Think about the worshipful lyrics of "Holy, Think Holy, Holy," Town of Bethlehem," the bold declaration made ," the quiet reverence in "O Little by "O for a Thousand Tongues." They are some of our greatest hymns-powerful words that help us grasp the reality of faith, set to beautiful music that touches our hearts.

The stories behind the hymns are powerful as well. In this book the authors have detailed the intriguing and often painful circumstances from which many of our best-loved hymns came. They are stories about the private struggles and deep joy these hymn writers experienced-stories that give their already-meaningful songs even more significance.

Favorite Men Hymn Writers is a great resource for worship services, sermon illustra-tions, devotional talks, small groups, home schools, and private devotions.