John Newton — Biographies and Information
 John Newton (1725-1807) was an English hymn writer and Church of England
minister. Early life of wanton sin. For ten years involved in African
slave trade. Wrote the words and music for the familiar hymns "Amazing
Grace," "How Sweet the Name of Jesus Sounds," and "Glorious Things
of Thee Are Spoken." Collaborated with William Cowper in producing
the "Olney Hymns."Born Jul. 24, 1725 in London, England — Died Dec. 21, 1807 in London, England. |
- John Newton: Hymn Writer and Preacher.
- John Newton: Hymn Writer and Minister.
- John Newton, English Hymn Writer and Preacher.
- John Newton, 1725-1807. Biographical sketch.
- John Newton, 1725-1807. Biographical sketch.
- John Newton, 1725-1807. Short biography.
- John Newton. Short biography.
- John Newton. Short biography.
- John Newton. Short biography.
- John Newton. Short biography.
- John Newton. Short biography.
- John Newton. PDF
- Hymns — John Newton and His Study.
- "How Sweet the Name of Jesus Sounds".
- "Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken": John Newton.
- John Newton's Text: Deut. 15:15.
- Conversion of John Newton.
Recommended Book and DVD:
John
Newton: Change of Heart by Janet & Geoff Benge. Seattle, WA: Ywam Publishing, ©2018. 10 years and up.
John
Newton: A Ruthless Slave Trader Becomes a Messenger of Amazing Grace DVD by
Gary Wilkinson; distributed by Vision Video, Worcester, PA. Documentary,
featuring interviews with Newton scholars Brian H. Edwards, Jonathan Aitken
and Tony Baker, thoroughly explores Newton's life.
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