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This hymn is known as "The Love Song of the Welsh Revival." It was the central hymn throughout the 12 months of the 1904 revival across Wales. "It was a movement that went uniquely beyond key individuals in one place" (Kristyn Getty). It comprised many people, gathering in little churches all over Wales. There were no advertisements or promotions to draw attention to it. The testimonies of those who witnessed it described it as little fires popping up throughout the landscape with no organization, common spark, or traceable connection. "It was a revival of prayer and song, of repentance, and of confidence in God's Word" (Kristyn Getty). Here Is Love was written, initially in only two verses, by a Welsh independent preacher named William Rees toward the end of his life. Rees was well-known and recognized by his contemporaries for his gift of preaching. But it wasn't until roughly 30 years after his death that his hymn would have an impact still felt...

This is an Isaac Watts hymn from 1719. But, as incredible as Watts was at writing hymns, and many hymns he did, we’re not going to look into Watt’s story or the historical events surrounding the time of its writing. We’re not even going to explore how Psalm 72 is the basis of this hymn. Instead, we’re going to examine a story of impact.   A few weeks ago, the 2024 Summer Olympics closed in Paris, France, completing the anniversary games of those held 100 years ago. Time will reveal what becomes the most memorable athletic achievement of these 2024 summer games, but it's likely to be a particular break-dancing athlete. However,  Eric Liddell was most remembered for his part in the 1924 Summer Games one hundred years ago.   If you've seen the movie Chariots of Fire, you know his story. Eric was best at the 100-meter sprint, but he refused to compete because the Olympic heats would be held on a Sunday. His knowledge of the schedule months ahea...