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'Hope in The Morning' by James Kelso - Grooving with Grace and Truth


There's a new song that beutifully captures the feeling of frest start, like the sunrise that announces the beginning of a new day full of hope. The song is called 'Hope in the Morning' by James Kelso. It has a beat that gets your feet tapping and lyrics that cleanse your soul. It's a song for anyone who is seeking comfort in Jesus.

James Kelso - Hope In The MorningKelso's song is about our walk with Christ. The lyrics describe how empty and fake life was 'before him.' But then comes an encounter with Jesus, and life changes. Just like how each sunrise chases away the darkness, Jesus brings a fresh start, filling our lives with hope and peace, and each morning becomes a testament of His unwavering grace.

Some people look at the brokenness of life and question if God really exists. Kelso also sees a shattered world tainted by sin. He also sees the broken pieces that God is lovingly putting back together through Jesus. It's a sentiment that is easy for us to relate to because it reminds us of the grace and salvation that we all may find in Christ.

'Hope in the Morning' is a personal call to rejoice and walk in our divine calling. It's a funky beat with powerful lyrics that encourages you to move, both physically and spiritually. After all, each new day presents an opportunity, a walk with Jesus, a fresh start filled with His amazing grace.

(Related scripture: Lamentations 3:22-23; 2 Corinthians 5:17; Ephesians 2:8-9)

Connect with James Kelso

  • Website: https://jameskelsomusic.com/
  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jameskelsomusic
  • Facebook: https://facebook.com/jameskelsomusic
  • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jameskelsomusic
  • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3RsHnK8e4nHmipyBnIXtDz


You can listen to the track directly on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/2Ymsk7aeEMfe3YjeEu6kWd

Here is a link to the video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mFR7V3CzBjQ

Would you like to hear more CCM music? Then check out our Christian playlists on: https://www.christiandance.eu/playlists

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