Keith & Kristyn Getty: Music, Faith & the Story Behind the Hymns
Update: 2025-11-04
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In our inaugural episode of Premier Unbelievable: The Interview, host Luke Martin sits down with modern hymn writers Keith and Kristyn Getty—the duo, alongside Stuart Townend, behind the global hymn “In Christ Alone.”
From Belfast roots to life in Nashville, Luke explores their craft, calling, and why congregational singing forms the grammar of belief. The Gettys reflect on the partnership of poetry and melody, the tension between emotionalism and depth in worship, and the growing hunger among Gen Z for meaning, beauty and a faith that shapes real life. They also share details of their new hymnal project and preview their Christmas concerts in Glasgow, London and Belfast.
Whether you’re a pastor, musician, worship leader or thoughtful listener, this conversation offers practical insight and rich encouragement for shaping beautiful, theologically robust worship in the local church.
01:25 – Who are Keith & Kristyn Getty?
05:10 – Why Congregational Singing Matters
09:20 – Writing Hymns: Poetry, Melody & Partnership
14:45 – Worship: Emotion vs Depth
19:30 – Gen Z’s Search for Meaning & Beauty
24:55 – The New Getty Hymnal Project
30:10 – A Global Movement of Hymn Singing
35:40 – Advice for Church Musicians & Worship Leaders
42:00 – Christmas Tour Preview (Glasgow / London / Belfast)
47:25 – Closing Thoughts
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From Belfast roots to life in Nashville, Luke explores their craft, calling, and why congregational singing forms the grammar of belief. The Gettys reflect on the partnership of poetry and melody, the tension between emotionalism and depth in worship, and the growing hunger among Gen Z for meaning, beauty and a faith that shapes real life. They also share details of their new hymnal project and preview their Christmas concerts in Glasgow, London and Belfast.
Whether you’re a pastor, musician, worship leader or thoughtful listener, this conversation offers practical insight and rich encouragement for shaping beautiful, theologically robust worship in the local church.
Get Home For Christmas tickets here: https://tix.to/vRm4Ug
Getty Sing! Hymnal: https://amzn.to/4omSm1A
Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction01:25 – Who are Keith & Kristyn Getty?
05:10 – Why Congregational Singing Matters
09:20 – Writing Hymns: Poetry, Melody & Partnership
14:45 – Worship: Emotion vs Depth
19:30 – Gen Z’s Search for Meaning & Beauty
24:55 – The New Getty Hymnal Project
30:10 – A Global Movement of Hymn Singing
35:40 – Advice for Church Musicians & Worship Leaders
42:00 – Christmas Tour Preview (Glasgow / London / Belfast)
47:25 – Closing Thoughts
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