Changing Hearts: ‘Amazing Grace’ Hymn Writer’s Racist Past

You’ve likely heard the famous hymn, Amazing Grace.  Were you aware of its writer’s racist past?  I thought I knew his real story, but I didn’t.  It holds valuable lessons for today’s racial turmoil.

People the world over love Amazing Grace.  It’s been sung at countless memorial services, civil rights events and churches.  Recently, people in 50 COVID-affected nations sang it together in an inspiring video.