Hit in the Head with a Hymn Book
9 episodes
S1E9
A Fortune Teller, a Sermon & the Hymn That Changed It All
What does a drunken encounter with a fortune teller have to do with one of the most powerful hymns ever…
S1E8
He Wrote One of the Most Famous Hymns, But Never Heard It
Maltby Babcock was the "Superman" of the early 1900s—a star athlete, a brilliant musician, and a beloved pastor who seemed…
S1E7
The Surprising Story of a Hymn You Thought You Knew
In a world that loves dramatic stories, the history of "Great Is Thy Faithfulness" is a quiet lesson in authentic…
S1E6
Unlocking the Power & Journey of “Christ Arose”
Experience the mighty triumph of "Christ Arose" like never before. On "Hit in the Head with a Hymnal," we explore…
S1E5
Why Was “All Hail The Power” BANNED?
You know the melody, you've sung the words, but do you know the astonishing story behind "All Hail the Power…
S1E4
The Land of Beulah (and a Technical Glitch)
Ever heard a hymn title so strange you had to know the story? Join Jeff Dixon on "Hit in the…
S1E3
What Does It Mean to Be “Closer Drawn to Thee”?
The hymn "I Am Thine, O Lord" is a prayer for deeper intimacy with God. But what does a life…
S1E2
The Bat-Keeping Author of ‘Onward, Christian Soldiers’
Did you know one of Christianity's most famous "battle" hymns was written by an eccentric, self-taught scholar who kept a…
S1E1
You’ll Never Hear ‘Jesus Loves Me’ the Same Way Again
Ever had a hymn book thrown at your head? Jeff Dixon has (well, almost). That wild story kicks off a…