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Jay Garden
Blessed Assurance: The Story of Fanny Crosby's Faith
When Fanny Crosby lost her sight as an infant, few could have imagined what God would do through her life.Though she never regained her sight, Crosby became one of the most beloved hymn writers in Christian history. Her hymns, including Blessed Assurance, have encouraged generations of believers around the world.A...
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Jay Garden
It Is Well with My Soul: The Story Behind the Hymn That Inspired Millions
Few hymns are as widely loved as It Is Well with My Soul. Its familiar melody and enduring message have comforted generations of believers around the world.Yet the story behind those words is one of profound personal loss. Knowing what Spafford endured gives the hymn's message of peace an even...
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