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Itâs difficult to imagine a better person for Christians to acquaint themselves with than John Newton (1725-1807). Though Newton is often remembered for his dramatic conversion, memorable hymns, and courageous activism, his pastoral ministry is often overlooked. Yet few figures from church history more faithfully convey the sweetness of Christ. In this episode, Zack welcomes Ben Robin to the podcast to discuss the legacy of John Newton. They also profile Newtonâs hymn âI Asked the Lord that I Might Grow.â
Ben Robin is a Pastoral Assistant at Del Ray Baptist Church in Alexandria, Virginia. He is working on a PhD in historical theology at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He hopes to write on theological anthropology.
Link to "I Asked the Lord that I Might Grow."
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In this episode, Zack and Alex discuss the importance of the regulative principle in Christian worship. They also profile the Baptist hymn âHow Firm a Foundation.â
Zack referenced the book "Perspectives on Christian Worship: Five Views": Link
"How Firm a Foundation": Link
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Perhaps to our surprise, the New Testament offers no instruction about the use of instruments in corporate worship. However, the inspired authors are concerned that God's people sing when they gather. This means that though the use of instruments may be warranted according to Scripture, it is of most importance that the church's music adorn the voices of God's people. In this episode, Zack and Alex discuss the value of a cappella singing. They also profile the hymn "Not What My Hands Have Done" by Horatius Bonar.
"Not What My Hands Have Done" link
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In this episode, Zack and Alex reflect on their experience of the Psalms in gathered worship. They emphasize the profound value of singing and preaching the Psalms. They also present five Psalms you can sing in your church any Lord's Day.
· Psalm 103 (Praise My Soul the King of Heaven)
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· Psalm 100 (All People that On Earth Do Dwell)
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· Psalm 19 (Jehovahâs Perfect Law)
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· Psalm 23 (The King of Love My Shepherd Is)
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· Psalm 42 (Lord, from Sorrows Deep I Call)
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In this episode, Zack and Alex discuss the importance of Christ's identity as King. They also profile the classic hymn "All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name."
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When Christians sing spiritual songs, they do so with the Spirit of God within them. The Holy Spirit empowers Christians to fight their sin, renew their minds, and grow in godliness. Part of this means that a living faith in Christ will always manifest itself in spiritual fruit: a transformed life, righteousness, clean hands, a pure heart. Simply put, character matters. In this episode, Aaron Menikoff returns to discuss sanctification in the Christian life. They also profile the Sovereign Grace Hymn, âAll Praise to Him.â
Aaron Menikoff is senior pastor of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church in Atlanta, Georgia, and author of âCharacter Matters: Shepherding in the Fruit of the Spirit.â He is also founder of âFeed My Sheep,â an annual conference for pastors and church leaders in the Georgia.
Recording of âAll Praise to Himâ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJnuApqDenc
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In this Good Friday episode of Hymn Talk, Zack and Alex discuss the importance of Christâs Passion ministry. They also consider the place of reflection and lament in gathered worship.
Recording of âO Dearest Jesusâ: https://youtu.be/9IWD4ShZrNc
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By general consensus, Jonathan Edwards is the greatest theologian in American history. Edwardsâ reflections and insights on the Christian life remain just as keen today as they were in the 18th century. Time would fail to tell of all the ways he has impacted the church for good. In this episode, Zack welcomes Justin Deeter to discuss Jonathan Edwardsâ life and legacy. They consider Edwardsâ thoughts and impact on the First Great Awakening, Christian joy, and corporate worship. They also discuss the Getty hymn âMy Worth is Not in What I Own.â
Justin Deeter is the Lead Pastor of Redemption Church in Wilson, NC. Justin is married to his wife Kaitlyn and has four children: Jude, Ellie Grace, and Lucy. Justin holds his PhD from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary where he wrote his dissertation on Jonathan Edwards and the Means of Grace.
âMy Worth is Not in What I Own Recordingâ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=05jKxv8ApuI
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To be a Christian in the present time is, by definition, a status of waiting. Godâs people are blessed with a sure hope of heaven, Christâs return, and vindication on the last day. Such a glorious hope is to be accompanied by profound anticipation. Yet veiled by present challenges, countless Christians tend to think little about the future. In this episode, Zack and Alex seek to reclaim the discipline and grace of Christian anticipation â that is, how Christians live faithfully in the present in light of their certain future. They also discuss Samuel Rutherfordâs âThe Sands of Time are Sinking.â
Zack and Alex reference an Article by Aaron Menikoff recently published by Nine Marks: https://www.9marks.org/article/thank-god-for-the-pie-in-the-sky-why-the-heavenly-minded-do-the-most-earthly-good/
And another by Matthew Westerholm: https://www.9marks.org/article/the-church-should-sing-for-heavens-sake-when-and-why-we-stopped-singing-about-heaven-and-how-to-start-again/
âThe Sands of Time are Sinkingâ tune: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3oMDrNmXvrg
âThe Sands of Time are Sinkingâ from the Metropolitan Tabernacle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Acjj0m8Hh6g
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For scores of people, a new year brings fresh hope â hope for new beginnings, new insights, new ideas, new opportunities, and new challenges. Many Christians face a new year with renewed vigor for spiritual growth. Even local churches (gatherings of Christians) long for refreshment and reform in the new year. Sadly, countless churches find themselves in decline and in desperate need of new life. In this first Hymn Talk of 2021, Zack welcomes Aaron Menikoff to discuss the topic of Church Revitalization. They consider the need and nature of Church Revitalization along with the hymn âReformation Songâ by Bob Kauflin and Tim Chester.
Aaron Menikoff is senior pastor of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church in Atlanta, Georgia, and author of âCharacter Matters: Shepherding in the Fruit of the Spirit.â He is also founder of âFeed My Sheep,â an annual conference for pastors and church leaders in the Georgia.
âReformation Songâ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jjCdKey4zg
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One of the distinct pleasures of the Christmas season is singing glorious advent songs. Christendom has reserved perhaps her best music for the veneration of the Lordâs incarnation. In this bonus episode, Zack and Alex profile some of their favorite Christmas Hymns.
Recordings:
âHark! The Herald Angels Singâ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BQntjlBmc0
âLo, How a Rose Eâer Bloomingâ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_RRlNtAlKg
âAll My Heart this Night Rejoicesâ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uN2r_D664dU
âOnce in Davidâs Royal Cityâ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TT3cfXd3Shk
âOf the Fatherâs Love Begottenâ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cOF9JLJkPis
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Charles Spurgeon is not only one of the most influential Baptists in church history, but he remains one of the most prominent evangelicals that has ever lived. Known primarily for his writing and preaching in London, heâs less remembered for his activism and mercy ministry. Thankfully, Alex has just finished a dissertation on this aspect of Spurgeonâs life. In this episode, Zack interviews Alex on the topic, and they also profile Joseph Hartâs hymn âCome Ye Sinners.â
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The Lordâs Supper holds different levels of prominence in different church traditions. For Roman Catholics and many Reformers, Communion is the central feature of gathered worship. Yet many modern evangelicals in the free church tradition, particularly baptists, tend to have a lower view of the Lordâs Supper. In this episode, Zack and Alex discuss the biblical place of this sacrament in Christian experience. They also profile the hymn âO Sacred Head Now Wounded.â
Listeners will notice Alexâs audio is poor at times. This was due to technical difficulties that will be improved for future podcasts.
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Evangelicalism has historically been called the âreligion of the heart.â Evangelicals have always proclaimed the indispensability of a personal attachment to Jesus. Such âheart religionâ has always led to the writing of biblically rich hymns that foster a vital relationship with the Lord. In this episode, Zack and Alex discuss the intersection between hymns and the heart - namely, how Christian singing nurtures personal devotion to Christ. They also discuss John Wilbur Chapmanâs hymn âJesus, What a Friend of Sinners.â
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Psalm 67 celebrates the saving power of God to the nations and the praise rendered to Him for his salvation. The glory of God has always been the ultimate goal of missions. As John Piper has helpfully argued: âmissions exist because worship doesnât.â In this episode of Hymn Talk, Zack and Jimmy (a missionary to South Asia) discuss the intersection between missions, worship, and congregational singing. They also discuss the 13th century hymn âAll Creatures of Our God and King.â
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A robustly biblical understanding of the Holy Spirit is vital to Christ-centered worship. In this episode, Zack and Alex discuss the indispensable ministry of the third person of the trinity. They also profile the hymn âHoly Spirit, Living Breath of Godâ by Keith Getty and Stuart Townend.
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Catechisms, creeds, and confessions are wonderful tools given to the church to defend the faith. These liturgical elements aid Christians in maintaining unity, adorning our worship, and connecting us to saints of the past. Sadly, creeds and confessions are thoroughly neglected in the free church tradition. In this episode, Zack and Alex discuss the value of catechisms, creeds, and confessions. They also profile the hymn âChrist our Hope in Life and Death.â
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Scripture teaches that God governs and ordains all things that come to pass. This truth is typically presented in the Bible to instruct and encourage Godâs people. Yet Christians tend to think little about Godâs providence. Zack and Alex discuss this topic along with the hymn âWhateâer My God Ordains is Right.â
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Every song in gathered worship should render praise to God. Doxology should be the governing principle through each element of worship. Yet we believe itâs appropriate for certain songs to strike a pronounced note of praise in a worship service. In this episode, Zack and Alex discuss how to best understand songs of praise. They also review the hymn âPraise to the Lord the Almighty.â
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In an age when ânothing is sacred,â how should Christians try to convey the majesty of God in worship and congregational singing? Zack and Alex discuss this topic along with Reginald Heberâs hymn âHoly, Holy, Holy.â
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