Mother Teresa’s biography Mother Teresa, originally named Anjezë Gonxhe Bojaxhiu, came into the world on August 26, 1910, in Skopje, which is now the capital of North Macedonia. She was a Roman Catholic nun and missionary who devoted her life to helping the poor, sick, and those in need. She’s one of the most recognized …
Through his sermons, publications, and public appearances, Billy Graham, who was one of the most influential Christian evangelists of the 20th century, left behind a treasure of wisdom and inspiration for future generations. The following is a selection of Billy Graham’s most famous comments, which continue to serve as a source of motivation and encouragement …
Onward, Christian Soldiers Onward, Christian soldiers, marching as to war,With the cross of Jesus going on before.Christ, the royal Master, leads against the foe;Forward into battle see His banners go! Chorus:Onward, Christian soldiers, marching as to war,With the cross of Jesus going on before. At the sign of triumph Satan’s host doth flee;On then, Christian …
I Heard The Voice Of Jesus Say I heard the voice of Jesus say“Come unto Me and rest;Lay down, thou weary one, lay downThy head upon My breast.”I came to Jesus as I wasWeary and worn and sad;I found in Him a resting placeAnd He has made me glad. I heard the voice of Jesus …
“Just as I Am” is a Christian hymn, written by Charlotte Elliott in 1835, first appearing in the Christian Remembrancer, of which Elliott became the editor in 1836. The final verse is taken from Elliott’s Hours of Sorrow Cheered and Comforted (1836). Just as I am – without one plea,But that Thy blood was shed for me,And …
The hymn “When I Survey the Wondrous Cross” was written by Isaac Watts, and published in Hymns and Spiritual Songs in 1707. Isaac Watts has been called the “father of English hymnody.” He wrote more than 700 hymns and popularized congregational hymn-singing throughout the world. When I survey the wondrous crossOn which the Prince of …
My Jesus I Love Thee is a hymn written by William Ralph Featherston in 1864, a teenage boy, after his conversion to faith in Jesus Christ My Jesus, I love Thee, I know Thou art mine;For Thee all the follies of sin I resign.My gracious Redeemer, my Savior art Thou;If ever I loved Thee, my Jesus, ’tis …
“Because He Lives” is one of the most loved and frequently used songs written by Bill & Gloria Gaither in 1971. (1) God sent His Son,they called Him Jesus,He came to love,heal, and forgive;He lived and diedto buy my pardon,An empty grave is there to provemy Savior lives. (2) Because He lives I can face …
The hymn “And Can It Be That I Should Gain?” was written by Charles Wesley in 1738 to celebrate his conversion, which he took place on 21 May of that year. The hymn celebrates personal salvation through the death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ, and is one of the most popular Methodist hymns …
The popular ”Amazing Grace” hymn was originally written in 1772 by John Newton, a former sea captain and slave trader turned well-loved Anglican curate in the British town of Olney. It was published in 1779 as part of a collection of hymns Newton wrote with William Cowper, called Olney Hymns. 1) Amazing grace! How sweet …
