Do you ever catch yourself
singing a song in church without paying attention to the words? Open Your Hymnal is a collection of
thirty devotions that transport the wisdom of classic hymns and gospel songs
into the twenty-first century. Introduce yourself to the rich spiritual
heritage that hymnals contain or gain a new perspective on songs you’ve sung
since childhood. Whether you sing in the choir loft, the worship team, or the
pew, the refreshing biblical insights in this book will enhance your
appreciation of the words you sing every time you open a hymnal.
From the Foreword:
“Through witty, insightful, and sometimes poignant writing,
Denise draws on the richness of the doctrine and the personal nature of these
hymns to encourage us in our Christian faith. Whether or not hymns are a part
of your worship tradition, you will find the timeless truths expressed in these
meditations a blessing and encouragement to your soul.”
Mark Hahn
Minister of Music
Montgomery Evangelical
Free Church
Belle Mead, NJ
Endorsements:
“As wonderful as
contemporary Christian music is to me, I would miss singing the great hymns of
the faith. Their words tell the gospel, provide great insight and inspiration,
and lift my faith. In this book of devotions, Denise Loock skillfully reflects
on some of these hymns by connecting them with Scripture and with our personal
spiritual lives. The result is a unique collection of devotions that will touch
your heart as you open your hymnal along with your Bible.”
Kathleen Hayes
Editor, The Secret
Place
“Few things are
quite so moving, reassuring, and comforting as the familiar texts of inspiring
hymns we have loved and sung for generations. Thank you, Denise, for
rekindling these messages and shedding new light on songs so near to the hearts
of people of faith!”
Dave and Cheryl Ellington
Career Worship Leaders
Covington, KY
“Denise
Loock's Open Your Hymnal powerfully relates
Scripture, hymns, and biblical knowledge to everyday life. Her 30
devotions are written in such a way that it creates in the reader a desire to
reflect upon what has been shared and then to delve deeper. These
easy-to-read insights also make the reader want to become familiar with hymns
once again and be blessed by their inspired words.”
Jane Carrier Allen
Minister of Worship and Bible Professor
Sneads Ferry, NC
"These devotions
have poured into my soul a deep love for the God we serve, rooted in the
history of biblical and religious figures throughout the ages. What a gift.
Denise's style is light but penetrating. It convicts and comforts and draws my
heart to the Lord."
Connie Cartisano, PhD
Stay-at-Home-Mom and Retreat Speaker
Hackettstown, NJ
“Reaching across all denominations, Denise Loock ties
together beloved hymns with their scriptural backgrounds. She brings
old-fashioned wording to life by adding a contemporary twist to her
devotions. The reader is enlightened, not bewildered, by her inclusion of
Greek roots for key words. I would recommend Open Your Hymnal to anyone who enjoys singing hymns or wants to
give a treasured gift.”
Cathy Smith
State Newsletter Editor for United Methodist Women
Ocean, NJ
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