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A university choir delivered a powerful and soul-stirring performance of the classic “Soon and Very Soon.” You’ll want to watch and listen to this absolutely splendid and dazzling rendition repeatedly. Check out the video for the rendition of the timeless tune.
As much as people may want to avoid thinking or talking about death, it is very real. It’s something that we’ll all experience at one time or another. It’s an event that will and probably already has impacted your life. Ironically, death is another, but often depressing and painful, part of life.
Death, because of all the unknowns surrounding it, is a significant fear for many people. However, that does not have to be the case. Even though death is something that we will all encounter, it is possible to face it without fear. Because of the love and forgiveness freely offered by Jesus Christ, we can rest assured of where we’ll end up after our time on Earth is over.
In a clip posted on YouTube, the Nebraska Wesleyan University Choir, a choir of young people, sings a beloved tune about facing death with joy and happiness. Because of Christ’s love and forgiveness, they know and understand that Heaven is their destination.
“Soon and very soon, we are going to see the King!
Soon, and very soon, we are going to see the King!
Soon, and very soon, we are going to see the King!
Hallelujah, hallelujah”
Yes, losing a loved one will forever and always hurt. Time may lessen the sting some, but their absence from our lives will be noticeable, serving as a painful reminder of who we’ve lost. However, if they knew Christ and accepted Him as their personal Lord and Savior, knowing that they are in Heaven can and will be a bright, uplifting spot throughout the sadness and pain.
Also, if we accept Christ's forgiveness and love, we can sing those lyrics with the same excitement and without any fear of death.
John 14:3 “And If I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you to myself; that where I am, there you may also go.”
A guitarist reimagined the beloved “Hallelujah Chorus,” adding a thrilling and thoroughly enjoyable rock twist, making for one epic musical performance. The incredibly talented musician gave the timeless Christmas piece an updated sound and feel. Check out this video because this version of the Christmas classic is more than worth a few listens.
Christmas is a festive, joyous season, complete with song after song after song about the most wonderful time of the year. Essentially, there is a Christmas tune for every musical taste and preference. If you haven’t found a Christmas song that you at least mildly enjoy, that’s only because you aren’t trying hard enough.
The classics, those songs that we sing and listen to every year at Christmastime, have been performed and recorded hundreds, perhaps thousands, of times. Each time, every musician tries to offer and add their own take and spin on whatever Christmas classic they are covering. Some become classics in their own right, and others are ones we’d like to forget completely.
In a clip posted on YouTube, S. Joel Norman performs George Frideric Handel’s masterpiece “Hallelujah Chorus.” Of course, everyone is familiar with this piece of music, even if they don’t know it. The tune is still widely heard and covered despite being hundreds of years old. However, you’ve probably never heard it played quite like this before.
Using only electric guitars, S. Joel turns in an absolutely rocking performance about the tune of the angels singing and celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. This is a simply masterful performance from a clearly gifted musician. It’s a unique take on a Christmas classic we all know and love. This will surely be one that you add to your Christmas rotation, to be played yearly.
Isaiah 9:6 “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”
This Christmas song video shares about the Greatest Gift ever – Jesus! It parallels how He arrived on earth humbly “wrapped”, concealing the true treasure within, to how we wrap up our gifts to hide their contents until just the right time. He is the priceless gift!
Prepare to be encouraged by the musical giftings of three young people. A little boy accompanies a little girl who sings alongside teenage violin sensation Karolina Protsenko. Watch this incredible performance of a 3-year-old’s adorable rendition of ‘Hallelujah’ that will melt your heart.
At the start of the song, the boy plays wonderful piano notes, and then Karolina jumps in with a stellar violin melody. She dances with joy as the little girl plays the tambourine. There is a large live audience of shoppers in the streets of Los Angeles and onlookers walking by. As the Christmas tree is decorated and the holiday spirit is in the air, these young people choose a song to remind us of the reason we celebrate Christmas.
Karolina plays through the hit song with flare and style. She is so excited and is a flawless performer. Everyone watching is entertained and excited about the performance. After the trio played through the song, the surprise moment is hearing the little girl come in singing the final chorus. Her voice is precious. She is a wonderful singer and her little voice sings out, “Ha-way-lu-iah.” It will melt your heart.
The preschooler sits there on a stool with her high ponytail on her head and with her tambourine in hand. She is so brave to sing out in front of the crowd around. Karolina then wraps up the song and it is a precious performance. Everyone watching claps for these young performers. As you view the clip, may you delight in the worship of God and in hearing the littlest of people sing a song that points others to Him. He is worthy of all praise.
“Praise the Lord. Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever. Who can proclaim the mighty acts of the Lord or fully declare his praise? Psalm 106:1-2
Prepare to have your heart strings pulled. This is one of the most precious videos of a young boy leading us into beautiful worship to God. Obiblo is only a preschooler who has been gifted in worship. He is up front at his church leading them in song. Watch this 3-year-old’s emotional rendition of ‘Above All Powers.’
As Obiblo begins, he is dressed in his Sunday best with a handsome vest and bow tie at his church meeting. When he hits the chorus, you will be incredibly blessed and amazed at his vocal abilities at such a young age. Your heart will be ministered to by the voice of this little one. God must be smiling when He hears Obiblo sing from his heart. His pitch is stunning, and his love for the Lord at such a young age is evident.
There is an impressive key change when Obiblo gets to the final chorus. He hits high notes beautifully, but the most wonderful part is watching a 3-year-old have such emotions while singing the words:
‘Like a rose trampled on the ground
You took the fall
And thought of me
Above all’
It hits really hard watching the emotion of this young boy and being led to worship our Savior Jesus for what He did for us. The purity and innocence of Obiblo’s praise is encouraging to anyone watching. Those in the service share in his celebration of Christ and shed tears alongside him. It is one of the most moving times of worship in a service that you may ever see. Glory to God for this precious voice.
“The one who comes from above is above all; the one who is from the earth belongs to the earth, and speaks as one from the earth. The one who comes from heaven is above all.” John 3:31
The supremely talented TobyMac has dropped the official lyric video for his new hit song “a Lil Church.” One of the biggest names in the Christian music scene has released the lyric video for his latest catchy, upbeat and uplifting tune. Check out the video to hear the song and watch the lyric video.
The world is often not a kind, warm or welcoming place. In fact, most of the time, it is quite the opposite, which can leave you broken, beaten up and bruised. Situations and circumstances can leave us lost, hurting and searching for answers.
Sadly, too many people are constantly in those positions. They struggle to keep their heads above water and find the will and strength to keep going. The simple fact is that none of us can do this life alone. The Bible tells us to put all of our burdens upon Him, to bring that situation and leave it at His feet. He is more than capable of doing much more than our minds could ever conceive or imagine.
This is precisely the state and condition TobyMac describes in the lyric video for his song “a Lil Church.” He sings about trying to do things independently, carrying and shouldering everything himself. That, of course, has not and will never work. It has left him broken and lost in the wilderness, searching for a way to become whole again.
Luckily, as he sings, he knows the solution to his problem. In the second verse of “a Lil Church,” TobyMac beautifully states the answer.
“So far from runnin’ over
So close to givin’ in
It’s gonna take the hands that made me
To make me whole again”
Throughout life, situations will break and overwhelm you, leaving you battered and bruised. But Christ is the answer to any and every problem we encounter. He is faithful, loving, merciful and willing and able to carry our burdens.
Psalm 55:22 “Put your cares on the Lord, and he will be your support; he will not let the upright be moved.”
Don’t miss this beautiful Big Band rendition of ‘Amazing Grace’ sung with Aubrey Logan. There’s something about the song ‘Amazing Grace’ that moves our hearts with gratitude for what Jesus did on the cross. Many would say that ‘Amazing Grace’ is Christian’s anthem. I would have to agree. No other song or hymn moves hearts or changes attitudes the way ‘Amazing Grace’ does.
I often wonder if it’s because it's so easy to get caught up in the struggles of everyday life, to feel like the weight of the world is on us. But when we hear the first few notes of the song, even in our lowest moments, we know God’s love never fails. And we’re reminded that His grace knows no boundaries.
And isn’t it powerful to know that His grace is amazing precisely because it’s undeserved? We are saved not by anything we do but by what God has already done for us through Christ. There is nothing more humbling or awe-inspiring than that. When we sing along to ‘Amazing Grace,’ we join in the timeless anthem of people who have walked through struggles and found hope, healing, and redemption in the grace of God.
And if you haven’t heard of Aubrey Logan and The Big Band, you’re in for a real treat today as they perform our beloved song. Together, they created a jazz-inspired brass song with Aubrey hitting every high note. I loved watching the performance and watching how Aubrey poured her heart into it. It was incredible to listen to how she hit the high notes while maintaining the gentle, almost intimate tone needed for the sacred words of ‘Amazing Grace.’
For those who are The Band fans, as well as fans of Aubrey, they had a few things to say about it on YouTube. One viewer who knows what it's like to arrange music stated, “Outstanding! Great singing and 'bone solo! The arrangement is out of this world!” Another fan gushed over the performance. She said, “Wow! I love the band sound and your voice! So well done and gracious! Thank you, Aubrey and her band.” Another viewer commented on Aubrey’s bravery. He added, “That was a beautiful rendition, and you are courageous for including Amazing Grace in your album. I love it.”
What did you think of this performance of ‘Amazing Grace?’ Did it warm your heart or stun you in ways you didn’t expect?
Ephesians 2:8-9 “For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.”
Chase Rice takes Kelly Clarkson’s stage to perform his soul-stirring ‘Hey God It’s Me Again’ and demonstrates how his musical goals and direction have changed over the years. Kelly, looking gorgeous in jewel-toned satin, introduces Chase and shares a comment the 39-year-old singer shared with a reporter, “I want to write songs that are crazy deep and make people think.” ‘Hey God It’s Me Again,’ from Chase’s recent album, ‘Go Down Singin’’, certainly does that!
Low-key and casual, Chase wears dark jeans, a black baseball cap, and a white t-shirt. Near the top of his guitar strap, the words “I Hate Cowboys” are easily read—reflective of an earlier album entitled ‘I Hate Cowboys & All Dogs Go To Hell.’ Perhaps a bit of satire? Actually, the album title references two songs that are part of the project—both intentionally provocative.
‘Country Now’ wrote, in a September 2024 article, that Chase’s music has undergone a “transformation.” They added, “With his new album, Go Down Singin’, Rice continues to embrace authenticity and finds himself making music that he is truly passionate about. The result is an 11-song project that dives deep into his personal and musical journey.”
‘I need a little less time in a honky tonk and a little more time with you
I need a little less chasin' what I want and a little more front-porch pew
It's been a minute since I shut up and listened and caught up with an old friend’
Transformation in our personal lives or work often comes as a result of lived experiences. Chase Rice has had a few since his upbringing in Ormond Beach, Florida, and Asheville, North Carolina. After graduating from high school, Chase attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He was a linebacker on the football team, but an injury ended his football career.
Before graduating from college, Chase’s father died suddenly at the age of 58. Chase was just 22 years old at the time. When he finished school, he was offered a spot as a tire changer on a very successful NASCAR pit crew. In 2010, he competed in Survivor: Nicaragua. Chase came in second and took his $100,000 winnings to Nashville to embark on a music career.
Life does take unexpected turns, and often, those are painful. Chase Rice’s song, by his own admission, is a product of the turns in his life and resulting growth, both personally and professionally, along the way. Thanks, Chase, for a song that reminds us all to move in a little closer and listen a little longer to God.
“In my distress I called to the Lord; I cried to my God for help. From his temple he heard my voice; my cry came before him, into his ears.” Psalms 18:6
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