In the Market with Janet Parshall Hour 2: Then Sings My Soul
Nov 28, 2025
Join Robert Morgan, a pastor and bestselling author known for his expertise in hymn history, as he dives deep into the power of hymns. He shares moving personal stories behind beloved hymns, revealing how they have comforted and inspired countless lives. Discover the evolution of hymnody, the impact of modern hymn writers like the Gettys, and how timeless classics like 'It Is Well With My Soul' emerged from personal tragedy. Morgan also discusses the enduring nature of hymns in worship and their role in memorizing scripture and personal devotion.
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Hymn Comfort During Unexpected News
- Robert J. Morgan recounts driving home after learning he and his wife were expecting and hearing “God Will Take Care of You” on the radio.
- The hymn comforted him amid financial fears and reassured him of God's provision.
Modern Hymn Movement
- New hymn writers like the Gettys and Stuart Townend are creating contemporary hymns with theological depth.
- These songs bridge praise-worship styles and can endure like older hymns.
Spafford Family Tragedy And Legacy
- Robert tells the tragic story of Horatio and Anna Spafford losing four daughters at sea and writing "It Is Well With My Soul."
- They later founded the American Colony in Jerusalem and served there despite lifelong grief.
