#158 - Kyle Thompson // Amazing Grace
#158 - Kyle Thompson // Amazing Grace  
Podcast: The Daily Blade: Joby Martin & Kyle Thompson
Published On: Fri Aug 08 2025
Description: We conclude our week-long series on favorite hymns by exploring Amazing Grace, the most famous hymn of all time written in 1772 by John Newton, a former slave ship captain turned minister and abolitionist after his conversion during a violent storm at sea.• Written by John Newton, a former slave ship captain who became a Christian in 1748• After conversion, Newton became a minister and leading voice in the abolitionist movement• Leanne Rimes' 1997 version highlighted as a favorite rendition• Lyrics connect to biblical concepts of total depravation (Romans 5:4-5)• Imagery of being lost and found, blind then seeing relates to spiritual regeneration (Luke 15:32)• References to "dangers, toils and snares" speaks to perseverance in faith (Psalm 23:4)• Final verses point to the promise of eternal life (1 Timothy 6:19)• The grace of God is truly amazing—He loved sinners enough to send His SonIf you have not accepted God's free gift of grace yet, I compel you to do so today. If you want to help equip other men for the fight, share this podcast around and leave us a five-star rating and review.Support the showWant to connect? Email communication@coe22.com