“’The Light of Christ’ has a refrain that is an adaptation of the ‘Prayer of Protection’ by James Dillet Freeman . . . . Dr. Freeman had written the prayer for soldiers serving during the Second World War” (from the album insert, Marty Haugen: Anthology I, 1980-1984). “[Dr. Freeman’s] 1941 ‘Prayer for Protection’ was taken […]
Rainbow
While I was considering a music- oriented post for Spring Snow Publications, the Holy Spirit whispered in my ear with His melodic tongue of fire, “You’re a rainbow.” My first thought was, “The Holy Spirit likes The Incredible Spring Band?” Of course He does. Regarding the Incredible String Band, Rowan Williams, the Archbishop of Canterbury, […]
Enter the Silence
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links (at no cost to you). “Silence is an urgent necessity for us; silence is necessary if we are to hear God speaking in eternal silence; our own silence is necessary if God is to hear us” (Into the Silent Land: A Guide to the Christian Practice of Contemplation by […]
Dare You to Move
I picked this song to review because I consider it spiritually inspirational. It moves your emotions and motivates your mind to move your body into the next phase of your life. “Dare You to Move” was written by Jon Foreman, the lead singer in Switchfoot. This song was initially recorded in 2000 as the first […]