101 More Hymn Stories: The Inspiring True Stories Behind 101 Favorite Hymns [Paperback]

Kenneth W. Osbeck (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 30, 1985

(Foreword by Cliff Barrows) More inspiring stories behind the hymns of past and contemporary favorites.

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About the Author

Kenneth W. Osbeck (LittD, Cornerstone University; MA, University of Michigan) taught for thirty-five years at Grand Rapids Baptist School of the Bible and Music and at Grand Rapids Baptist College. He also served as music director for Children's Bible Hour, Radio Bible Class, and several churches. He is the author of several books, including the best-selling Amazing Grace: 366 Inspiring Hymn Stories for Daily Devotions; 101 Hymn Stories; Hallelujah, What a Savior!; 25 Most Treasured Gospel Hymn Stories; and Joy to the World.

Product Details

• Paperback: 328 pages
• Publisher: Kregel Publications (June 30, 1985)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0825434203
• ISBN-13: 978-0825434204
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6.1 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #105,011 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #93 in Books > Christian Books & Bibles > Evangelism > Preaching

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61 of 61 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars XLNT resource for Christians, especially home educators, October 13, 1998

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This review is from: 101 More Hymn Stories: The Inspiring True Stories Behind 101 Favorite Hymns (Paperback)

101 More Hymns provides not only the histories of by-gone hymn authors and composers. It provides the complete sheet music. Some of these hymns are not found in the current hymn books. This is an excellent resource for anyone interested in older hymns and hymn histories. My children highly recommend this book as does as their mother.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Once again, Ken Osbeck does a great job., December 8, 2004

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K. Mahood, Ph D "musikdok" (Northern Virginia, United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 101 More Hymn Stories: The Inspiring True Stories Behind 101 Favorite Hymns (Paperback)

I tend to be conservative in my reviews, but Mr. Osbeck rightly deserves the highest marks for his ability to bring a meaningful story to each of the wonderful hymns many have loved for so long. Behind each of the hymns there lies some fascinating information. While some might see merely an odd assortment of facts, Ken Osbeck has clearly used his gift as an author to mold these facts into a wonderful story. These stories are not fiction--- they are all true because behind each hymn lies the story of it's authors: the lyricist (who wrote the words) and the composer (the writer of the musical melody). I would urge the reader to purchase not only this, but the other books about hymns written by Kenneth Osbeck. Truly, this man has answered a calling: to shed light on the reasons why hymnwriters wrote those deeply spiritual and personally meaningful words. Today, in an age where traditional hymns are being used less and less, I personally believe this book is even more important: because the problems and situations hymnwriters faced were really not very different than our own. And while I enjoy the new trend in "Worship and Praise" music, I still enjoy performing the old hymns and reading the stories behind them. Bottom line? Very highly recommended.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding, August 6, 2005

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M. Logan (Forest, VA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 101 More Hymn Stories: The Inspiring True Stories Behind 101 Favorite Hymns (Paperback)

This is simply the best and most completely researched volume on hymns, their music and text. The author has done a masterful job of writing stories about the words and music. You get a sense of the people, personalities and their times. This gives a depth and richness to the hymns. This book also honors the music as well as the poetry. Music is presented in its entirety. The author also has given quotations and poetry at the end of each chapter. This is the reference if you are interested in stories about hymns.