Who Is He in Yonder Stall – Golden Bells Bluegrass Country Hymns Playlist

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Step into the rich harmonies and heartfelt picking of this Golden Bells Bluegrass Country Hymns Playlist, where timeless hymns meet the warm, authentic sounds of mandolin, fiddle, upright bass, guitar, Dobro, and banjo. This collection is built around the central theme of our Savior’s life, ministry, death, resurrection, and eternal reign—rooted in the powerful title hymn, Who Is He in Yonder Stall.

Who Is He in Yonder Stall invites us to walk through the gospel story, from the humble manger in Bethlehem to the empty tomb and the throne of heaven. Written by Benjamin Russell Hanby in the mid-1800s, this hymn’s simple yet vivid verses lead us step-by-step through the life of Christ. It’s the perfect anchor for a playlist celebrating His identity as “the Lord, the King of glory.”

Alongside it is Christ Upon the Mountain Peak, a hymn inspired by the Transfiguration account in Matthew 17. Written by Brian A. Wren in the 20th century, it calls us to join angels, prophets, and saints in worshipping the radiant Christ, revealed in glory on the mountain.

O Love, How Deep, How Broad is a 15th-century Latin hymn translated into English in the 19th century. Its verses unfold the immeasurable love of God, shown in Christ’s life, death, and resurrection—reminding us of Romans 5:8, where “God demonstrates His own love for us in this: while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”

I Think When I Read That Sweet Story takes us into the gentleness of Jesus, especially His welcome to children. Penned by Jemima Luke in 1841, it reflects on Isaiah 40:11, portraying Christ as the Shepherd who gathers the lambs in His arms.

O Jesus Sweet, O Jesus Mild carries a tender tone of worship, likely based on older European devotional poetry. Its verses are filled with love and reverence for the Savior who left heaven’s glory to comfort and redeem us, echoing the assurance in Romans 8:38–39 that nothing can separate us from His love.

The Advent of Our God is an Advent hymn of expectation, dating back to the 17th century. Its verses anticipate both Christ’s first coming in humility and His return in glory, tying beautifully to Zephaniah 3:17’s promise that the Lord rejoices over His people.

Of the Father’s Love Begotten is one of the oldest Christian hymns, written by Aurelius Prudentius in the 4th century. It magnifies Christ as Alpha and Omega, the eternal Word through whom all things were made, echoing the worship of angels and saints through the ages.

There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy, written by Frederick William Faber in the 19th century, draws us into the vast, immeasurable love of God—like the wideness of the sea, as described in Psalm 103:11: “For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is his steadfast love toward those who fear him.”

Finally, O Come, O Come, Immanuel, an ancient Advent hymn based on the “O Antiphons” of the 8th century, expresses Israel’s longing for the Messiah. Its haunting melody and prophetic lyrics remind us that Christ is the fulfillment of God’s promises and the ransom for His people.

Together, these hymns form a moving journey through Scripture—from prophecy to fulfillment, from the manger to the cross, from the empty tomb to the throne of God. Played in heartfelt bluegrass style, the instruments breathe fresh life into these cherished words, creating an atmosphere of reverence, joy, and deep reflection.


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Let’s Pray 🙏

Heavenly Father, we thank You for the gift of Your Son, our Savior, who came in humility, walked among us in love, and reigns now in glory. For every listener here today, I ask for Your healing touch where there is pain, Your peace where there is anxiety, and Your restoration where there is loss. Let Your blessings overflow in their homes, their work, and their hearts. Guide their steps in righteousness, strengthen them in times of trial, and fill them with the joy of Your presence. May Your Word take root in their lives, and may they know, beyond any doubt, that Your mercy is wider than the sea and Your love deeper than they can comprehend. We place all things into Your hands, trusting in Your perfect will. In Jesus’ name, Amen.


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Bible Verses for Reflection

Romans 5:8 – God demonstrates His love in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.

Isaiah 40:11 – He will gather the lambs in His arms and carry them in His bosom.

Zephaniah 3:17 – The Lord rejoices over you with gladness.

Psalm 103:11 – His steadfast love is as high as the heavens.

Romans 8:38–39 – Nothing can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus.


Enjoy these timeless hymns, and let their truths resonate in your heart today.