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and the Joyful Harts Music Library

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Joys are flowing like a river,
Since the Comforter has come;
He abides with us forever,
Makes the trusting heart his home.
Refrain:
Blessed quietness, Holy quietness,
What assurance in my soul;
On the stormy sea, Jesus speaks to me,
And the billows cease to roll.

Bringing life and health and gladness
All around his heav'nly Guest,
Conquered unbelief and sadness,
Changed our weariness to rest. (Refrain)

Like the rain that falls from heaven,
Like the sunlight from the sky,
So the Holy Spirit's given,
Coming on us from on high. (Refrain)

A Hymn is a Slice of Faith


At Ever Praise Music we believe that a hymn is a slice of faith,
written by ordinary people, for ordinary people,

on an extraordinary journey.

 God has gifted countless numbers of people with songs

in their hearts. They shared their lyrics and melodies with us
in the form of sacred hymns. Take a closer look at one of these sacred hymns and you will find encouragement for your daily

walk of faith. Peruse the titles of a sacred hymnal and you will find clues as to the slice of someone's faith journey found in the hymn.


Hymns are examples of the spiritual fruit produced by ordinary people, for ordinary people, on an extraordinary journey.
This spiritual fruit, or faith fruit, is written by everyday people

who walked where we walk, felt what we have felt,
and often did what we have done. These hymns can encourage

us on our journey, lead us around obstacles,
teach us how to serve our neighbor, help us stand

against principalities and powers,
share with us the praise and glory of the Lord, and witness

to all of us about the goodness and mercy of Almighty God.>>>

(read more)

Hymn for the Week of August 3rd 2025

August Theme: "Hymns of Faith"​​

  • Another World Sample0:46

Time is filled with swift transition,
Naught of earth unmoved can stand,
Build your hopes on things eternal,
Hold to God’s unchanging hand. 
Refrain:
Hold to God’s unchanging hand,
Hold to God’s unchanging hand;
Build your hopes on things eternal,
Hold to God’s unchanging hand.

Trust in Him who will not leave you,
Whatsoever years may bring,
If by earthly friends forsaken
Still more closely to Him cling. (Refrain)

Covet not this world’s vain riches
That so rapidly decay,
Seek to gain the heav’nly treasures,
They will never pass away. (Refrain)


Rescue the perishing, care for the dying, 
snatch them in pity from sin and the grave; 
weep o'er the erring one, lift up the fallen, 
tell them of Jesus, the mighty to save. 
Refrain: 
Rescue the perishing, care for the dying; 
Jesus is merciful, Jesus will save. 

Though they are slighting him, still he is waiting, 
waiting the penitent child to receive; 
plead with them earnestly, plead with them gently; 
he will forgive if they only believe. (Refrain) 

Rescue the perishing, duty demands it;
Strength for thy labor the Lord will provide;
Back to the narrow way patiently win them;
Tell the poor wand'rer a Savior has died.  (Refrain)

Here is a prayer to start your day from 

Pastor Joel Osteen.

Lakewood Church has a number 

of online worship  resources as well​​.

Prayer Guides, Motivational Planners 

and many books and materials..

​Visit their website to view online resources

Now Playing: " Another World" by the Joyful Harts Music Library

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I love to tell the story;
more wonderful it seems
than all the golden fancies
of all our golden dreams.
I love to tell the story,
it did so much for me;
and that is just the reason
I tell it now to thee. (Refrain)


I love to tell the story;
'tis pleasant to repeat
what seems, each time I tell it,
more wonderfully sweet.
I love to tell the story,
for some have never heard
the message of salvation
from God's own holy Word. (Refrain) 

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An Inspiring Story of Faith and Hope...

"Billy Graham: An Extraordinary Journey"

Rescue the Perishing

  • Standing on the Promises of God #2792:23

 ​I love to tell the story
of unseen things above,
of Jesus and his glory,
of Jesus and his love.
I love to tell the story,
because I know 'tis true;
it satisfies my longings
as nothing else can do.


Refrain:
I love to tell the story,
'twill be my theme in glory,
to tell the old, old story
of Jesus and his love.

Hold to God's Unchanging Hand 

Thou art giving and forgiving,
ever blessing, ever blest,
well-spring of the joy of living,
ocean depth of happy rest!
Thou our Father, Christ our brother,
all who live in love are thine;
teach us how to love each other,
lift us to the joy divine. 

​​​We Are One Body

Jesus Taught Us...
...That there is evil in the world, but He didn't dwell on it. 
Jesus came that we might have life and have it more abundantly.
     "The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: 
     I am come that they might have life,

and that they might have it more abundantly." 

John 10:10
     He chose the twelve disciples so that we could hear

the good news from many different perspectives.

The apostles who preached and wrote the books of the 
New Testament wrote from different perspectives as well. 
We should not declare one Gospel message

as superior to the others.

The Four Gospels teach us, in the broader sense,

that these eyewitnesses wrote the same message,

described the same story of the life of Jesus Christ,

but spoke to us from four different perspectives. 
     So many teachers of our present day, critique the good news 

preached by others from a different perspective.

The Bible says "he that hath an ear, let him hear..."

The Holy Spirit is the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow..>>>(read more)

Galatians 6 
1 Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted. 2 Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.


Worship Suggestion:
The sound file is looped.
1. As the song plays the first time (During Verse 1), make remarks about reaching out and helping others in their time of need.

There are so many people who could benefit from having
just a little help and encouragement in these troubled times. Let God guide you to the right person, in the right place, and at the right time.
2. As the song continues (During Verses 2 - 3), read the scripture

from Galatians 6:1-9. Let the song end. 
3. When the song restarts, sing Verses 1 - 3 together.
4. Prayer and Meditation.​

I Love to Tell the Story

Hymn for the Week of July 6th 2025

July Theme: "Hymns to Share the Joy of Christ"

(Summer Missions Work)

Psalm 103
1 Bless the Lord, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name.

2 Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits:
3 Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases;
4 Who redeemeth thy life from destruction; who crowneth thee with lovingkindness and tender mercies;


Worship Suggestion:
The sound file is looped.
1. As the song plays the first time, (During Verse 1) make remarks about the beauty of summer and the blessings of creation. Emphasize the importance of worship and praise for what we already have, as well as the blessings to come. Take some time

to enjoy the trees and plants, the waters, and the wildlife that God has created. Then, give glory to God for all that He has done!
2. As the song continues, (During Verses 2 - 3) read the scripture from Psalm 103: 1 - 11. Let the song end.
3, When the song restarts, sing Verses 1 - 3 together.
4. Prayer and Meditation.

Hymn for the Week of July 20th 2025

July Theme: "Hymns to Share the Joy of Christ"

(Summer Missions Work)

Hymn for the Week of July 13th 2025

July Theme: "Hymns to Share the Joy of Christ"

(Summer Missions Work)

  • Blessed Quietness #122 2:19

Faith of Our Fathers 

Hymn for the Week of August 10th 2025

August Theme: "Hymns of Faith"​​

Faith of our fathers, living still,
In spite of dungeon, fire, and sword;
Oh, how our hearts beat high with joy
Whene’er we hear that glorious Word!

Refrain:
Faith of our fathers, holy faith!
We will be true to thee till death.

Our fathers, chained in prisons dark,
Were still in heart and conscience free;
How sweet would be their children’s fate,
If they, like them, could die for thee! (Refrain)

Standing on the Promises of God

  • Rescue the Perishing #142 2:49

Would you like to pray?

Here is a prayer to start your day from 

Rev. Dr. Byron T. Brazier

of the Apostolic Church of God, Chicago.

Prayer is offered Monday through Friday. 

A great way to start your day!

​Visit the ACOG Website...

Hymn for the Week of June 29th 2025

June Theme: "Hymns to Share the Joy of Christ"

(Summer Missions Work)

Hebrews 11
1Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. 2 For by it the elders obtained a good report. 39 And these all, having obtained a good report through faith, received not the promise:
40 God having provided some better thing for us, that they without us should not be made perfect.

Worship Suggestion.
The sound file is looped.
1. As the song plays the first time, make remarks about the book of Hebrews which has come to be known as the Hall of Fame for the Faithful Figures

of the Bible. There is a list of saints, prophets, and faithful. Emphasize that the scripture declares that the list is too numerous to complete. The final verse of Hebrews 11 is important. The eternal rewards of the faithful shall not be made perfect until we finish the race.
2. As the song plays the second time, read the scripture from the book

of Hebrews 1:1-13, 32-40. Let the song play through until all scripture is complete. Let the song end.
3. When the song restarts, sing Verses 1 - 2 together.
4. Prayer and Meditation.

  • Faith of Our Fathers #192 1:29

John 14
25 These things have I spoken unto you, being yet present with you.
26 But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name,

he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance,

whatsoever I have said unto you.
27 Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.


Worship Suggestion:
The sound file is looped.
1. As the song plays the first time, (During Verse 1 - 2) make remarks about the promises of Jesus. He promised that the Holy Spirit would come to us to teach, heal, and guide us in our walk with God. This is the good news of faith for each

of us. We can find strength in this assurance.
2. As the song continues, (During Verse 3) read John 14:25-27. Let the song end.
3. When the song restarts, sing Verses 1-3 together.
4. Prayer and Meditation.

  • Hold to God's Unchanging Hand #2483:00

Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee 

Blessed Quietness

  • I Love to Tell the Story #4073:59

Ever Praise Music

Meditation Moments 

  • Joyful Joyful We Adore Thee #62:17

Hymn for the Week of July 27th 2025

July Theme: "Hymns to Share the Joy of Christ"

(Summer Missions Work)

 Standing on the promises of Christ my King, 
through eternal ages let his praises ring; 
glory in the highest, I will shout and sing, 
standing on the promises of God. 


Refrain: 
Standing, standing, 
standing on the promises of Christ my Savior; 
standing, standing, 
I'm standing on the promises of God. 

Standing on the promises that cannot fail, 
when the howling storms of doubt and fear assail, 
by the living Word of God I shall prevail, 
standing on the promises of God. (Refrain) 

Standing on the promises of Christ the Lord, 
bound to him eternally by love's strong cord, 
overcoming daily with the Spirit's sword, 
standing on the promises of God. (Refrain)

​​Joyful, joyful, we adore thee,
God of glory, Lord of love;
hearts unfold like flowers before thee,
opening to the sun above.
Melt the clouds of sin and sadness;
drive the dark of doubt away.
Giver of immortal gladness,
fill us with the light of day!

All thy works with joy surround thee,
earth and heaven reflect thy rays,
stars and angels sing around thee,
center of unbroken praise.
Field and forest, vale and mountain,
flowery meadow, flashing sea,
chanting bird and flowing fountain,
call us to rejoice in thee.

Isaiah 40
28 Hast thou not known? hast thou not heard, that the everlasting God, the Lord, the Creator of the ends of the earth, fainteth not, neither is weary? there is no searching of his understanding. 29 He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increaseth strength. 30 Even the youths shall faint and be weary, and the young men shall utterly fall: 31 But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.

Worship Suggestion:
The sound file is looped.
1. As the sound file plays the first time, (During Verse 1)make remarks about  how our  world
is going through the challenges of change. Emphasize that we must faithfully maintain our hope in the Lord, and seek His will in all things.
2. As the song continues, (During Verses 2 - 3) read the scripture from the book

of  Isaiah 40: 3-11 and  Isaiah 40:28-31. Let the song end. 
3. When the song restarts, sing Verses 1-3 together.
4. Prayer and Meditation
.

​Lamentations Chapter 3
21 This I recall to my mind, therefore have I hope.
22 It is of the Lord's mercies that we are

not consumed, because his compassions fail not. 23 They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness. 24 The Lord is my portion, saith my soul; therefore will I hope in him.


Worship Suggestion:
The sound file is looped.
1. As the song plays the first time, introduce the text and background concerning Jeremiah and the plight of the Children of Israel. It was a time of struggle, estrangement, and suffering. Yet, Jeremiah reminds the people that God is still

with them and God is forever faithful to His people.  We can find inspiration, hope, joy, and peace if we meditate on the faithfulness of God. 
2. Then, read the scripture from Lamentations 3:21-33.  Let the song end.
3. As the song plays the second time, sing verses 1-3.
3. Prayer and Meditation.

Luke 7
22 Then Jesus answering said unto them, Go your way, and tell John what things ye have seen and heard; how that the blind see, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, to the poor the gospel is preached. 23 And blessed is he, whosoever shall not be offended in me.


Worship Suggestion:
The sound file is looped.
1. As the song plays the first time, (During Verse 1) make remarks about how John the Baptist sent messengers to Jesus to inquire as to whether Jesus is the Messiah. Jesus told the messengers to tell John what they had seen and heard. The sick were healed, the dead were raised, and the work of building the Kingdom of God was happening all over the region. Jesus proclaimed that John the Baptist was the greatest prophet, and yet in the kingdom of God we are all equal. The story of the ministry of Jesus Christ on earth must be shared wherever we go and in every way that we are able.  Pray and ask for God’s guidance as we share the Good News.
2. As the song continues, (During Verses 2 - 3) read the scripture found in Acts 2: 14-36 and Luke 7:19-23. Let the song end.
3. When the song restarts, sing Verses 1-3 together.
4. Prayer and Meditation.