4 out of 5]

So awesome to learn these hymns with the kids, and their history.

[Linda Galella]

A collection of classic hymns that are arranged into short devotions in the Thomas Nelson “100 Favorites” series, for the Countrymen Giftbook division.

This is a small format hardcover that’s made well, is in muted colors, has a ribbon marker and a place to write a gifting message. There are 100 hymns broken into 100 very short devotions, each one ending with a prayer that’s about 2 lines long.

Most of the hymns are classics from the 16th - 19th centuries. They cover all categories, (A Mighty Fortress, Peace Like A River) and seasons, (Silent Night, Up From the Grave He Arose), and include a few kids hymns, (Jesus Loves Me, This Little Light).

The devotions are brief and speak a bit about the composer/hymn, the scripture it relates to, the impetus behind it or an experience the author had. This is not an in-depth devotional book but more of an inspirational guide that can be used to supplement daily quiet times or add something special to a study.

My only criticism of this book is the font used for the large, colored script. I found it quite difficult to read on many occasions and actually couldn’t figure out what the word(s) were.

All things considered, a good devotional book with thoughtful messages 📚

[Debra Slonek · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thoroughly enjoyed this beautiful and beautifully written devotional which is based on 100 different hymns. This nicely bound, hardcover book has a gorgeous cover. The cover art continues onto the spine and back cover as well…so pretty. Also, the illustrations throughout the book are lovely.

As I read through this book, I found myself humming and singing the hymns that I know and love. I enjoyed learning the backstories behind the hymns and the song writers.

Reading through this book was like a trip down memory lane for me. I was reminded of hymns that I had not heard in many years. Many of the great hymns were born out of great heartache and difficult life experiences.

This lovely book would make a great gift for any worship leaders or hymn lovers. Read it and be blessed.

[Shala Reads]

I read about a lot of uplifting hymns that I had never heard about through this book and the encouraging stories behind the people who wrote them. This is a good, light, devotional book, despite it using NIV verses (I just looked them up in my King James Version Bible). There was one story behind a hymn that was inaccurate, but apart from that it was a pleasant read. Stacy Edwards wrote a lot about drawing closer to God and about telling other people about God's salvation which is crucial.

[Rosie · Rating 3 out of 5]

A collection of the stories behind some of the most well-known hymns arranged in a devotional type format. Each story has a Scripture and a few closing thoughts to go along with the particular hymn. There is also a place for the reader to write out their own list of favorite hymns. The design of the book would definitely make this a great gift for any music lover.

[Megan Fields · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a moving and fascinating book that took 100 popular hymns and wrote the history and the stories behind each of them. I learned so much new information about some of my favorite hymns. I was also moved by some messages from hymns I am not familiar with. This was a great devotional to read!

[Danielle · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thoroughly enjoyed this. I sometimes think I do not know many hymns, but almost every one in here made me sing along. I appreciated the gentle tone and insights.

[Julie Swee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Simple and easy to read chapters with reminders of hymns I forgot about which is exactly what I wanted.

[Lori Myers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Easy to read, encouraging and joyfilled! A great gift to share!

[Amber · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was pleasantly surprised by this book. I picked it up on a whim at Barnes & Noble - which isn't known for carrying theological sound books! Yet it was actually good! A nice little devotional that I incorporated into our homeschool read aloud basket. It gives a little background story for each hymn and a very short devotional.