Tag: John Newton

Suicide and Grace: The Life of William Cowper

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William Cowper (1731-1800), one of the great poets and hymn writers in the history of the church, was born in London and lived during the time of the Great Awakening of George Whitfield, Jonathan Edwards, John Wesley, and most influential of all in his life, John Newton. Cowper’s life, which was riddled with severe depression, … Continue reading Suicide and Grace: The Life of William Cowper

CMTDS Mondays: “I Asked the Lord” by Indelible Grace

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This week for Christian Music that Doesn't Suck Mondays, we have "I Asked the Lord" by Indelible Grace. Indelible Grace is a classic worship band, specializing in singing only hymns in a contemporary way. I appreciate them because they bring up excellent hymns that many other contemporary bands skip over. Why it doesn't suck: This song, originally … Continue reading CMTDS Mondays: “I Asked the Lord” by Indelible Grace