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Stephen M. Miller’s “It’s the Leaving I Don’t Know (Psalm 90)” is a song that invites us to reflect on the brevity and frailty of human life and focus on what is really important. The song doesn’t focus on passing away… Stephen shared: “I lost my father to a 27-year battle with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. I lost all 3 of my younger brothers: death 1 day after birth, death by heart attack, and death by COVID. Today, I just returned home from visiting my mother halfway across the country, 800 miles away. She is blind from strokes, suffering from dementia, and transitioning into death. She will soon die, any day, or possibly in several weeks. Consumed by all this grief, I struggle to understand how to cope and how to help my family prepare for when I have to leave.” Stephen faced his own health crisis. He collapsed one day, unable to speak, and woke up to his wife calling an ambulance. It was nothing more serious than that, but it was in this moment that he thought this could be the end of hi...

Chinonso's "My Shepherd King" wasn't born in a polished studio… it was scribbled on a crumpled notebook during a lunch break. The song started with a heart that is still chasing God's call while going through the routines of a daily job.  Have you ever felt like your idea of love is shifting with every social media post, news story, or cultural trend? That was the exact situation that Chinonso was wrestling with when he wrote the lyrics for this song. The song challenges us to examine what shapes our understanding of His Love. Culture loves conditionally, but Christ loves us sacrificially. This contrast in "love" invites us to reflect on our definition of love and to check whether it aligns with Biblical truths or worldly trends. Lines like "You are my peace, You are my song" remind us that He carries us when we don't have enough strength left to stand on our own. The chorus calls God the "Mighty God, Lover of my soul… My Shepherd Kin...

Have you ever felt lost in dark times? Are you looking to heal your heart, but you just don’t know where to start? For The Kingdom wrote “Heal The Brokenhearted” for this type of situation. It’s a song inspired by Luke 4:18 “to set the oppressed free.” God offers rest for the weary (oppressed). In other words, you are not abandoned! The lyrics remind us that He came to heal the brokenhearted. Instead of you carrying burdens on your own, you can turn your eyes to heaven and experience the healing that He brings. But most of all, recognize that you will always find peace in God. When storms rage within you, look to the source of Truth. Be still and remember, He’s still healing you. May this song enhance your worship. The production blends piano and warm drums to create a reflective sound. So lift your heart to Jesus. Let Him quiet your heart and mind. Why struggle in silence and alone, when Hope is available? Trust in Him. You’ll soon begin to feel His arms surround you. Press play toda...

“Sacred Songs of Praise” by Galen Crew was co-written with British songwriting legend Roger Cook. The key message of the song is that the simple act of singing to God is in itself a significant step forward when you’re facing dark moments in your life. Praising God is always the right thing to do, regardless of the circumstances that you’re facing. Set against the warm sounds of a mandolin and a violin solo, the lyrics begin vulnerably: “I was low // Shadows lingered over me // Even so // I could hear a melody.” Our praise isn’t just for the perfect days. “Sacred songs of praise help me turn my gaze upon you,” praise that helps to shift the focus from our struggles to our Savior. Worship changes any circumstance into hope. So, instead of passively waiting for circumstances to change, you’re invited to worship, or as Galen puts it, “sing out loud, join angelic company.” Can you feel that shift in your heart and mind? Your voice, however quiet, joins a timeless chorus of truth and lov...

(by Jasper Tan) In the tradition of our favorite CCM rock anthems from the 90's and early 2000's (the Jars of Clay and Vertical Horizon come to mind), Robert Peterson and The Crusade's recently released single, called "Sometime," is a joyful experience to listen to. This is a rock song that speaks about waiting and being prepared for the right moment to be called by Jesus. It comes from a place where the miracle and the sudden arrival of God in our lives are always unpredictable. But when we are ready, God will find us. The lyricism of the song is written in such a way that there are double meanings and vague messages. I understand the artistic decision to write this in such a manner. I always believe that evangelism isn't always straightforward, and there is definitely not a one-size-fits-all approach. Sometimes people who have yet to encounter Jesus in their lives may feel resistance and apathy towards the truth of Jesus' love for us, but are open to mes...