This version of the hymn “O Happy Day” is an international assemblage made over a period of almost 300 years. The original words to the song were written in the 18th century by Philip Doddridge, an Englishman. The spritely melody to this version was composed in the 20th century by Go¨sta Linstro¨m, a Swede. The arrangement of Lindstrom’s tune first appeared in the Musical Salvationist and was made by Emil Soderstrom, a Dane. The present arrangement for brass was made in the 21st century by an American. If nothing else, it shows that happiness is a good thing, and this melody shows how infectious it can be.

This version of the hymn “O Happy Day” is an international assemblage made over a period of almost 300 years. The original words to the song were written in the 18th century by Philip Doddridge, an Englishman. The spritely melody to this version was composed in the 20th century by Go¨sta Linstro¨m, a Swede. The arrangement of Lindstrom’s tune first appeared in the Musical Salvationist and was made by Emil Soderstrom, a Dane. The present arrangement for brass was made in the 21st century by an American. If nothing else, it shows that happiness is a good thing, and this melody shows how infectious it can be.

“New Name Written Down in Glory” is a rousing combination of a new contemporary Christian song by Charity Gayle and the old gospel song “A New Name in Glory” by C. Austin Miles. The words speak of the believer’s name being written in the Book of Life, referred to in Revelation, and receiving a new identity based in God’s love for us. The arrangement attempts to capture the joy of being adopted into the family of God.

“King Jesus is a-Listening” is a traditional spiritual. This song captures the aspiration of the hearts of enslaved peoples. Jesus was born a baby, yes, but he was also a king. This energetic arrangement recalls his triumphal, un-hindered entry into Jerusalem.

This is a straightforward presentation of a children’s chorus with an equally direct statement of faith: I believe God answers prayer, He’s answered mine before.

“Here Is Love” was originally penned by the Welsh poet William Rees (1802-1883) then translated from Welsh into English by William Edwards (1848-1929). The text is based on one of the most famous Scripture references, John 3:16 “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life” (NIV). The beautiful melody that accompanies the text was composed by American gospel songwriter Robert Lowry in 1876. Although this hymn is 150 years old, it remains popular today.

One of the more popular songs from the contemporary Christian band Passion, “Glorious Day” is an anthem that proclaims joy from this truth: because Jesus rose from His grave, we too can break free from the sin that imprisons us.

Throughout his life, Count Zinzendorf (1700-1760) focused not on what he was doing for Christ but on the sufficiency of what Christ had done for him. His song “Jesus, Thy Blood and Righteousness” (Translated by John Wesley,1703-1791) is an outstanding example of this.

ily of God!”