Hymns for Christian Devotion / Especially Adapted to the Universalist Denomination

Name: Hymns for Christian Devotion / Especially Adapted to the Universalist Denomination
Author: John G. Adams

By John G. Adams

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The volume gathers several hundred hymns arranged by theme and liturgical use — opening and closing worship, attributes of God, Scripture, Christ, gospel invitations, Christian life, repentance, mourning and consolation, death and futurity, missionary and philanthropic topics, seasonal and national occasions, and doxologies. Compilers balance familiar traditional texts with newer and original compositions, noting authorship where known, and emphasize devotional rather than purely poetic qualities. Selections aim to serve both the Universalist denomination and a broader liberal Christianity, offering variety for public and private worship, special services, and thematic gatherings.

About the Author

John G. Adams

John G. Adams was a prominent figure in the Universalist movement, contributing significantly to its literature and hymnody. He is best known for his works "Fifty Notable Years / Views of the Ministry of Christian Universalism During the Last Half-Century; with Biographical Sketches," which reflects on the history and impact of Universalism, and "Hymns for Christian Devotion / Especially Adapted to the Universalist Denomination," a collection of hymns tailored for Universalist worship. Adams' writings provide insight into the theological and cultural developments within the Universalist tradition during his time.