Conversations with Pastors Episode 10 - Devotional Hymnology with Dan Kreider
Dec 19, 2025
Dan Kreider, a pastor and church musician with deep expertise in hymnology, explores the essential role of music in faith. He argues that our songs of praise should be shared and not kept private, delving into the rich history of church music and its evolution from psalmody to hymns. Dan emphasizes that all believers can sing to God in their own words, encouraging families to embrace singing as a vital part of worship. He highlights the importance of overcoming insecurities and cultivating a culture of music in homes to enrich spiritual lives.
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Worship Is A Public Mandate
- Dan Kreider asserts that every Christian is a singer because God has put a new song in their mouth.
- That song is public and designed so many will see, fear, and trust in the Lord.
Learning Hymn History With A Mentor
- Dan recounts studying hymnology with Fred Coleman who made history practical and devotional.
- That training helped him connect historic hymnody to present worship practice.
Psalms Versus Human-Composed Hymns
- Historic Anglican practice often restricted singing to the Psalms as God’s songbook.
- The shift toward hymns reflected debate over whether Christians may sing in their own words.
