Isaac Watts; His Life And Thought
Ebook
Overview
Isaac Watts(1674-1748) is one of the best-known hymn-Writers in history. He wrote over 700 hymns including the well-known “When I survey the Wondrous Cross", “O God, our help in ages past” and "Jesus shall reign where’er the sun” - hymns which are still sung to this day. Brought up in a non-conformist church and family, Isaac Watts knew what it was to be a pastor whilst also battling prolonged periods of illness. Leading a life, that like us all, was not without difficulty or controversy, he was able to write hymns of almost unparalleled depth and beauty, though they were often unappreciated by his own congregation. This fascinating study considers his life, writings and continuing influence on Christians today, in a way that will illuminate and inspire.
Product Details
- Title : Isaac Watts; His Life And Thought
- Author: Beynon, Graham
- Publisher: Christian Focus
- Publication Date: 2013
- ISBN: 9781781912805
Graham Beynon is Head of Local Ministries, FIEC, UK. He is a visiting lecturer at Oak Hill College, London, a popular conference speaker, and author of several books including Mirror, Mirror and Emotions. Graham was previously an audiological scientist working with hearing and balance disorders. He then moved to pastor churches in Cambridge and Leicester, particularly being involved in leading church plants.
He is married to Charis and they have three grown up children. In his spare time, he enjoys watching TV with his wife, walking with their dog, trying his hand at DIY, watching sport, and playing 5-a-side football.