O Say, Can You Sing

In O Say, Can You Sing?, Michael D. Young uncovers the powerful, true stories behind America'Äôs most beloved patriotic songs'Äîand the faithful believers who lived out Christian values through sacrifice, courage, and conviction. These aren'Äôt textbook figures. They'Äôre everyday heroes whose devotion to God and love of freedom helped shape the soul of a nation.

Meet Harriet Tubman, a woman of unshakable faith who, despite chronic illness and a bounty on her head, led dozens to freedom through the Underground Railroad. She called herself 'ÄúMoses, 'Äù and the lyrics of The Battle Hymn of the Republic'Äî'ÄúMine eyes have seen the glory of the coming of the Lord'Äù'Äîbecame a rallying cry for her mission. Through music and action, she bore witness to a God of deliverance.

In this book, you'Äôll discover:

How Christian men and women shaped liberty through unseen acts of courage The spiritual roots and surprising histories of songs like God Bless America and America the Beautiful How music preserved faith and freedom through every American conflict QR codes that let you hear the music and explore the lives of each hero through immersive extras

Part hymnbook, part devotional, part history'Äîthis is a powerful reminder that the story of America has always been sung by believers. And their song still matters.