A Hymn for That
You're listening to A Hymn for That by Hymns Illustrated, where you'll be encouraged to look at everyday life and news events with a biblical worldview. In nearly every episode, you will discover — or rediscover — a "hymn for that" to help you remember truth when you need it the most.
Every episode is an example of Colossians 3:16 in action: "Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God."
Episodes
42 episodes
A Hymn for Earthquakes
In this episode, we take an encouraging look at a hymn (and a psalm) that helps us focus on biblical truth – even when disaster strikes and lives are lost. We also review the Hymn of the Month for September and take a look at back at hy...
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Episode 42
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22:07
A Hymn for Heat Waves
In this short episode, we take a look at a hymn for heat waves and then review an important reminder from our Hymn of the Month.Links Mentioned in This Episode:Learn all about the Hymn of the Month here:
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A Hymn for Back to School
In this episode, Kristen Iaffaldano shares several hymn stories related to the hymns "Trusting Jesus," "Great Is Thy Faithfulness" and then finally, a hymn for back to school: The Doxology (also our Hymn of the Month."Enjoy!L...
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Episode 40
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14:53
A Hymn for Watering Plants
Not too long ago I walked into Walmart and noticed a couple of pallets of plants at the front of the store. One plant, in particular, had large floppy, yet sturdy leaves, with beautiful markings on the front of each leaf and then a deep pur...
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#38: A Hymn for Midsummer (Plus, a New Podcast Name and the Why Behind It)
Ah, summer! It's such a good time to soak in all our favorite things: the sunshine, the vacation, the family reunions, the lake, the fireworks, the barbecues and, well, you get it. We want to do it all!But
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14:11
#37: The Joy Factor: Unpacking Joy vs. Happiness and What to Do When We Don't Feel Like Singing Hymns
Our theme for today’s episode is a little word: Joy. But there’s a lot to cover in that little word. We’re going to talk about joy vs. happiness and how it relates to the songs we sing when we worship, and then also, w...
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Episode 37
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23:15
#36: Hymn Story: Until Then by Stuart Hamblen
Listen to the hymn story behind Stuart Hamblen's gospel hymn, Until Then.More short hymn story episodes like this to come. Miss the longer format? Those are still coming, too. A little variety helps makes things interesting!M...
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Episode 36
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6:40
#35: The Heartbeat Behind Hymns Illustrated (Plus + HOM for March & Special Announcement)
In this episode, we take a closer look at the mission or the heartbeat Hymns Illustrated: Colossians 3:16!Will you join our mission and apply Colossians 3:16 into YOUR everyday life, teaching and admonishing your brothers and sisters in...
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Episode 35
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21:54
#34: What Christmas Hope Looks Like (Plus, Some Plans for 2023)
In this episode, we take a closer look at our Hymn of the Month: Charles Wesley's "Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus."We also remember what true hope looks like at Christmas ...
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Episode 34
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23:49
#33: A Hymn for Urgent Needs, A Hymn Connection to Coffee and some News
In this episode, I share a hymn that's a model for bold prayer and fitting for those times we or someone we love is facing an urgent need. Listen in to also review our Hymn of the Month, learn about our very first Merry Thanksgivi...
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Episode 33
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17:03
#32: Jesus, Our Light in an Extremely Dark World
In this episode, we take a first look at our Hymn of the Month and explore biblical themes in Philip P. Bliss's hymn, "The Light of the World Is Jesus."I also share a little known hymn and two book recommendations related to biblical pr...
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Episode 32
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28:27
#31: A Consecrated Life Looks Like This (Hymn of the Month Review)
In this episode, we explore biblical themes in Frances Ridley Havergal's hymn, "Take My Life and Let It Be." This is our Hymn of the Month for September and we'll first review the background behind the hymn and then take an encourag...
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Episode 31
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20:37
#30: Exploring Biblical Themes in the Hymn, "Anywhere with Jesus"
In this episode, we take a deeper look at our Hymn of the Month, reviewing its doctrinal themes and intriguing hymn background. We also look at another hymn that teaches many of the same biblical truths. Enjoy! - KristenLinks...
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Episode 30
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23:18
#29: Head to Heart | The Role That Hymns Play in Our Spiritual Growth
In this episode, we take a look at three ways hymns play a role in our spiritual growth.We also review the Hymn of the Month by looking at a connection between "The Ninety and Nine" and Horatius Bonar's "I Was a Wandering Sheep."
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Episode 29
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26:02
#28: The Ninety and Nine (Our Hymn of the Month)
In this episode, we take a first look at our Hymn of the Month, Elizabeth C. Clephane's hymn, "The Ninety and Nine."This hymn teaches us all about our seeking, saving and rejoicing Shepherd and is especially relatable to children. <...
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Episode 28
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15:33
#27: "Then sings my soul." A closer look at why we sing.
In this episode, we look at a powerful Scripture passage and related hymn to comfort our hearts in times of tragedy.We also enjoy several responses to a recent Facebook question, "What favorite hymns of yours have a special memory...
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Episode 27
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29:41
#26: "Unload the Wagons!" (Introducing Our Hymn of the Month for May)
In this episode, we enjoy the background story to our Hymn of the Month and take a birds-eye view of the overall meaning and theme of "Blest Be the Tie that Binds." We see what God's plan looks like for our relationships in ...
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Episode 26
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15:33
#25: Because He is trustworthy (a final look at "Thine Be the Glory")
In this episode, we look at stanza three, the last stanza of "Thine Be the Glory" (our HOM) and explore three reasons why Christ is worthy of all our trust.Links & Resources:Learn how to share a hymn testimonial on th...
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Episode 25
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14:25
#24: Because He is praiseworthy (HOM Week 3, plus a layperson's perspective on hymns)
In this episode, we look at stanza two of "Thine Be the Glory" (our HOM) and put ourselves in the shoes of the disciples as Jesus met and greeted them after His resurrection. Our theme for the month is "Endless is the victory" and our t...
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Episode 24
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18:23
#23: Because He is glory-worthy (HOM Week 2, plus Good Friday and Easter Sunday hymn recommendations)
In this episode, we look at hymn texts to help us celebrate Good Friday and Easter Sunday and we take a closer look at stanza two of "Thine Be the Glory," our Hymn of the Month (HOM).Our theme for the month is "Endless is the victory" a...
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Episode 23
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17:55
#22: Endless is the victory (a first look at April's HOM)
In this episode, we take an aerial view of our new hymn of the month, "Thine Be the Glory" and consider the phrase "Endless is the victory." We also enjoy a listener's hymn testimonial and the hymn text of a lesser-known Res...
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Episode 22
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16:14
#21: What exactly is a hymn? (Plus, a final look at our HOM for March)
In this episode, I enjoyed answering a listener's question, "What is the definition of a hymn?" We also take a closer look at stanzas five and six from our Hymn of the Month, "How Firm a Foundation" and enjoy a listener testimonial about ...
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Episode 21
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19:48
#20: Deep waters and blessed trials (a third look at our HOM)
Today we look closer at stanzas three and four our Hymn of the Month for March, "How Firm a Foundation" and I also talk about the role hymns play in church and how they can positvely influence young people with their transparency....
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#19: Graciously upheld (A second look at our HOM)
Today we look closer at stanza two our Hymn of the Month for March, "How Firm a Foundation" and how it poetically renders Isaiah 41:10, reminding us never to fear or be discouraged because God is on our side.You're also invited to share...
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Episode 19
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17:01
#18: What more can He say? (Introducing our HOM for March)
You’re listening to the Hymns Illustrated Podcast where hymns are explored, appreciated and illustrated through stories, testimonies and conversation.Today we look closer at our Hymn of the Month for March, "How Firm a Foundation."<...
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Episode 18
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16:38