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The People seek: Glory in his holy name; let the hearts of those who seek the LORD rejoice. – 1 Chronicles 16:10 & Psalm 105:3 Look to the LORD and his strength; seek his face always. – 1 Chronicles 16:11 Such is the generation of those who seek him, who seek your face, O God [...]

This is an introduction to be read by a worship leader prior to singing the hymn “Amazing Grace.”

A Responsive Reading Based on Palms 107:23 – 32 Background Information: John Newton, the writer of the hymn “Amazing Grace”, had received some early religious instruction from his mother, who had died when he was a child, but he had long since given up any religious convictions.  However, on a homeward voyage, while he was attempting to [...]