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6 Most Anticipated Christian Books To Release Still In 2014

6 Most Anticipated Christian Books To Release Still In 2014

If you are an avid reader, there are most likely books that you are dying to read and can’t wait to be released. I love certain authors and look for their latest books because of the heart and soul they pour into each page. Here are six of the most anticipated Christian books that will be released in 2014.

June 20, 2014

10 Words of Encouragement To Lift You Up Today

10 Words of Encouragement To Lift You Up Today

Do you need encouragement today? We all need a kind word, reminder of who we are and that this too shall pass.

June 19, 2014

Skillet to Join 2014 Rockstar Energy Uproar Festival

Skillet to Join 2014 Rockstar Energy Uproar Festival

GRAMMY®-nominated and platinum selling rock band Skillet will join multi-platinum artists Godsmack and Seether along with Buckcherry for the fifth Rockstar Energy UPROAR Festival, which kicks off August 15. 

June 19, 2014

Top 12 Songs to Come Out of Hillsong

Top 12 Songs to Come Out of Hillsong

The Hillsong Church began in Australia and there are few Christians who haven’t heard of them or the songs produced by the worship band Hillsong United. Hillsong United began producing songs in 1992 and continue to travel around the world uplifting fans and congregations. Vocalists have included Marty Sampson, Holly Dawson, Michelle Fragar, Bec Mesiti, Darlene Zschech and Jonas Myrin. Whether you sang “Did You Feel the Mountains Tremble” at camp growing up in the 1990’s or have been recently captivated by “Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)” as I have, Hillsong has produced some amazing worship music that has successfully broken barriers in the Christian music world.

June 17, 2014

Amy Grant Puts New Spin On Old Hits With First Career Remix Album In Motion: The Remixes, Set to Release August 19

Amy Grant Puts New Spin On Old Hits With First Career Remix Album In Motion: The Remixes, Set to Release August 19

Six-time GRAMMY® Award winner Amy Grant has sold more than 30 million albums worldwide, with numerous singles landing on Top 40 charts, and now she is bringing new life to some of her biggest hits with her first career remix album In Motion: The Remixes, set to release on August 19. The album will feature a collection of Amy's biggest songs, remixed by well known remix engineers and DJs. With hits like “Baby Baby,” “Every Heartbeat,” and “That’s What Love Is For,” Amy's first career remix album brings a new sound to the songs that have defined her three-decade career.

June 17, 2014

Songs About Blessings: Top 12 Christian Songs

Songs About Blessings: Top 12 Christian Songs

Christian radio stations for years have been playing gospel centered songs with different themes. A popular theme that comes up are songs about blessings. According to dictionary.com a “blessing ”is “a favor or gift bestowed by God, thereby bringing happiness.” However, among Christians we know that sometimes God blesses by giving and taking away from us, which seems paradoxical but will ultimately bring  joy–which trumps happiness any day.

June 17, 2014

6 Warning Signs That You Are Dating Mr.(Ms.) Wrong

6 Warning Signs That You Are Dating Mr.(Ms.) Wrong

It’s not always easy knowing the difference between Mr. (Ms.) Right or Wrong. If we find ourselves overenamored—our judgment may be clouded and we may not see what could be obvious to our family and close friends.

June 16, 2014

Jamie Grace’s “Hold Me (feat. TobyMac)” Receives RIAA Gold Certification with 500,000 Singles Sold

Jamie Grace’s “Hold Me (feat. TobyMac)” Receives RIAA Gold Certification with 500,000 Singles Sold

GRAMMY®-nominee Jamie Grace is celebrating a number of achievements so far this year, furthering her status as one of the most successful young artists in the industry. Just last week, Jamie Grace’s No. 1 single “Hold Me (feat. TobyMac)” celebrated 500,000 singles downloaded, earning an RIAA Digital Gold certification. At the age of only 22, the achievement launches Jamie into a league of only four female Christian artists to have sold more than half a million singles.

June 16, 2014

Manafest Set To Release New Studio Album August 5

Manafest Set To Release New Studio Album August 5

Four-time Dove Award nominee Manafest is set to release his seventh label album, The Moment, with BEC Recordings on August 5. This album follows his highly popular and best-selling 2012 album Fighter. An artist and author, Manafest continues to evolve while not abandoning his rap-rock roots. The Moment features 12 new songs, including the track “Diamonds” with Thousand Foot Krutch’s Trevor McNevan. The new radio single, “Edge of My Life” will be going for Hot AC/CHR adds on July 4. The album was produced by Thousand Foot Krutch’s Joel Bruyere (10 tracks), Adam Messinger (“Edge of My Life”) and Joshua O’Haire (“Light”).

June 13, 2014

10 Christian Songs You Can’t Help But Sing Along To

10 Christian Songs You Can’t Help But Sing Along To

Do you have a favorite Christian song? There are so many striking lyrics that come to my mind throughout the day. Some lyrics are really catchy, others are placed with a fun tune, but I think the main reason I find myself instantly singing along to certain Christian songs is because of how meaningful the songs truly are. Artists like the Newsboys, Michael W. Smith, Laura Story, Chris Tomlin, Mandisa, Hillsong United and a slew of others don’t just sing. They live out their songs and invite us to do the same.

June 12, 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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