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Carman Lands In Top of Christian Sales Charts This Week With New Album, 'No Plan B'

Christian Music Trailblazer and Platinum-Selling Recording Artist Carman's 'No Plan B' album landed in the top of multiple sales charts this week. 'No Plan B' is currently No. 2 on the Adult Contemporary sales chart, No. 2 on the Christian/Gospel Digital sales chart, and No. 3 on the Billboard Contemporary Christian sales chart as reported by SoundScan. The album is available at online retailers such as iTunes, Amazon and Christian Book Distributors, and at Christian retailers such as Family Christian Stores, Lifeway Christian Stores, Mardels and Walmart.

June 12, 2014

Jesus Culture Music's "Unstoppable Love" CD/Blu-ray/DVD Becomes No. 1 Top Seller On Multiple Retail Charts Amidst Acclaim

Jesus Culture Music, known as one of the most influential youth and young adult movements around the world, released its critically acclaimed Jesus Culture Unstoppable Love internationally at digital and physical retailers everywhere June 3 through Fuel Music.

June 12, 2014

Bread Of Stone Release Acoustic Video Of 'Goodbye World'

Indie Pop Rock band, Bread Of Stone have been busy touring and performing their new single, "Goodbye World" during the summer festival season. The guys took time out to create an acoustic version of the video which is off the deluxe edition of their album, The Real Life. Bread of Stone shows intuitive creativity and introduces their brand new drummer, Jason, in the acoustic video along with painting an intricate picture of the beauty in surrendering. Check out the "Goodbye World" video:

June 12, 2014

10 Good Bible Verses for Fathers This Father’s Day

The spiritual, emotional, and physical impact of a father is immeasurable. While secular thinkers downplay the significance of a father’s presence—our society suffers globally. We have an epidemic of lost or missing dads; therefore, we must celebrate those men who are or were unafraid to take the helm of leadership through perilous days. There’s no better model for earthly fathers than that of their heavenly Father. These 10 Bible scriptures will encourage every good man to step up to the plate of fatherhood with the help of the Holy Spirit:

June 12, 2014

10 Most Respected TV Dads of All Time

When the TV is turned on, it’s inevitable to see a lot of bad examples of how a father should act. Various shows have an abundance of lazy, neglectful, and just plain dumb fathers. Despite these bad examples, however, there have been quite a few notable fathers played on television throughout the year. The following list contains the ten most respected TV dads of all time.

June 12, 2014

Top 10 Bible Verses About Praise

Praise is a unique action. It sometimes feels completely natural and at other times it is very difficult to do. Yet, we literally can praise God in every circumstance we go through because we know that He is in control! We can praise God in the greatest times and we can praise Him in the tragic times. Praise is not defined by what happens to us, but it is defined by who dwells in us! Here are 10 of the top Bible verses about praise! Feel free to let us know what some of yours are in the comments below!

June 11, 2014

Rocketown, Founded by Michael W. Smith, Honored at Fourth Annual Business with a Purpose Awards Luncheon

Rocketown was honored at the Fourth Annual Business with a Purpose Awards Luncheon and Integrity Forum on Wednesday, June 4 at Lipscomb University. The event was presented by the Lipscomb University College of Business Hilton and Sallie Dean Institute for Corporate Governance and Integrity in partnership with the Center for Public Trust. Founded by acclaimed singer, songwriter and musician, Michael W. Smith, Rocketown was awarded in the not-for-profit organization category.

June 11, 2014

Hillsong Live Announces Name Change to Hillsong Worship As They Ready For Their Annual Live Recording Release

For the last 26 years, Hillsong Church has a long legacy of producing and releasing live worship projects. The church has recently announced that this year's release will be under the name Hillsong Worship, previously referred to as Hillsong Live, as they continue to resource the local church with the music and songs that are rising up out of their worldwide congregations. Hillsong Worship will release No Other Name on July 1 coinciding with their annual Hillsong Conference in Sydney, Australia.

June 10, 2014

5 Most Watched Christian Themed Movies Of All Time

Did you grow up watching Christian films? There weren’t as many widespread Christian movies in the 1980’s and 1990’s and most were either low budget and created specifically for teaching purposes. There are numerous Christian movies created in the past 10 to 15 years that I anticipate will become classics as they have opened doors for Christian film producers. These include Amazing Grace, Fireproof, Courageous, God’s Not Dead and Grace Unplugged. Many of my five most watched Christian themed movies of all time are older, so I think they will bring back fond memories.

June 09, 2014

Top 12 Casting Crowns Songs of All Time

The music and lyrics from a Casting Crowns album are difficult to ignore. Believers are challenged to be uncomfortable in apathy and driven towards action in discipleship. Their music is inspiring, yet convicting as the lyrics penetrate into our hearts and minds. The following 12 songs from Casting Crowns are my personal favorities:

June 09, 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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