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Trillium 
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA 
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Old Hymns Old hymns we sang in years gone by, Created such a family tie. Each member had a favorite song. The congregation sang along And angels watching from the loft, All joined in with voices, soft. At least I used to think they did, When I was just a little kid. I grew up with a list of these That comforted as well as pleased And seemed to forge a bond with He, For whom we sang so joyfully. I think about the vaulted dome Where all these old hymns made their home And how we'd gather there to praise, With eager voices that we'd raise. All music sung for God is blessed, But I still like the old hymns best! (With thanks to friend Don for the inspiration) Betty Lou Hebert [This message has been edited by Trillium (10-28-2002 10:32 PM).] |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
BettyLou~ This is just lovely ... stirred some great memories too~ I know our friend 'Don' will appreciate it very much~ Isn't he just the greatest ? Yeah .... I think so too~ Love n' hugs~ ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Dear Marge: I'm so glad you liked this! Don gave me the idea as I mentioned. He is a wonderful person and thanks again for introducing us. Betty Lou Hebert |
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BloomingRose Member Elite
since 2000-08-09
Posts 3092Florida |
You touched a cord in me with this one! I love gospel music, and especially praise and worship music. The old hymns are such an important part of it all. Enjoyed your poem much! Deb |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Deb: I'm so glad you enjoyed this poem and I feel as you do. I like the modern music too, but the old pieces still move me more. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (sigh) Awwwwwwww, this is beautiful, sweet friend, I like the old hymns best too because they are so artistic and fulfilled with the original beauty spoken from the wise men who carried His word to all! (kiss on cheek) This is wonderful, sweet friend, I love it, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Betty, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Noah: Thanks for commenting and I'm glad to hear you also enjoy the old hymns. I guess because they are old, they have become a tradition and singing them makes us feel our ties to the past. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Lighthousebob Member Elite
since 2000-06-14
Posts 4725California |
Trillium, I attend a church that is focused on reaching youth for Christ, so many of the songs that we sing are the modern songs that are being played on the radio today along with songs that are fresh off the press and assembled by our 17 year old praise and worship leader.... I said all of that to lead into this.... I feel like one of the elders who saw the new Jerusalem built and I am well pleased to hear the youth of today rejoicing as they do, but still, like you, I know and remember the old Jerusalem and what it was like when God's presence first filled the temple and I am still moved and deeply touched by the hymns of old. God bless you my friend for I so appreciate you and your wonderful poems. -Bob |
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Joyce Johnson
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State |
This is exactly how I feel and you said it so well. The old hymns are the best loved. Love, Joyce [This message has been edited by Joyce Johnson (10-30-2002 12:08 PM).] |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Bob: Thank you for your remarks. I know that the "modern" churches are reaching so many who would not respond in the same way, if the old traditional methods were in place and of course, I am very happy to see what is happening. I just respond so differently to the older hymns because I grew up with them and they are such a part of my life. My children go to new Christian Outreach churches and I know they enjoy them and feel they are receiving God's blessings and I'm sure they are. I have gone a few times and while it was a joyous experience, it didn't satisfy my longing for the old way of worship. To each his own, I guess. Thanks too for your very nice compliment. It means a lot to me. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Joyce: Thank you so much! Betty Lou Hebert |
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