We missed being able to sing together today, so we thought we could share some music with each other for the week. This week Loren Knudsvig wanted to share two videos featuring Keith and Kristyn Getty and their song “In Christ Alone”. See the description and links below:

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I first became aware of Keith and Kristyn Getty by listening to Professor John Lennox on YouTube.  Many of you may have heard of John Lennox, he became very well known several years ago when he debated Richard Dawkins.  John Lennox has become one of heroes of the faith.  John Lennox is Kristyn’s uncle, and he introduced Keith and Kristyn to each and they got married.  They are songwriters and unbeknownst to me when I first heard of them are very very accomplished and popular Christian performers.

Their song “In Christ Alone”, is one of the most popular Christian songs performed.

More than popularity or number of YouTube views is the heart of Keith and Kristyn Getty and the other members of their musical production group.  One of the videos I am sharing describes the writing of “In Christ Alone”.  When you hear the motivation and how these people want to integrate Biblical truths into songs/hymns it is heart warming.  They consider themselves hymn writers.

I would suggest that you go to YouTube and subscribe to “Keith and Kristyn Getty” and receive their videos and songs, the Lord will minister to you through their music.

Also consider watching and listening to John Lennox on YouTube.  He is used powerfully of God, his life story is fascinating and you will love his teaching, debates, talks etc.  He is really really one of the best Christian speakers that you can learn from.  

In these trying times it is good to fill our hearts and minds with such edifying materials.  

I hope you take the time to listen to these people, it is my prayer that they will impact your lives in your walk with the Lord.  

Thanks
Loren 

Keith & Kristyn Getty “In Christ Alone”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qLy8ksqGf9w&feature=youtu.be

How Was In Christ Alone Written? | Official Interview |
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOpF44ysE7I&feature=youtu.be

The Poulose family joined us just last week and we want to welcome them. We asked them to share a short intro to their family:

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The Poulose’s are composed of 4 unique individuals. Paul and Juby, Timothy and Nayomi. Paul, the head of their tribe, was born in Bahrain, the Pearl of the Gulf – well at least when pearling was popular there and Juby was born in the City of Dreams – no, not New York, concrete jungle where dreams are made of; Mumbai, ironically, the city that never sleeps. They have two wonderful children – Timothy (9 years) and Nayomi (7 years) who were born in Bahrain. Juby is an RN and Paul dabbles in Tech.

They landed in NY on the 21st of January 2020. They never dreamt of moving to the US. Visiting perhaps, as Juby’s brother and parents lived in NY but in the fullness of time, God arranged for both Juby and Paul to leave their respective jobs and migrate to the US. That in itself, is a long story! They fellowshipped with the Believers Brethren Assembly in Bahrain and were actively part of the youth and children’s ministry. They have a passion to support, nurture and build young people who are passionate about God and His Kingdom. They believe their life here has a purpose towards the extension of God’s Kingdom and look forward to each day revealing God’s immense grace. They are so excited to be here in St Louis and be a part of the Valley Park Chapel (they found out about the church through Sam and Joflin) and are looking forward to getting to know everyone and building long lasting relationships.