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Bailey Thompson Steps into Reflective Worship
Bailey Thompson unveils her newest single, “Threshing Floor,” a deeply personal and spiritually rich release that marks a clear pivot from her signature honest pop sound into a more reflective, worship-driven expression. Rooted in Scripture and shaped by a season of personal refining, the song invites listeners into a posture of surrender, trust, and patient faith in God’s timing. Inspired by a woman’s Bible study on the book of Ruth, “Threshing Floor” centers on the powerful image of Ruth waiting at Boaz’s feet–an act of quiet faith and bold surrender. That moment became the foundation for the song’s message, capturing what it means to lay down striving and remain faithful…
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Uprise Festival Announces 2026 Festival Lineup
Uprise Festival, one of the premier Christian music festivals in the nation, has announced its 2026 festival lineup. The two-day event will feature more than 40 artists and speakers, with Brandon Lake, Skillet, TobyMac, CeCe Winans, Crowder, and more set to appear at the Shippensburg Fairgrounds on September 11-12, 2026. “There’s something special about the Uprise Family coming together,” said Uprise Festival Director Scott Brown. “It’s more than a music festival, it’s an experience.” “My favorite thing about Uprise has always been the fans,” John Cooper of Skillet recently added. “They’ve always been extremely energetic.” The festival will include music across multiple stages, along with a kids program, petting zoo,…
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Benjamin William Hastings and Aodhan King Announce New Album
Award-winning worship leaders and songwriters Aodhán King and Benjamin William Hastings officially announce their collaborative project, Happy To Be Here, born out of a 10-day writing and recording session between the longtime friends. Today, they released the second song, “Saturday,” from the anticipated project. Listen to the new track and pre-save the album ahead of its May 29 release (Anotherland/Capitol CMG). “Saturday” lives in the in-between. It is the quiet, uncertain day between the cross and the resurrection. The song captures the tension of trusting God when nothing seems to be happening. It reflects the space between the worst thing that’s ever happened and the best yet to come, a…
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The Shadow Pony by Olivia Wakeford (Illustrated by David Litchfield)
Love – The Glue That Binds The Shadow Pony by Olivia Wakeford (illustrated by David Litchfield) is the most charming contemporary children’s novel that I adored. It is suitable for the over tens. It is beautifully illustrated too. The story is set in Wales and has Aberuraun Colliery as its’ focus. Following a school trip, […]
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Gaither at 90: I Don’t Sing Old Songs. I Sing Songs That Deserve to Live
Early in my chat with Bill Gaither, he jokes about aging alongside his audience. Because as he turns 90, he’s celebrating something far rarer in the music business. The longevity of the mission. This interview, tied to his Homecoming celebration and the new I Go to the Rock release, is about understanding why his songs, and his audience, never left. Below are some of the most powerful moments from our conversation. I encourage everyone to watch the full half hour interview to learn more about one of Christian music’s hero. Q&A Highlights: Bill Gaither in His Own Words On reaching 90 and seeing generations still show up… Bill Gaither: “Well, I’m glad they,…
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Sisters Of The Storm by Lana Kortchik
The Bonds Of Love Sisters Of The Storm by Lana Kortchik is a powerful World War II novel that I just couldn’t put down. The reader joins twin sisters, both of whom are nurses, doing their bit for the war effort. The plane carrying them across Albania crashes and the book tells of their fight […]
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This Is Orange: A Field Trip Through Color by Rachel Poliquin
This is Orange provides an interesting history of the color. The post This Is Orange: A Field Trip Through Color by Rachel Poliquin appeared first on Redeemed Reader.
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*The Library in the Woods by Calvin Alexander Ramsey
A fictional story remembers a very real place, The Library in the Woods. The post *The Library in the Woods by Calvin Alexander Ramsey appeared first on Redeemed Reader.
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Kendrick Brothers to Release Flywheel Sequel
The Kendrick Brothers return to where it all began with Flywheel Ignition of the Soul, the long-awaited sequel to their 2003 debut film Flywheel, continuing the story that launched their filmmaking journey. Known for high-grossing Christian films such as War Room (2015), Courageous (2011), and Fireproof (2008), the brothers now revisit the message and legacy that first put them on the map. Alex Kendrick, who founded Kendrick Brothers Productions with his brother Stephen in 2013, wrote on the Flywheel Facebook page that Flywheel was the story that “launched the Kendrick Brothers’ global film ministry” and that the new version reimagines and remakes the original movie. “We’ve waited a long time…
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Rumpelstiltskin by Mac Barnett
Rumpelstiltskin is an excellent retelling of an old fairy tale for a new audience. The post Rumpelstiltskin by Mac Barnett appeared first on Redeemed Reader.
