7 Inspirational Hymns to Celebrate Reformation Day

How Firm a Foundation

Penned by an unknown author, this hymn was first published in 1787 in a hymnbook titled A Selection of Hymns from the Best Authors and has strong popularity among American churches in particular.

It has also been used for the funerals of notable Americans, including former President Theodore Roosevelt and Confederate General Robert E. Lee.

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