For as long as albums have existed, they have offered listeners wonder, hope, truth and reality concerning the state of the human condition. This is achieved through a group effort. Artists, producers, songwriters, ...
Read More »5 Christmas songs with lyrics that are theological masterpieces
The songs of Christmas are quite literally in the air this time of year, serenading us on radio, in our homes or in restaurants and stores. Like it or not, many may ...
Read More »Terry Scott Taylor wraps his 50-year career with ‘This Beautiful Mystery’
“This Beautiful Mystery” is the latest, and perhaps last album of Christian rock icon Terry Scott Taylor and its message of mortality is one we need to hear. In George MacDonald’s short ...
Read More »Virtual Christian performer JC releases first single, “Biblical Love”
Christian music lovers may enjoy listening to a performer named JC, but they will never see him in concert. A Christian entertainment and media company has released a new single performed by ...
Read More »It’s beginning to sound a lot like Christmas with 10 new albums releasing
November is just around the corner, and Christmas music can’t be far behind. At least 10 Christian artists have released new albums. Zach Williams is putting his own spin on Christmas classics ...
Read More »Chris Tomlin drops plans for VIP tickets after criticism about celebrity culture
Christian musician Chris Tomlin has eliminated the VIP ticket option from his latest tour, which is scheduled to include Kansas City’s T-Mobile Center in February. Ticket options initially included a pricey VIP ...
Read More »Dove Awards return in person with Steven Furtick, CeCe Winans
The GMA Dove Awards will return to a live, in-person event Oct. 19. The show, broadcast from Lipscomb University’s Allen Arena in Nashville, Tennessee, will air exclusively on TBN on Fri., Oct. ...
Read More »“The Jesus Music” documentary impresses audiences, critics in opening weekend
The faith-based documentary “The Jesus Music” posted a strong opening weekend, finishing fourth in per-theater average and in the top 10 in attendance. The groundbreaking film earned an estimated $560,250 despite opening ...
Read More »The story behind Keith and Kristyn Getty and “In Christ Alone”
The melody that changed the life of Keith Getty was first scratched out on the back of an electric bill in a humble flat in Northern Ireland. This isn’t great, he thought ...
Read More »SoCal Harvest gospel stadium event could set pandemic gathering record
Few states have suffered more from the pandemic and resulting lockdowns than California. Pastor Greg Laurie of Harvest Church in Riverside, Calif., will bring SoCal Harvest, a message of hope, to thousands ...
Read More »Biola conference will explore Jesus Movement revival of 1970s
Fifty years ago, Christian revival sparked during the Jesus People Movement. Aiming to fuel the flame of the same type of revival, Biola University will host a new annual Bible conference — ...
Read More »Taliban executes Fawad Andarabi, Afghanistan’s version of John Denver
The Taliban has executed Afghanistan’s most famous singer. Fawad Andarabi, a national icon considered by some the country’s version of singer John Denver, was dragged from his home and shot in the head. ...
Read More »Franklin Graham to travel Route 66 sharing message of hope
Franklin Graham is taking his message of hope on the road, with a series of events along historic Route 66, including Missouri, Illinois, Oklahoma and other states, ending in California. “I think ...
Read More »Maverick City Music is bringing gospel to a new generation
Christian artists seldom top secular charts or appear on Times Square billboards. The contemporary Gospel band Maverick City Music has done both, resonating with a cultural moment outside the pews. Many have ...
Read More »Walnut Valley Festival in Winfield, Kan. returns for 49th year
The popular Walnut Valley Festival in Winfield, Kan. will take place Sept. 15-19 with organizers releasing talent line-up. This year’s event will be the 49th annual and the public, eager for a ...
Read More »Greater Vision gospel group brings their nationally-known sound to Topeka
Since December of 1990, Greater Vision has inspired audiences around the world with their rich vocal blend and their effective ability to communicate the message of the gospel. They have established a ...
Read More »Zach Williams looking forward to baseball and music at Royals Faith & Family Night
Although Zach Williams is from St. Louis Cardinals country in northeast Arkansas, he also was a fan of several Kansas City Royals. “Where I grew up, almost everybody roots for the Cardinals,” ...
Read More »Hollywood in the heartland: Major entertainment studio coming to Missouri
Missouri leaders this week announced plans to build the largest entertainment production services and rehearsal facility of its kind in the nation. The 32-acre, $111 million Gateway Studios development near St. Louis will include ...
Read More »‘Free Britney’ Spears movement fails as judge rules against her
The “Free Britney” movement has apparently failed after a Los Angeles Superior Court judge on Wednesday struck down Britney Spears’ request to remove her father, Jamie Spears, from the financial aspects of ...
Read More »Harry Connick Jr. focuses on faith in newest album
Award-winning artist Harry Connick Jr. is no stranger to teaming up with the best in the industry. However, for his newest album, “Alone With My Faith,” Connick Jr. worked from home and ...
Read More »How Stalin canceled Hamlet in the Soviet Union and what it teaches us
William Shakespeare’s play Hamlet is considered by some to be the single greatest story ever written. Hamlet has it all: ghosts, sword fights, suicide, revenge, lust, murder, philosophy, faith, manipulation, and a ...
Read More »Casting Crowns seeks prayer for former drummer Andy Williams
Casting Crowns is pleading with fans to pray for Andy Williams, who was in a serious motorcycle accident Sunday. Williams, the band’s former drummer, was hit by another vehicle on his way ...
Read More »With 2% chance of survival, Christian cancer patient brings America’s Got Talent to tears
On Tuesday night, Jane Marczewski who goes by her stage name “Nightbirde,” was awarded the Golden Buzzer after singing her original song, “It’s OK” on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent.” It’s something that ...
Read More »15 best-paying side jobs for seniors
Retirement can be a ton of fun. After decades of grinding out long hours, you can finally sit back, kick your feet up and relax. Oftentimes, though, people can get tired of ...
Read More »Math and Music: Why Do I Have To Learn This?
“Why do I have to learn this? I’m NEVER going to use it.” It is likely that you have heard this (or even said it yourself) many times. Students question the usefulness ...
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