The Incredible Journey

The Slave Trader – Amazing Grace (John Newton)

December 30, 2022 Gary Kent Season 2 Episode 23
The Incredible Journey
The Slave Trader – Amazing Grace (John Newton)
Show Notes

How many times have you heard the hymn “Amazing Grace?”  It’s the most popular song in history, sung over 10 million times each year.  Ever wondered where it came from?  Hear the incredible story in our new program, “The Slave Trader – Amazing Grace.” It was written by a notorious blasphemer, a rebellious shipman, a slave trader, who later became a church minister, and an abolitionist who fought publicly to end slavery.  In this program, we’ll learn about John Newton and the history and meaning behind the best-loved hymn, Amazing Grace.