Hymn History: Just As I Am
Charlotte Elliott, 19th-century hymn writer, penned "Just As I Am" after a divine encounter with God. Despite illness, she inspired millions with her hymns.
Spaffords & the American Colony
From tragedy to triumph, the Spaffords led a group to Jerusalem in search of healing, established the American Colony and left a lasting impact on the Holy City.
Spafford's Adopted Son Finds Artifact
Spafford's adopted son, Jacob Eliahu, discovered the Siloam inscription in 1880, a rare Biblical artifact missed by renowned 19th-century Holy Land explorers.
Visionary of Christian Music Industry
Homer Rodeheaver: The visionary who turned gospel tunes into a thriving industry. From revival tents to record labels, he revolutionized Christian music forever.
Charles Longfellow: A Life of Adventure
The rebellious son of poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow became one of the first Western tourists in Japan, finding his soul among the samurai.
Five Facts About Fanny Crosby
Discover five fascinating facts about Fanny Crosby, the blind hymn writer behind Blessed Assurance, whose thousands of songs still inspire all Christians today.
Fanny Crosby's Songwriting Tips
Fanny Crosby left us a step-by-step look inside her hymn-writing process. Here are nine songwriting principles from the woman who wrote over 8,000 hymns.