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"He Calls Me Friend (LIVE)" by Luminate House is a passionate song about the fact that Jesus doesn't just see us as followers; He calls us "friends" (John 15:15). Just let that sink in for a moment! What does this mean for us today? The fact that He calls us friend brings so much hope, especially if you're facing doubt or feel like the "enemy" is trying to steal your joy. The song is trying to trigger paradigm shift in your heart, "The Devil tryna steal my joy… But I have a friend in God."   This song celebrates the life-changing power of God's friendship with us. Lines like "He called me out with the promise of freedom" highlight His relentless pursuit of our hearts. He also sets the tone for what true friendship means… true friends don't give up! In Jesus we have a very special Friend, because "He knows my story, and He knows the end." This reassures us that no matter how daunting the circumstances may seem,...

"Banner Over Me" by Jethun Andrepont is a beautiful song with an interesting backstory. The lyrics are inspired by a very dark time in the life of Jethun's father. A time where his father learned who His father in heaven is and how much He loves Him… and he put it on paper. His father found peace and comfort in Scripture, as he realized God's love wasn't distant but a banner hovering over him, turning his pain into purpose.  The song doesn't see Jesus' crucifixion as an end but as a banner of love that protects us, stretching over us as believers, even when we're facing "adversity" and "enemies." The lyrics "I am the wounds in Your hands and feet" and "Your banner over me is love" are powerful reminders that Jesus' suffering wasn't just for our forgiveness; it was also to show us how much He loves us, just as we are. The song echoes Psalm 23, e.g., with a "table set before me" , lyrics that en...

Alice Peters' song "You Are Good" reminds us of God's goodness and His love for us. It also encourages you to think about, "How has God been good to you?" We all know the story of Jesus, the Master of the universe and King of kings, and still He humbled Himself to live among us. He loved us so much that He even paid our price on the cross to save us. Alice's message is clear—God's goodness isn't just something theoretical; it's tangible, and we may experience it in our own lives. Lines like "I have tasted of Your mercy, I have tasted of Your love" remind us how tangible His grace is and that it changes us from the inside out. His mercy is endless, constantly renewing us, molding us, and inviting us to also actively participate in His work: "Help me Lord to join You now." May the lyrics of this song encourage you to reflect on how you have experienced God in your life, and motivate you to celebrate that He is always there...

"Whisper Above My Shout" by Tyler Ratcliffe is a powerful reminder God's voice is constant and always clear, even when we're going through life's loudest storms. Tyler shares, "When I was writing 'Whisper Above My Shout', I kept coming back to this moment. We've all been there, where life feels loud, overwhelming, like you're crying out but you can't hear God's voice through the noise. And that's when I realized: He's never stopped speaking." God doesn't whisper out of weakness—His whisper is an authoritative call that cuts through all of the noise and confusion we may be facing. Tyler emphasizes this in the lyrics: "I heard a whisper louder than the demons shout." He reminds us that no matter how loud the storm gets, we can count on His voice to always be louder. Tyler shares that the inspiration for this song came from Mark 5, where Jesus encounters a man tormented by demons. Despite the chaos that was sur...

Nineties Worship Night and Rodney Douglas Jr. release a cover of the song "House Of The Lord" by the late Danny Chambers for their "Break Through the Stars" studio compilation album. The song is a reminder of the beauty and power that we all may find in worship. It's an invitation to embrace the joy, peace, and love that come from gathering together in God's presence. A special connection is forged with God (and with each other) when you worship together, turning worship into precious moments where "the goodness of our God will freely flow." "House Of The Lord" is an invitation to experience the unfolding purpose of the Lord and to place Him at the center of our praise. The story behind this song adds an extra meaning to this rendition. The song was reimagined with a fresh bridge by CCM artist Rodney Douglas Jr. and producer Jesse David. As Chad Gentry, founder of Nineties Worship Night, shares, their goal was to honor Chambers' legac...

"Wait On You" by Hope Worship is an inspiring song about the need to place our trust in God. It's not enough to say that you trust Him, it is also about walking the talk… and having the courage to let go once you've placed your challenges in His hands. Hope Worship encourages us to have faith in His promises. He will make a way for us, even when we're not able to see one. The song's lyrics, like "I will wait on you Lord, all my hope is in Your word," are a prayer, a desire, maybe even a plea, because it is often easier said than done. The key is to trust God no matter what happens and trust in His timing. Hope Worship wants to reassure you that He is your rock, safety, and refuge. "You hold me in Your hand."  … isn't that what we truly desire?  The lyrics remind us that He is already there for us, but we also need to take a step, a leap of faith, by surrendering everything to God, just like they sing in the following lines, "I lay...

Nicole Spowart's "I Will Lift My Voice" is a powerful song about longing to know God more intimately. With lyrics like "I wanna know You more" and "Show me Your glory Lord," the song reflects the heart's cry that many have to be closer with the Father, and at the same time it offers help when we struggle to seek His presence above all else. The song is an invitation to lift our voices in praise, magnify His name, and glorify Him alone, declaring,  "It's Your face I seek!" Some may say, "I wish this were me," and the beauty is that this change of heart is within our reach with His help. There is an interesting backstory behind this song. Nicole wrote it after the radical transformation of her heart and life. She was writing and crying out in her heart to know Him more. When the song was recorded and delivered over the internet, a physical healing occurred. Nicole's husband had placed his hand on a BBQ the day before, ...

Isabel Maggie's "We Carry The Kingdom" is a bold song about embracing our role as ambassadors of God's Kingdom in our daily lives. People around us watch what we say and do, as reflected in lyrics such as "We carry the kingdom in every step we take" and "Let's go tell the world of Jesus love and truth" . We are called to shine His light, break chains, and share the gospel wherever we go. This doesn't mean knocking on doors; we all have our talents; it's about declaring who we are in Christ through our deeds and example.  The song was born out of Isabel's desire to remind us that we're not called to be undercover Christians. We have a higher calling. As she explains, when we carry the Kingdom, we do so with God's Spirit and strength, and that makes the impact of our message unstoppable. We have a powerful message to share about the hope and purpose we have found in Him, "We have a king that overcame the grave" and...

Emmanuel Songsore has released a new instrumental cover, and this time it is an instrumental version of the song "He Has Done Great Things" by Bethel Music. The original was released by Bethel Music on December 6th, 2024, and a live version was released on Bethel's album, "We Must Respond," on January 10th, 2025. Have you heard it yet?  This song is so new that you may not have heard the original yet. "He Has Done Great Things" is a beautiful depiction of the gospel and the sacrifice of Jesus. The lyrics are inspired by Psalm 103, passages that remind us of the gift we all may receive of God's everlasting love, mercy, and forgiveness. The lyrics in Bethel's original use imagery of the crucified Lamb and rivers of grace, reminding us of the forgiveness we receive through His blood and declaring Him worthy of all praise for removing our sin and opening the door so we may be with Him.  The following passage in Psalm 103 came to mind as I read the ...

Alex Young And Friends' "Great Exchange" is their second single! A single with beautiful verse lyrics about the meaning of Jesus' sacrifice on the cross. The song beautifully captures the weight of sin and shame that is "nailed to the cross, nailed to the cross," and also celebrates a 'great exchange' where Christ stepped in to take our place and pay the ultimate price, so we are free. "The holy and righteous king, suffered and died for me," such a love for us, and what a price He paid for our freedom.  The song takes us along the brutality of Calvary— "There's a hill that I know where the criminals go" —to His triumphant resurrection: "He was laid in a grave, but in three days was raised." Jesus not only bore our sins, but He also conquered death, and by doing so, He completed the work of salvation.  After a successful Kickstarter campaign, Alex co-produced a full album with Jason Hoard (Third Day, Crowder, Shane ...

Anneline Hugo's "Promises" is a deeply personal and heartfelt song about holding onto God's Word when life feels overwhelming. The song was co-written with Carli Lessing and reminds us that even when "the earth itself is crumbling," God is and always will be our refuge and strength. The chorus declares, "I'll hold onto you when my world falls apart… For all of your promises are yes and amen," emphasizing the essence of trust in His faithfulness.  This is a song that is born out of Anneline's faith journey. Anneline shares: "This is a song that is very special to us. … My husband has been fighting cancer since 2018 and this song is born out of that struggle—the Lord has always been faithful and His character and promises have been like an anchor for us in our storms." The lyrics contain such an important message, especially if you're currently facing some hard times in your life. "He loves you with an everlasting love. He...

Matthew Simmons released "I'll Go", a powerful song about wholeheartedly following Jesus, no matter where He leads you. The song captures what it means to surrender to God and declares, "Where you go I'll go" and "The compass of my heart, You point me to the light." This is such an encouraging reminder that God always meets us where ever we are and wraps us in His love, even though the world may say that we'll never measure up.  The main theme of this song's message focuses on trust and devotion, and that includes trusting that He will always be with you, even when life seems to go the wrong way. Inspiring lyrics like "In the blessing and the breaking, I'll never be forsaken" emphasize that God is always there for us, no matter what ups and downs we're going through. He doesn't let us go, and any distance we may be feeling is only because we're starting to let go of Him. We trust that you'll enjoy how Matthe...

Felicity Joy's "Look at the Love" is a joyful musical celebration of the love and grace that God has for us, no matter how often we slip. Felicity aims to inspire us to take a moment to pause, see what He is doing in our lives, and marvel at His goodness. The lyrics are filled with excitement and awe, giving words to describe that overwhelming joy we may feel as we reflect on His kindness. Lyrics like "Look at the love of my Father, I'm in awe and I'm in wonder" and "When I think of You, I'm set free" emphasize His life-changing grace and help us to really see and appreciate His love.  As Felicity puts it, "I wrote "Look at the Love" from a place of simple joy and thanksgiving." She continues: "When I really stop and look at the immeasurable grace and favor of our God, a feeling of joy bubbles up inside of me. And that's where this song came from—this excitement, awe, and gratitude that rises in me when I thin...

"May They Be Redeemed" is a retelling of the 'bigger' Christian story and challenges us to really think about this message and what it means to us. From the creation— "All had been made perfectly" —to the fall of mankind at the tree where "cons and lies" took hold, the song captures both the beauty of creation and the brokenness of our present world. The song then moves to Christ's redemptive gift to us— "God came to the tragedy, a ransom for the unjust" —and concludes with the hope we all may have in His return, the time when "pain and death will no longer reign."   The song challenges and makes you ask yourself the question, "is this my story? Is it really true?" The song is inspired by Frederick Buechner's description of the gospel as a "fairy tale that claims to be true," and we see this in the lyrics as gentle nudges to reflect and decide: "Let this story ring true, let it sing for me and...

InHymn's "The Greatness of You" is a beautiful song that captures the duality of God's power and His personal love for us. The lyrics invite us to stop what we're doing and marvel at His handiwork—"the  stars above, the thunder's roll"—while  also reflecting on His ultimate act of love: sending His Son to bear our pain and wash away our sins. With lyrics such as "How great You are, in every way," you realize that the song is more than observing God's greatness, it's also an invitation to experience it personally. The song was born from a quiet moment during a stormy summer evening, as the songwriter watched the storm unfold: "From my sheltered seat, I watched the storm unfold and was deeply moved by the reminder that the same God who created the storms, the wind, and the rain—who still commands them today—loves ME. So much, in fact, that He sent His only Son to die on a cross for my multitude of sins. ME… a person who means no...

Zac Adams releases his rendition of "Joy In The Morning," a song about the fact that no matter how dark your life is, there is always joy on the horizon. With lines like "If it doesn't make sense right now, it will when it's over" and "There will be joy in the morning," the song emphasizes God's faithfulness and encourages us to hold on to our faith through all of the struggles that we face. Just hold on a little longer, and under His guidance, everything will look better than ever before.  Zac shares that he chose to cover this song as an encouragement because when he was facing dark times, these mornings of joy felt impossibly far away. God never let him go; He proved His faithfulness time and time again, and this inspired Zac to share that same hope with you as well. The chorus triggers such a powerful paradigm shift, "If it's not good, then He's not done," encouraging us to be patient and trust God's promise that re...

In his song "Face to Face," Yemi Alafifuni expresses our deepest (and sometimes dormant) desire to have a deeper relationship with God. This isn't one of those songs that was written within a few hours at the kitchen table. It's a song that has been years in the making and inspired by a whisper Yemi heard during his 2-3 hour daily commutes in 2019. Yemi shares: "I heard a whisper in my spirit: “Come away with Me.” At first I resisted. I was already drained, both physically and mentally. But this prompting didn’t stop—it grew stronger. I knew this wasn’t just another passing thought; it was an invitation. So I obeyed." Yemi's daily commutes turned his car into a sanctuary of prayer. This sacred space nurtured a personal cry for more, a face-to-face encounter with God, the kind of intimacy that Moses had when he spoke with God as a friend. This became Yemi's personal cry. It wasn’t about doubt—it was about hunger. And it's in that hunger that the c...

Avery Stafford's "I Am (Radio Edit)" is a breathtaking song that invites us into a moment of awe and worship as we celebrate the unmatched majesty of God. The song uses imagery of creation—from the "light of day" to the "peaks of Kilimanjaro"—as Avery points us back to the Creator. You'll quickly find yourself singing along with the refrain, "The Alpha and Omega—I Am," lyrics that emphasize God's eternal nature and remind that sovereign over all things. Avery wrote the song in 1995, when he moved from his youth ministry in Port Orchard, WA, to pursue music in Portland, OR. It became part of his groundbreaking work with One A'Chord and was later featured on his 2005 album "Undignified." Together with Tim Storms (known for his Guinness World Record-breaking vocals), he adds a unique richness to this timeless song.  The song calls us to join in unity with heaven and declare, "All over heaven, hear our voices ringing!...

Zac Adams' song "Be Still" is a reminder to slow down and trust God, even when you feel completely overwhelmed by situations in your life. Zac sings about wrestling with doubt, depression, and suffering and points us to the life-changing peace that we can only find in Christ. Lines like "Can you give me strength to be still?" and "My soul finds rest in Christ and Him alone" describe a desire for His comfort that may sound very familiar. Zac wrote this song while he went through hard times, feeling worn out from unanswered questions and many emotions. During his prayer, the text of Psalm 46:10 was placed on his heart, "Be still, and know that I am God." This scripture became the main theme of the song, encouraging us to take a moment to breathe and give our worries and burdens to the One who really has everything under control.  Zac has done a great job of balancing vulnerability and hope in the lyrics. It recognizes the pain we may feel an...

Freedom Heart's song "Plans" dives into the struggle we all know of trying to control our own lives, and at a certain point we realize/accept that God's way is always better. The lyrics reflect the moment of surrender, where we acknowledge that we often make mistakes and lose sight of our calling and recognize that God's plans are perfect, beyond anything that we could imagine.  The verses beautifully capture this tension—of admitting fears of failure and, at the same time, finding comfort in the truth that God has a greater plan for us and He never fails. The chorus makes it clear that no matter how much we doubt, we can't derail God's purpose for us. God sees what we can't see and promises to guide us along every step of our journey. The bridge of the song helps to shift our mindset to bold confidence, declaring an end to our overthinking because His Spirit and Word anchors us securely (if we accept it).  May this song reassure you that by trusting G...