We conclude our week-long series on favorite hymns by exploring Amazing Grace, the most famous hymn of all time written in 1772 by John Newton, a former slave ship captain turned minister and abolitionist after his conversion during a violent storm at sea.
• Written by John Newton, a former slave ship captain who became a Christian in 1748
• After conversion, Newton became a minister and leading voice in the abolitionist movement
• Leanne Rimes' 1997 version highlighted as a favorite rendition
• Lyrics connect to biblical concepts of total depravation (Romans 5:4-5)
• Imagery of being lost and found, blind then seeing relates to spiritual regeneration (Luke 15:32)
• References to "dangers, toils and snares" speaks to perseverance in faith (Psalm 23:4)
• Final verses point to the promise of eternal life (1 Timothy 6:19)
• The grace of God is truly amazing—He loved sinners enough to send His Son
If you have not accepted God's free gift of grace yet, I compel you to do so today. If you want to help equip other men for the fight, share this podcast around and leave us a five-star rating and review.
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