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Above Every Name

Names of kings and rulers we honor

Author: John W. Peterson
Tune: [Names of kings and rulers we honor]
CCLI Number: 44467
Published in 3 hymnals


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Source: Favorites Number 9: A Collection of Gospel Songs #48
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First Line: Names of kings and rulers we honor
Title: Above Every Name
Author: John W. Peterson
Language: English
Refrain First Line: Above every name is the name of Jesus
Copyright: © 1975, renewal 2003, John W. Peterson Music Co.; You may download one copy of this song for your own personal use. To make copies or to perform the work you must get permission from John W. Peterson Music Co. or through your license with Christian Copyright Licensing International (CCLI).
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Favorites Number 9 #48

Favorites Number 9 #48
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Praise! Our Songs and Hymns #76

Praise! Our Songs and Hymns #76
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