Welcome to "Inside the Hive" with Kyle and Brandon, a podcast dedicated to exploring the world of real estate investing, business strategies, wealth building, trends, and current events. Hosted by Kyle Gorman and Brandon Lehman, this podcast offers valuable insights and engaging discussions for both experienced investors and newcomers. To learn more, check out West Hive Capital!
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Kingdom Fellowship Weekend exists to promote Biblical Christianity in an era marked with apathy and compromise. Our heart-cry is to "continue steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers." Our passion is to return to the historical Anabaptist focus of total surrender to King Jesus and to embrace this lifestyle within our local church communities. We endeavor to do this by encouraging revival, fervent prayer, surrender to Jesus, and by provid ...
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Retail Boom & Bust Cycles: Lessons from the Past 50 Years
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14:17Retail real estate has seen some dramatic highs and lows over the last five decades. History tells a powerful story for operators and investors alike, from the rise of shopping malls to the fall of department stores, and now the resurgence of experiential retail. In this episode, we break down major real estate cycles, what caused them, and key ind…
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How Interest Rates Affect Retail Strategies
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13:33In this video, Brandon Lehman answers key questions on how interest rates influence retail strategy, neighborhood revitalization, and small business viability. Through a series of focused, expert-led responses, Brandon breaks down the real-world impact of economic shifts on leasing, financing, and consumer behavior. Whether you're an investor, reta…
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Welcome to "Inside the Hive with Kyle & Brandon," a podcast dedicated to exploring the world of real estate investing, business strategies, wealth building, trends and current events. Hosted by Kyle Gorman and Brandon Lehman, this podcast offers valuable insights and engaging discussions for both experienced investors and newcomers.…
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On today's episode, Kyle and Brandon go in depth about their business timelines. As the founders and principals of West Hive Capital, they work on investments, acquisitions, and revitalizations of underperforming shopping centers in Southern California. But how did they get here? Brandon and Kyle explain everything they both went through to create …
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Hear as we discuss what led to our first shopping center acquisition. We talk about the initial discussion with the property owner all the way through kicking off renovation construction.By Kyle Gorman and Brandon Lehman
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We go through the ins and outs of start-ups, what makes them successful, and what mistakes to avoid. Experience has shown us that learning from others can be the key that makes or breaks your venture.By Kyle Gorman and Brandon Lehman
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High Performing Habits For High Performing Individuals
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22:46In Episode 4 we discuss what habits make the difference in high performing businesses and individuals. When does your day begin? Are you prioritizing self-improvement? How often do you set goals? Wondering why these matter? Listen now for the answers, and build your success based on our experience!By Kyle Gorman and Brandon Lehman
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In the latest episode we discuss the intricacies of Multi-Family Investing. From its conception to why it may no longer be a viable option, its a crash course in a specific type of investment that you need to know to build success!By Kyle Gorman and Brandon Lehman
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In this episode of "Inside the Hive," Kyle Gorman and Brandon Layman sit down with Tanner Stevens, a successful coffee shop owner in the Kansas City area, to discuss his entrepreneurial journey. From taking over a unique coffee shop with a hot yoga studio in the back to expanding into a thriving multi-location business, Tanner shares insights on fi…
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This podcast episode features a detailed interview with Matt Scord, the founder of The Grotto, a custom menswear brand. Hosted by Kyle and Brandon on "Inside the Hive," the conversation explores Matt's journey from working in finance to starting his entrepreneurial venture. They delve into his business strategy, the challenges of scaling a custom c…
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The Evolution of Retail: How Shopping Centers Have Changed Over Decades
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16:55Why do retail real estate cycles keep repeating? In this video, we take a deep dive into the evolution of retail involving the golden age of shopping centers in the 1950s, to the major busts caused by overbuilding, oil crises, changing consumer behavior, and e-commerce disruption. Whether you're an investor, developer, broker, or simply fascinated …
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The Impact of E-Commerce on Brick and Mortar Retail
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13:58How is e-commerce transforming traditional retail spaces, and what does it mean for the future of brick-and-mortar? In this episode, host Brandon Lehman explores how the rapid rise of online shopping is reshaping physical retail, and how smart retail redevelopment is turning challenges into opportunities. Whether you're a commercial real estate inv…
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Retail Real Estate vs. Other Commercial Classes
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28:29In this insightful discussion, Brandon Lehman breaks down the differences between retail real estate and other commercial property classes. Learn how retail real estate plays a unique and vital role in neighborhood revitalization, economic growth, and community development. At West Hive Capital we specialize in breathing new life into neighborhood …
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Retail Real Estate: The Ultimate Contrarian Play
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17:45Why is retail really a contrarian play? Kyle Gorman breaks it down in this episode of Inside The Hive, sharing why retail investors matter now more than ever—and how going against the crowd could be the edge.By Kyle Gorman and Brandon Lehman
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The 14 Billion Square Feet Opportunity: Why Multifamily and STR Investors Are Moving to Retail Real Estate | Episode 13
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23:14In this episode of Inside the Hive, Brandon and Kyle dive into the growing trend of multifamily and short-term rental (STR) investors shifting focus to retail real estate. Discover why retail space presents a unique investment opportunity and what this shift means for the future of real estate. Don't miss Episode 13 of the podcast for expert insigh…
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Navigating Construction Management vs. Property Management for Real Estate Investors | Episode 12
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31:28Join West Hive's Kyle Gorman, as he breaks down the key differences between construction management and property management for real estate investors. Learn how each role impacts your investment strategy and which one you should focus on to build long-term success in the real estate industry!By Kyle Gorman and Brandon Lehman
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Squatter Showdown: My Battle with California’s Eviction Process | Episode 11
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34:08In this solo episode of Inside the Hive, Kyle explores the complexities of the eviction process in California. He shares a personal story involving his company, West Hive Capital, and their recent experience with a squatter tenant at a newly acquired shopping center in Palos Verdes. The discussion covers the financial and legal challenges faced, as…
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The Power of Alignment and Frame Shifting | Episode 10
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54:27In this episode, Kyle and Brandon host a conversation with Jason Drees, a coach specializing in alignment and frame shifting techniques. Jason shares insights about his background in technology sales and his transition into coaching after being inspired by a Tony Robbins coach. The discussion delves deeply into the concept of alignment coaching, co…
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"God’s Kingdom in Conflict with Earthly Kingdoms" by Kinley Coulter
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49:21In this talk, Kinley Coulter outlines three points to highlight the battle we are in, and how to effectively win by God’s grace: THE INESCAPABLE REALITY: The forces powering the conflict that is raging between the Church and the kingdoms of this world are invisible but utterly real and eternally dangerous. OUR INFERNAL RIVAL: The kingdoms of this w…
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"Why Communism and Socialism Fail to Create Community: What Is the Answer?" by Melvin Lehman
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44:21In this engaging talk, Melvin Lehman discusses how Communism and Socialism have failed. He begins with the its history and high aspirations: goals we could identify with. Yet it’s famously crumbled. Why? Are we destined to have a society with disparate poor and wealthy classes? How can worthy goals like equality be realized today? Melvin points to …
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This chorus of 150+ youth attendees of KFW 2024 praised the Lord in song together.By Kingdom Fellowship Weekend
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"Piercing the Darkness: Through Media, Business, Community Development, and Apologetics" by Melvin Lehman, Leo Eby, Pete Garber, and Kinley Coulter
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1:30:28“Media” by Melvin Lehman We do well to be wary of the negative effects digital media has on our lives. But “What hath God wrought?” to quote Samuel Morse, is an important question. How might our heavenly Father direct us to use this tool to serve the Kingdom of God in our day? We hope to look at the issues pro and con that are raised by this questi…
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"The Pursuit of Purpose" by Lamar Showalter
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54:47Purpose, meaning, fulfillment, motivation—these are things every human longs for. But what exactly is purpose, and how do we know when we’ve truly found it? What is your reason for being? While there are no simple answers, a biblical perspective offers foundational principles to help us begin answering these questions in each of our own lives. In t…
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"A Lover of Hospitality" by Mary Ann Brechbill
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1:02:46When our homes become hospitality centers, it’s sort of like a combination of a restaurant and a hospital with no charge. God has given each of our homes a strength or a talent that we can offer to the people that God sends to our homes. What is a strength that God gave you to share? Do you have one specialty food that you love to make? Or you can …
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"A Biblical Response to Multidimensional Poverty" by Pete Garber
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54:52Join us as we explore the reality of poverty and some of the ways to measure it. What we identify as the cause will determine what we propose as the solution. We'll be discussing economic disparity, considering the opposite of poverty (it's not wealth), and precedents in poverty alleviation. Imagine what the world might be like if communities appli…
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"We Don’t Vote, Go to War, or Do Politics: What Do We Do?" by Brandon Byler
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44:44As Anabaptists interact more freely and frequently with news media, they are faced with greater pressures—internally and externally—to become involved in national and international affairs. Should we be doing more? If so, what is the more we should be doing? This talk is not entirely descriptive (since a small percentage of Anabaptists are involved…
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"The Sands of Time Are Sinking!" by Isaac Zimmerman
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53:43The sands of time are sinking! This message is an urgent call to devote our hearts, lives, time, and energy completely to the kingdom of Jesus. Jesus said his followers are the light of the world, but before that can happen each of our own lamps must first be lit by a personal walk with Jesus. Time moves on, eternity draws nearer every day, and the…
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"Salt and Light: Engaging the World Through Hospitality and Business" by Leo Eby
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40:20Jesus is building a spiritual kingdom on earth in earthen vessels sanctified for the Master’s use with none other than resurrected, crucified flesh! His kingdom doesn’t exist in a vacuum, but in flesh and blood, in a world groaning and broken by sin. "So being affectionately desirous of you, we were willing to have imparted unto you, not the gospel…
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"Panel Discussion on CGS 2024" by Andrew Kurtz, Justin Wadel, and Melvin Lehman
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49:25In this panel discussion, moderator Wendell Martin fielded questions from the audience in relation to these preceeding three messages: “Multiplication or Fragmentation: How to Develop Healthy and Helpful Relationships with Other Church Groups” by Melvin Lehman, Guys Mills, Pennsylvania “People of Integrity” by Justin Wadel, Chambersburg, Pennsylvan…
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"Three Keys to Greatness in the Kingdom of God" by Andrew Kurtz
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34:09Andrew Kurtz contrasts Jesus’ teaching on greatness with the worldly methods of self-exaltation and power politics. Jesus teaches that the ones being served have greater value than the leader. An attitude of humility and service is more important than the leadership structure.By Kingdom Fellowship Weekend
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Justin Wadel speaks about the need for Christians to “be real,” living above the compromise and division that too often characterize Christianity. Each person is a necessary part, required for the Church to work properly. Corporate discipleship is how we press into the Kingdom, with self-examination, setting goals for personal growth, and being the…
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"Multiplication or Fragmentation: How to Develop Healthy and Helpful Relationships with Other Church Groups" by Melvin Lehman
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47:16Beginning with a call for us to be unified in Christ, Melvin gives an overview of historical changes in the Anabaptist movement. He reminds us that we need all the members working together for the body to flourish. Melvin urges us to respect boundaries and to be proactive rather than reactive to issues that need to be addressed.…
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"Fulfilling the Mission of the Church" by Trent Eikenberry
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44:29What is the mission of the Church? What does God want to see from us as Christians? The church has withstood many adversities throughout its history, and there have always been true followers of Jesus that have carried His message to the world. God has always had a remnant of people who have carried the faith further. Listen as brother Trent shows …
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"Gelássenheit, Community, and Brotherhood Agreements" by Dale Heisey
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44:31Self-denial. It sounds like a very negative thing. But is it? What is Gelassenheit? What does it take for brothers to have Brotherhood Agreements? What does it take to live in true Community as Jesus intended? What does it mean to deny self? Why should I deny self? Why is it necessary to submit my life to other members in the church? These question…
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"21st Century Temptations and Distractions Facing the Church - Panel Discussion" by Kevin Brechbill, Philip Showalter, Trent Eikenberry, and Elisha Byler
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1:28:26What are some distractions and temptations the church is facing today? Join these four men along with Nathan Overholt as they wrestle with these four topics relevant to our day. "Are you infinitely distracted," Trent Eikenberry asks us, "with up to the minute news from the other side of the world?" He suggests that this relatively new phenomenon is…
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"The Practice of Spiritual Disciplines" by Elisha Byler
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55:16How much do you want to get done in life? How can we be useful vessels that God can use to get a lot done in His kingdom? Self-control, one of the fruits of the Spirit, is an essential element in our lives if we want to be fruitful Christians. We make a firm decision, and the Holy Spirit gives us the power to live it out. Spiritual disciplines such…
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"Spiritual Disciplines in the Context of Marriage and Motherhood" by Mariel Frost
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1:19:18Spiritual disciplines are basically hidden from the eyes of others, but that which we’ve received from Jesus is going to splash out to bless all the people around us. We will be under pressure what we have rehearsed in our leisure. A mother can incorporate spiritual disciplines as she goes through her day. Singing and Bible memory is something that…
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"Becoming a Pillar in the Church" by Philip Showalter
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59:56In architecture, pillars provide crucial strength and stability to buildings that can last for generations. In the same way, any enduring church needs members who are faithful ‘pillars’ that others can rely on (Galatians 2:9). Brother Philip Showalter shares six simple steps to becoming a pillar in the church. Open transparency in the brotherhood B…
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"The Church That Overcomes Satan" by Joel Martin
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36:47In this message, Joel Martin challenges us to consider three prophetic keys that are absolutely essential for those of us who hope to overcome the accuser of the brethren. How will the victorious saints overcome the devil? Let’s learn together how we will be able to conquer that great dragon of whom the Scriptures say, “Woe unto you ye inhabitants …
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How can we be a church not just in name, but in holiness, and in the character of God? Is the church of Jesus Christ prepared to face her battles? Do we know who our enemy is? Are we unified against our enemy? Are we winning our battles? A soldier for King Jesus must have complete surrender to the Lordship of Jesus Christ. We serve our Captain Jesu…
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"God’s Blueprint for Heaven on Earth" by Kevin Brechbill
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42:22We all yearn to witness the realization of heaven on earth, but the question remains: How does this transformation occur? Does God suddenly change us into completely new Christlike people? Will it come with a group of averagely good individuals? Or will heaven truly come to earth only when we as individuals and churches press into intentional growt…
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"Q&A: God’s Equipment for Building His Church - Panel Discussion" by Raymond Glick, Kevin Brechbill and Micah Hozen
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27:29Raymond Glick, Kevin Brechbill and Micah Hozen discuss and take audience questions raised by the message on “God’s Equipment for Building His Church.” Panel discussion moderated by Andrew Kurtz.By Kingdom Fellowship Weekend
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"God’s Equipment for Building His Church" by Raymond Glick
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41:49In his call for the church to “lengthen the tent cords and strengthen the stakes,” Raymond Glick points to the need for brotherhoods to identify the gifts individuals have been given, to bless and encourage the use of those gifts, and for leaders to delegate responsibility to gifted members.By Kingdom Fellowship Weekend
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"Spiritual Preparation for Kingdom Work" by Elisha Byler
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41:47Elisha Byler emphasizes personal surrender and the practice of spiritual disciplines of prayer, fasting, and Bible reading. These practices fortify us for the experiences in kingdom work that feel like going through a meat grinder.By Kingdom Fellowship Weekend
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"How the Gospel Spread in 16th Century Europe" by Andrew V. Ste. Marie
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39:44Andrew V. Ste. Marie paints a powerful picture of the dedication and desperation that powered the spread of God's kingdom in the days of the early Anabaptists. Andrew calls us to cultivate faithful communities that shine a welcoming light into the darkness around us. This message was given at the Church Growth Seminar 2023, which is a segment organ…
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Let All Things Now Living Katherine K. Davis, 1892-1980 Descant by Tom Fettke, 1941- © Word Music, LLC (ASCAP) and Integrity’s Hosanna! Music (ASCAP). All Rights Reserved. Used by permission. 1 Let all things now living a song of thanksgiving To God the Creator triumphantly raise; Who fashioned and made us, protected and stayed us, Who still guides…
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Blessed Are They Who Will Trust in the Lord Friedrich Munz, 1865-1916 Tr. Dan Nickel, 1993 Words & music © Copyright 2010 by Larry K. Nickel. Used by permission. Sorry, verse 1 and 2 are not recorded. 1 Blessed are they who will trust in the Lord Who offers us love and grace. Almighty Pow’r, every foe is subdued He saves us in wondrous ways. Chorus…
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Bread for the Journey Bret Hesla Copyright 1990 Bret Hesla. Posted by permission of Augsburg Fortress. 1 Give us bread for the journey. Give us bread. Give us bread for the journey. Give us bread. When our feet are getting heavy And we’re hanging down our heads, Give us bread for the journey. Give us bread. 2 Guide our way as we travel. Guide our w…
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Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing Robert Robinson, 1735-1790 1 Come, thou Fount of every blessing, Tune my heart to sing thy grace; Streams of mercy, never ceasing, Call for songs of loudest praise. Teach me some melodious sonnet, Sung by flaming tongues above. Praise the mount I’m fixed upon it Mount of God’s redeeming love. 2 Here I raise my Ebe…
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Lord, in the Fullness of My Might Thomas H. Gills, 1819-1906 1 Lord, in the fullness of my might, I would for Thee be strong; While runneth o’er each dear delight, To Thee should soar my song. 2 I would not give the world my heart, And then profess Thy love; I would not feel my strength depart, And then Thy service prove. 3 I would not with swift-w…
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