Traveler’s Tales

Carol History: Hark! The Herald Angels Sing

Prolific hymn-writer Charles Wesley wrote the original words to ‘Hark! The Herald Angels Sing’ in 1739. The writing marked the first anniversary of his conversion. But that was not the end of the story! Listen to the remarkable account on this special edition of Traveler's Tales. 
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Christians You Should Know: Peter Marshall

Dr. Peter Marshall's preaching, prayers, and counsel encouraged and guided many of America's leaders through those dark times of trouble during WW2. But his story did not begin in the Senate chambers of the United States; it began with a humble immigrant who learned to be faithful in the waiting seasons.
While a sudden death cut his earthly ministry short, the lessons of his humility and perseverance carry on. Listen to the full account on today's Traveler's Tales. 
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Christians You Should Know: Mary Slessor

The life and ministry of Mary Slessor speaks for itself. This courageous woman of faith labored for decades where few others would dare to visit. She was compelled by a love for her Savior, a compassion for the lost, and the testimony of those who were already engaged in missionary work. 
Listen to the compelling account on today's Traveler's Tales. 
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Christians You Should Know: John Newton

From a blasphemer to a pastor. From wretched to redeemed. The testimony of John Newton is a stirring reminder of the transformative power of the gospel. The God who rescued a wicked slave captain from the bondage of sin and used him to encourage William Wilberforce on his mission to abolish the slave trade is our God today. Listen to the compelling account on today's Traveler's Tales. 
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Lady Jane Grey: "The Nine Day Queen"

The testimony of 17-year-old Lady Jane Grey is one of the most compelling accounts of Christian steadfastness in Church history. The true story of "The Nine Day Queen" teaches us to run to the Lord during our difficulties. Listen to the compelling account on today's Traveler's Tales. 
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Hymn History: The Ninety and Nine

It was 1874 when the poem, “The Ninety and Nine,” was discovered, set to music, and sent out on its worldwide mission. Its discovery seemed as if by chance. Ira Sankey (the author) recorded the story in his writings. Hear the remarkable account on today's Traveler's Tales. 
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Hymn Lyrics: The Ninety And Nine
1. There were ninety and nine that safely layin the shelter of the fold,but one was out on the hills away,far off from the gates of gold —away on the mountains wild and bare,away from the tender Shepherd’s care,away from the tender Shepherd’s care.
2. “Lord, thou hast here thy ninety and nine;are they not enough for thee?”But the Shepherd made answer:“This of mine has wandered away from me,and although the road be rough and steep,I go to the desert to find my sheep,I go to the desert to find my sheep.”
3. But none of the ransomed ever knewhow deep were the waters crossed;nor how dark was the night that the Lord passed thro’ere he found his sheep that was lost.Out in the desert he heard its cry —sick and helpless, and ready to die,sick and helpless, and ready to die.
4. “Lord, whence are those blood-drops all the waythat mark out the mountain’s track?”“They were shed for one who had gone astrayere the Shepherd could bring him back.”“Lord, whence are thy hands so rent and torn?”“They’re pierced tonight by many a thorn,they’re pierced tonight by many a thorn.”
5. But all thro’ the mountains, thunder-riv’n,and up from the rocky steep,there arose a glad cry to the gate of heav’n,“Rejoice! I have found my sheep!”And the angels echoed around the throne,“Rejoice, for the Lord brings back his own!Rejoice, for the Lord brings back his own!”

Hymn History: Let The Lower Lights Be Burning

Songwriter Philip Bliss was traveling with the famous evangelist D.L.Moody. While preaching, Mr. Moody told this true story behind what later became, Let the Lower Lights Be Burning. Hear the stirring account on today's Traveler's Tales. 
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Lyrics: "Let the Lower Lights Be Burning"
1. Brightly beams our Father’s mercyFrom His lighthouse evermore;But to us He gives the keepingOf the lights along the shore.
(Refrain) Let the lower lights be burning!Send a gleam across the wave!Some poor fainting, struggling seamanYou may rescue, you may save.
2. Dark the night of sin has settled,Loud the angry billows roar;Eager eyes are watching, longing,For the lights along the shore. (Refrain)
3. Trim your feeble lamp, my brother!Some poor seaman, tempest-tossed,Trying now to make the harbor,In the darkness may be lost. (Refrain)

Christians You Should Know: Booker T. Washington

Booker T. Washington began life with far greater challenges than most of us will ever face. In his youth, Washington wished for an opportunity to excel without such tremendous obstacles. He dreamed of reaching the highest levels of success without the extra work required because of his skin color. However, he soon learned that God uses trials to strengthen our character (James 1:3-4).
Listen to his remarkable true story on today's Traveler's Tales.
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Christians You Should Know: Jim Elliot

"God, I pray, light these idle sticks of my life, and may I burn up for Thee. I seek not a long life but a full one like Yours, Lord Jesus." (A prayer from Jim Elliot). Although Jim Elliot's life was short, it was given in sacrifice for the cause of Christ. Jim's account reminds us to place our lives in the hands of the Creator. 
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Hymn History: My Savior First of All

The words to My Savior First of All were written by Fanny Crosby at the age of 71 in response to a statement by a minister. He mentioned to her that it was a pity God did not give her sight. Listen to the remarkable true story on today's Traveler's Tales.
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Christians You Should Know: Charlie Kirk

Millions are talking about the remarkable life and tragic death of Charlie Kirk. He was a vocal defender of Biblical values and a bold witness for Jesus to young people around the world. Listen to today's Traveler's Tales for a few lessons we can learn from Charlie's life. 
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Hymn History: Sweet By And By

This is the only hymn ever written in a drugstore. For decades, millions of people have sung the lyrics to his famous hymn; yet, only a handful know the name of the one who co-wrote Sweet By and By – Sanford Fillmore Bennett
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Christians You Should Know: William Carey

William Carey was a pioneer in missions because he understood the great heart of God to save lost sinners. The salvation of the lost consumed William Carey, but it was his love for Christ that compelled him. God used the life and testimony of David Brainerd to encourage Carey into mission work, in which he accomplished much!
Many aspects of Carey’s life and ministry should be studied. His work to get the Scripture to the people of India must not go without recognition. Carey’s perseverance during violent illness, personal suffering, marital distress, persecution, and incomprehensible oppression serves to remind us that God’s work requires God’s strength.
Listen to his remarkable true story on today's Traveler's Tales.
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Christians You Should Know: John Wesley

The ministry of John Wesley has been researched and written about extensively. Apart from the many accounts of his life, volumes were written by Wesley himself.
He was a tireless worker. Wesley possessed a brilliant mind and gave all of it to the Lord. He would rise at four every morning and spend hours in prayer and the study of Scripture. John Wesley wrote books, preached forty thousand sermons, trained preachers, gave away millions of dollars (in today's money), cared for orphans, and traveled extensively on horseback. Wesley saw many thousands come to Christ - his ministry was remarkable and fruitful.
Listen to his remarkable true story on today's Traveler's Tales.
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Christians You Should Know: J.C. Ryle

"He that is forewarned is forearmed." J.C. Ryle sought to warn and challenge both his and the next generation - let us do likewise! 
Allow the life of J.C. Ryle to stir you forward in your walk with God. Allow his testimony to encourage you to be faithful. Never forget the tremendous responsibility of influence - wield it carefully. Let us warn those behind us of the dangers ahead.
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