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Shawn McDonald Releases BRAVE On April 15, His First Album In 3 Years

Shawn McDonald Releases BRAVE On April 15, His First Album In 3 Years

Sparrow Records announces the release of Shawn McDonald's latest LP, Brave, his latest collection of brand new songs in three years. As the follow up to 2013's unique live-to-tape re-recorded collection, The Analog Sessions, Brave takes this critically revered singer, songwriter and storyteller to a whole new level and pushing him beyond his comfort zone. Brave releases April 15.

February 27, 2014

BEC Recordings' 7eventh Time Down Celebrates Top 5 Radio Singles "Just Say Jesus"

BEC Recordings' 7eventh Time Down Celebrates Top 5 Radio Singles "Just Say Jesus"

BEC Recordings’ 7eventh Time Down continues to impact fans across the nation with their latest album’s title track “Just Say Jesus,” which released to radio in 2013.  The single has remained active at radio and climbed the charts to the Top 5 at AC Monitored. “Just Say Jesus” has also charted in the Top 5 on the National Christian Audience, AC Indicator and Hot AC/CHR charts. Click here to get the single at iTunes for just 69 cents.

February 27, 2014

Top 10 The Letter Black Songs

Top 10 The Letter Black Songs

The Letter Black are creating a name for themselves in the rock/metal genre of Christian music.  They just released their 2nd full album, Rebuild, late last year and they are touring all over the place!  For only having two albums, they have quite a few videos which is awesome!  Many bands put out 1 video for each album.  Not these guys!

February 27, 2014

Phil Wickham Ascends to First Career No. 1 Single with “This Is Amazing Grace” Topping National Christian Audience Chart

Phil Wickham Ascends to First Career No. 1 Single with “This Is Amazing Grace” Topping National Christian Audience Chart

Critically acclaimed singer/songwriter and worship leader Phil Wickham has impressed critics, fans and industry professionals alike on the performance of his latest album, The Ascension. The ninth album of his decade-long career gave Wickham his best street week debut ever, landing at No. 2 on the Billboard Christian Albums Chart and the Top 40 on the Billboard 200. The first single off the album, “This Is Amazing Grace,” has embraced its own ascension, making its way up the charts to the No. 1 spot Billboard's National Christian Audience Chart this week. The No. 1 is the first of Wickham’s career.

February 26, 2014

Bethel Music Releases TIDES LIVE Globally Today

Bethel Music Releases TIDES LIVE Globally Today

 

February 25, 2014

Big Daddy Weave to Release "Love Come To Life: The Redeemed Edition" on March 11

Big Daddy Weave to Release "Love Come To Life: The Redeemed Edition" on March 11

Dove Award-winning band Big Daddy Weave, currently enjoying the tremendous fan reception of their life-changing, mega-hit “Redeemed,” will release Love Come to Life: The Redeemed Edition on March 11.

February 24, 2014

20 Thought Provoking John Wooden Quotes

20 Thought Provoking John Wooden Quotes

John Wooden was a basketball legend on the court and as a coach. If you know the history of the game, you understand the profound affect that Wooden had on all levels of basketball. As a high school player, he helped his team win three state championships and he was named as an All American basketball player three times while attending Purdue University. His performance as a pro player earned him a spot in the Basketball Hall of Fame. Wooden coached high school basketball for 11 years and walked away with a record of 218–42 before coaching at the college level. The basketball program at UCLA was unheard of and in poor condition until John Wooden arrived. He had the opportunity to coach for Purdue, but his loyalty to the then coach, Mel Taube, and character lead him elsewhere. In just one year, Coach Wooden transformed the UCLA players into Pacific Coast Conference Southern Division champions, who one the title 10 times in 12 years.

February 24, 2014

Soldier Dad Surprises His Little Girl On Her 3rd Birthday

Soldier Dad Surprises His Little Girl On Her 3rd Birthday

Watch this little girl get the best surprise she could have asked for on her 3rd birthday.  God is so good and we must rejoice when He reunites us with loved ones!

February 23, 2014

5 Bible Verses Related To Entertainment and Having Fun

5 Bible Verses Related To Entertainment and Having Fun

Many people on the outside have this idea that being a Christian is boring and no fun at all.  But, God designed us for the complete opposite.  Being a Christian is a radical thing and it is an adventure for sure!  God designed us in His image and He wants us to enjoy life and live it to the fullest!  This includes anything media and music that can bring you closer to Him, other Christians, or to others that need to hear about Jesus!  God wants us to have fun!  He wants us to live a thriving life!

February 22, 2014

God's Not Dead Movie Trailer and Synopsis

God's Not Dead Movie Trailer and Synopsis

God's Not Dead is a Christian movie I am excited to see.  It is set to hit Theatres on March 21st. With all of the buzz in the Christian circles on Son of God and Noah, many do not know about God's Not Dead.  Since not as many people are aware of the arrival of this Christian movie let's partner to get the word out on this!

February 22, 2014

Today's Devotional

A Prayer to Allow Doubt to Strengthen Your Faith - Your Daily Prayer - March 7

What if your doubt is not the enemy of your faith, but the doorway to a deeper one? Discover how your hardest questions can lead you closer to a God who is not afraid of them.

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