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Drew Shirley Leaves Switchfoot
Recently on social media, Switchfoot announced that their guitarist Drew Shirley would be leaving the band. Drew joined Switchfoot in 2004, shortly after the release of their fourth studio project, The Beautiful Letdown. In 2021, he shared that he would not be joining the band on the Into The Mystery Tour with NEEDTOBREATHE and The New Respects, and this week, the band announced that he would be parting ways with Switchfoot. “After years of sharing the road, Drew and the band have decided to take different paths and will be parting ways,” Switchfoot posted on Facebook. “We love Drew dearly, and we are so thankful for the time and memories…
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When Strivings Cease Session Six — Wanting God’s Story
And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to His purpose. — Romans 8:28 God’s grace changes everything. Jesus is better than anything we could turn to for self-worth, identity, or satisfaction. So, lay your burdens down! ~ Ruth Chou Simons Hi,… The post When Strivings Cease Session Six — Wanting God’s Story appeared first on FaithGateway.
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God Above All Else
Have you ever determined that you want something? I have. I have determined that I want a specific recipe for dinner. So, I do everything in my power to make it to the grocery store for the three items I don’t have at home. I have determined that I need a new outfit for an event, so I make it to the clothing store, no matter what. If I don’t find what I need there, I head somewhere else. I have determined that my kids need to be active, so I waste no time and immediately get on the internet to find them sports classes to be in. When we…
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Madison Johnson Expecting First Child
Recently on social media, Cain bassist Madison Johnson announced that she and her husband Jared are expecting their first child, due August 2022. Madison shared the exciting news on Instagram with a picture showing her baby bump that she has kept hidden behind her bass while on tour. The news joins her with her fellow bandmate and brother Logan as he and his wife Emily are also expecting their first child, due March 2022. Cain released their debut album in May 2021 and has continued to have huge success. Following their hit songs “Rise Up (Lazarus)” and “Yes He Can,” their current single “The Commission” is climbing the charts looking…
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Crystal Lewis Announces Upcoming Debut Single
GRAMMY®-nominated artist Crystal Lewis will release her debut single, “I Can’t Help It,” (feat. Charles Jones) on February 22 from her forthcoming, new album titled Together We Can, due May 13. The song was produced by renowned jazz trumpeter and arranger Tony Guerrero, who will also produce her forthcoming full-length collection of vocal jazz duets featuring guest artists Tori Kelly, Kate Flannery, legendary jazz trumpeter Arturo Sandoval, Charles Jones, Nikki Leonti, and more. Three and a half decades since launching her mega-successful career as a CCM artist, and three years after her last jazz vocal album, Rhapsody, Lewis will release one of her most empowering and dynamic musical albums yet…
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We Are Messengers’ Come What May Hits #1
Curb Word Entertainment’s We Are Messengers recently hit #1 on the Billboard AC, Billboard Christian Songs, Mediabase Audience, and Mediabase AC Charts with “Come Way May,” which spent its 15th week at #1 on the Mediabase Christian Audience Chart and hit #2 on Billboard’s Hot Christian Songs chart. This marks the group’s first single to hit #1 on both Mediabase and Billboard charts and the longest-running #1 song on the Mediabase Christian Audience Chart for the last 52 weeks. “In a time of so much uncertainty and loss, I am grateful for the daily reminder that we are not alone and that no matter what may come, our God is…
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Maverick City Music Performs on The Kelly Clarkson Show
This week, GRAMMY-nominated and chart-topping worship collective Maverick City Music had the opportunity to perform on The Kelly Clarkson Show. They performed their new song “Breathe” from their latest project under the same name. The performance was shown on February 18th’s episode of the show on ABC and is available to watch now on YouTube. Along with the stellar performance, Maverick City Music member Dante Bowe will be hosting and performing at the 10th annual We Love Christian Music Awards. Tune in to watch the awards Tuesday, February 22th, at www.weloveawards.com.[…]
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Seth Morrison and Wife Expecting First Child
This week on social media, Skillet guitarist Seth Morrison announced that he and his wife Hilary are expecting their first child, a baby girl. The baby is due July 2022. “Hilary and I are thankful for this miracle and gift that God has entrusted us with,” Seth shared on Instagram. “Throughout life, we’re reminded of what power there is in prayer, and this story is a beautiful display of that power.” Along with the exciting news, Seth is currently on Winter Jam Tour with Skillet promoting their brand new album Dominion. The album features hit rock anthems “Surviving The Game” and “Standing In The Storm,” along with the worshipful ballad…
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Hear the Applause of God
Reflect on God’s Word Ludwig van Beethoven stood facing the orchestra as the last notes of his Symphony no. 9 faded away. After it was over, he continued to face the musicians, perhaps wondering where he had gone wrong. Why was there no applause from the audience? Finally, a singer approached one of the greatest… The post Hear the Applause of God appeared first on FaithGateway.
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A Prayer for When You Need Encouragement
This I recall to my mind, Therefore I have hope. The Lord’s lovingkindnesses indeed never cease, For His compassions never fail. They are new every morning; Great is Your faithfulness. — Lamentations 3:21-23 Father, I feel discouraged. Sorrow wells up in me because of disappointments, losses, deep needs, and unmet expectations. Of course, You understand… The post A Prayer for When You Need Encouragement appeared first on FaithGateway.
