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An Abrupt Turn
“St. Patrick’s Breastplate,” a powerful prayer attributed to Saint Patrick of Ireland, begins in this way: I arise today Through a mighty strength, the invocation of the Trinity, Through belief in the Threeness, Through confession of the Oneness of the Creator of creation.1 “I arise today through a mighty strength.” Oh, wouldn’t that be nice… The post An Abrupt Turn appeared first on FaithGateway.
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Unwavering: A Reason to Celebrate
INTRODUCTION Group leader reads aloud these opening words from Stasi: I love to celebrate. I love birthday parties and baby showers, holidays and homecomings. But I especially love Christmas. Except when I don’t. At the beginning of too many holiday seasons, I can become overwhelmed by what is “required” of me. That is, I did,… The post Unwavering: A Reason to Celebrate appeared first on FaithGateway.
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David Francisco Releases Lyric Video for ‘Lionheart’
Nashville, TN (April 26, 2019)David Francisco released a new lyric video for his song “Lionheart,” today, April 26, 2019. The date is significant because tomorrow—April 27—is the three-year-anniversary of the near-fatal accident that almost took his life. David’s story inspired millions of people who saw him as a contestant on the hit show, American Idol. He hopes this song and video will inspire others to discover their own ‘lionheart’ inside of them. David moved to Nashville, TN in 2016 to pursue his dreams of music. Three weeks after his move, on April 26, 2016, his world was shattered. David was t-boned by a distracted driver who ran a red light while on his…
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Jason Gray — Story Behind the Song ‘I’m Gonna Let It Go’
Jason Gray — Story Behind the Song ‘I’m Gonna Let It Go’ Jason Gray has release a brand new song, “I’m Gonna Let It Go”—available everywhere now. Jason shares his thoughts and the Story Behind the Song that lead to writing this new song. “I think God is a gentleman, and He’ll never force Himself on us. And the first time I began to recognize that dynamic in my own life was– it says He’ll be my provider, but if I insist on providing for myself, He won’t stop me. He’ll say ‘All right, if that’s how you wanna do it, you go head and knock yourself out.’ And then…
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Unspoken Releases New Music Video for ‘Human Condition’
Nashville, TN (April 26, 2019) In the lead-up to their third full-length Christian music album, Reason, which will release on June 22, Unspoken has unveiled a new music video today, for their song “Human Condition.” Watch the video here: The video is a personal favorite for the band for multiple reasons, the first being the vulnerable honesty behind the song. Lead singer Chad Mattson describes the message behind “Human Condition,” a plea for God to help us understand our worth is found in His love, not worldly approval. “This song came out of a time of constantly comparing myself to others, and inside there was this burning discontent about what God was…
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Daney Gokey’s Acoustic Video for ‘Haven’t Seen It Yet’
Nashville, TN (April 26, 2019) Fresh on the heels of the news that his new album, Haven’t Seen It Yet, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top Christian music & Gospel Album chart, GRAMMY® nominee and Dove Award winner Danny Gokey has released an acoustic version of the title track, “Haven’t Seen It Yet.” Watch it here:
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Best Thing I Heard Today: April 26, 2019
Quinten Coblentz — “Forever” (featuring Lord Badu) Quinten Coblentz is an artist, producer and engineer who made his first splash in the Christian music scene when he produced a remix of Andy Mineo‘s “You Will.” This new song really stood out on today’s new music playlist. I think you’ll like it too so check it out. Quinten Coblentz’s new song “Forever” (featuring Lord Badu) is the Best Thing I Heard Today!
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Are You Lost?
Recently my wife, Tammy, and I took a trip to Italy to celebrate a milestone wedding anniversary. We had saved up a long time and looked forward to seeing sites we had only read about and seen in pictures up until then. After flying to Rome and exploring its beauty and ancient history, we headed… The post Are You Lost? appeared first on FaithGateway.
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Cultivating Joy
When I was young, I thought that following God and being a Christian would lead to a life that was kind of easy, filled only with happiness and free from pain and sorrow. Silly me. I’m not even sure where I got that idea, except maybe from teachings spouted by TV evangelists who espoused a… The post Cultivating Joy appeared first on FaithGateway.
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But, Lord, I Can’t Do That!
But, Lord, I Can’t Do That! Moses said to the Lord, “Pardon your servant, Lord. I have never been eloquent, neither in the past nor since you have spoken to your servant. I am slow of speech and tongue.” — Exodus 4:10 Insecurities. We all have them. These qualities about ourselves that make us lack… The post But, Lord, I Can’t Do That! appeared first on FaithGateway.
