Category Archives: Song Reviews

The British spelling is intentional, as Watts was English.  Watts is an interesting character that I need to read more about (especially regarding theology; I know some about his life and background, but little about his theology).  One thing that … Continue reading →

If asked to give some favorite hymn-writers, I probably would not say P. P. Bliss off the top of my head.  There would be a smattering of new and old ones, but he doesn’t come immediately to mind.  However, he … Continue reading →

I like to maintain at least a facade of balance in reviewing songs. 😉  Seriously, though, I am not anti-old-song and pro-new-song.  Since contemporary songs, however, are not traditional, they are not … well, as universally well known (and I … Continue reading →

Abide with Me, written by Henry Lyte, is a remarkably well known hymn.  I say “remarkably” because it’s played and sung in many non-Christian contexts, similar to other remarkably popular hymns such as Amazing Grace. This post may step on … Continue reading →