Country intertwined with jazz creates the perfect peppy musing of ‘Just A Closer Walk With Thee,’ as Jimmy Fortune sings at Larry’s Country Diner. 

You are absolutely in for a real treat. Larry’s Country Diner is a unique down-home show taped in front of a live audience. It features special appearances by legendary country music artists. They interact with the show’s characters, such as Keith Bilbrey, Sheriff Jimmy Capps, Waitress Renae, and church lady Nadine! 

The show’s wholesome content and fun episodes have turned it into a bellowed show watched by 1.4 million people every month. The only drawback for the audience is no real food. The pitchers and napkins on the tables are for props, but they don’t seem to mind. Instead, smiles and tapping feet can be seen as the band strikes up the beginning notes of ‘Just A Closer Walk With Thee.’  

I am weak, but Thou art strong,
Jesus, keep me from all wrong,
I'll be satisfied as long
As I walk, let me walk close to Thee.

This song was written and performed by Kenneth Morris and Sallie Martin. It has become a beloved and favorite praise song over the years. Jimmy Fortune does a fabulous job performing dressed in a blue vest, and jeans, and strumming his guitar. With a smile on his face, he can’t help but dance to the rhythm. The legendary country singer had been a part of the Statler Brothers for over two decades before he embarked on a solo career. Jimmy released a gospel album and teamed up with Gaither Studios to play worship music around the world. 

No matter who Jimmy is with or what stage he is on, his love for music and the Lord shines brightly. May Jimmy’s performance at Larry’s Country Diner be a blessed part of your day. 

This song is the perfect way to give the Lord praise with an uplifted spirit and a pep in our step. 

Colossians 2:6 “Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him.”

You’ll be glad you watched ‘Manger Throne’ by Phil Wickham in the official music video. 

Phil does it again! He wrote a song worthy of God’s praise that brings us to our knees in reverence for Jesus’ sacrifice. This time around, it’s added a special twist. Phil sings about how Christ came into the world and was laid to rest in His ‘manger throne.’ 

How fitting are those words? Who knew a little babe lying in a manger would one day rule the world, who would one day be our king and savior? 

From heaven to the cradle 
From cradle to the cross
Let heaven and nature sing 
This is our King

The song debuted in October and has already garnered over 141,800 views with fans praising God and thanking Phil for his musical abilities. One avid fan wrote, “Phil what can I say that I haven't already. Tears flowing down my cheeks is all I have. Thank you for this incredible song to sing in praise & worship to King Jesus this Christmas season & every day! God bless!” 

Another viewer pointed out that Phil has been anointed by God through the use of his musical talents to bring strangers to Christ. She wrote, “God has so anointed you Phil to lead us in worshipping our King and Savior. Praise to our King! He alone is worthy of all of our praise, today and forever more.

“Such a beautiful song! You will never stop amazing me with your talent!  Merry Early Christmas,” wrote another viewer who is looking forward to Christmas. With songs like this that get right to the heart of the meaning of Christmas, I look forward to Christmas, too. What a beautiful way to praise the Lord for all He has done for us. We hope you enjoyed listening to Phil Wickham sing ‘Manger Throne,’ and it blessed your soul today. 

Isaiah 9:6 “For to us a child is born, to 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.”

A Cappella Choir sings ‘We Need A Little Christmas’ and you don’t want to miss this rendition. 

The popular Christmas song is originally from the1966 Broadway musical ‘Mame.’ The music group Voctave picked up the song and recreated it with their sensational and harmonizing octaves. They hit each note with passionate precision and you can’t help but sing along. Voctave is an 11-member a cappella group that was formed to create music from Disney and he posted it to YouTube. 

They quickly gained popularity and they formally created the band Voctave. Today the group sings a wide variety of music from Disney, jazz, Broadway, and Christmas music. Formed in 2015, they’ve been blessed to share their talent worldwide. 

Dressed in their favorite Christmas sweaters and full of pep, you can’t help but smile and wonder if isn’t too early to deck the halls and pull out the holly. This group will take you back to the moment in your heart when Christmas feels magical and hopeful.  

I’m ready to pull out the Christmas tree and put up the manger scene. I want to usher in the season that is full of warmth, merriness, and joy as we anticipate the day Jesus came into this world. 

For we need a little music, need a little laughter
Need a little singing ringing through the rafter
And we need a little snappy, happy ever after
We need a little Christmas now

Just listen as this 11-member crew belts out the powerful words that remind of us the goodness and cheer of the Christmas season. And can you believe there are absolutely no instruments used in this song? The way these talented musicians sing together so flawlessly is beyond remarkable. 

Music is a powerful way to rejoice and praise the Lord’s glorious gift of Jesus to save mankind in a fallen world. Let us rejoice and celebrate the Christmas story of Jesus' birth with Christmas songs and carols. We hope you enjoyed this enlightening song about the Christmas season.

Isaiah 9:6 "For to us a child is born, to 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." 

Lyric video for this song from the "Gratitude" album, with beautiful scenery and weaving images. This song focuses on how God weaves together every part of our lives for His plan and purpose.

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A country music legend, Wynonna Judd, turned in a beautifully stunning performance of a classic Christmas tune, “Mary, Did You Know?”

There are hundreds of Christmas songs that become mighty repetitive and worn out by the time Christmas Day rolls around every year. From secular to religious, those songs cover a variety of topics, subjects and figures. Several tunes mention an old and jolly overweight man who dresses up in red and then spends Christmas Eve sneaking into houses. Other songs talk about reindeer, the frightful weather and chestnuts cooking atop an open flame. 

However, few mention Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ, the woman who gave birth to the Son of God in a lowly manger all those years ago. In a clip posted on YouTube, Wynonna delivers an outstanding performance of “Mary, Did You Know?”

The song is basically a series of questions, with the singer asking Mary what she knew and when. The track poses the questions, asking if Mary understood the magnitude of that birth and her child. Did she know her baby boy would grow up to change the world, saving man from his sins?

“Did you know that your baby boy
Has come to make you new?
This child that you delivered, will soon deliver you”

Mary was a young woman entrusted with a tremendous amount of responsibility. God even sent one of His angels to inform Mary about the massive, world-changing task ahead of her. While an angel of God told her about her yet-to-be-born child, there is no way she could have ever fully understood, at that moment, what His birth would mean for all of humanity. 

“Mary, Did You Know?” is a beautifully written song that emphasizes the importance of and the world-altering mission of the baby boy born to a virgin in a manger by asking Mary several pointed and direct questions. 

Luke 1:38 “And Mary said, ‘Behold, the handmaid of the Lord; be it unto me according to thy word. And the angel departed from her.”

"Hallelujah" is an exciting song of praise to God. The song encourages people to praise God with music and singing. The music video contains 3D animation of Samba dancing, as well as praising God. I hope you enjoy this fun song of praise!

A country music star and her daughter combined their beautiful voices, making for a stunning duet as they performed a beloved Christmas classic.

Christmas is a terrific season, full of smiles, hugs, gift-giving, family gatherings and usually, an obscene amount of food. Sure, all of that helps to make the Christmas season a wonderful time of year, but without the birth of Christ, the Savior, it would all be completely meaningless. 

Sara Evans and her talented daughter, Olivia, remind listeners and viewers about the real meaning behind all the celebrations, the gifts and the food. The mother-daughter duo takes the festively decorated stage together for a lovely rendition of the timeless Christmas classic, “O Holy Night.”

“O Holy night! The stars are brightly shining
It is the night of our dear Savior’s birth
Long lay the world in sin and error pining
‘Till He appears, and the soul felt its worth”

The performance is a duet, with both lending their voices, belting out the lyrics about the world-changing evening when Jesus Christ made his much-anticipated entrance. However, Sara, a much more experienced and seasoned performer, shoulders most of the singing duties. 

It's clear the talent in the family did not stop with Sara. Olivia does have an outstanding voice, but her mother does outshine her daughter, singing out considerably louder than her daughter. 

Regardless of who does what and who is heard more and longer in the song, Sara and Olivia are using their considerable platform to sing about and spread the real reason for the season: the birth of Jesus Christ. Before Christ entered the world, taking our place and dying on the cross, all were lost and without hope. Christ’s birth in that manger all those years ago changed everything. 

Like the lyrics the two talented ladies sing, their performance is also beautiful. It’s a rendition that is more than deserving of several listens and views. 

Luke 2:7 “And she had her first son; and folding him in linen, she put him to rest in the place where the cattle had their food, because there was no room for them in the house.”

A family of talented vocalists showed off their impressive musical gifts with a stunning a cappella cover of a beloved Christmas carol about Christ’s arrival on Earth.

The birth of Jesus Christ is the sole reason for celebrating Christmas. The gifts exchanged, the meals eaten, the annual parties and other gatherings may be fun and exciting. But without the birth of Christ, Him being born to a virgin in a manger, those celebrations and traditions would all be rendered useless and totally in vain. As the old saying goes, "Jesus is the reason for the season." 

In a clip posted on YouTube, six people – the Drudge family – sing a dazzling a cappella version of “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel.” Their voices blend perfectly, creating a most enjoyable rendition of the old Christmas favorite.

“O come, O come, Emmanuel
And ransom captive Israel
That mourns in lonely exile here
Until the Son of God appear”

In addition to the pleasant and beautiful sounds from the talented family, the video is also a sight to behold. The clip is shot entirely in a picturesque landscape, amongst snow-covered fields and trees. It looks like a location right out of a Christmas-themed Hallmark film. 

A handful of people who commented on the YouTube clip mentioned how much they loved, adored and appreciated the a cappella performance.

“Wow, amazing job everybody!” one person posted.

“Powerful song, thank you Drudge family,” a second individual added.

“Wow, that is incredible guys. Thanks so much for sharing,” yet another person wrote. 

Christ’s arrival was a moment in history that many in the Bible looked forward to and waited for in eager anticipation. They knew that the birth of Christ would change the world forever, as it has and continues to do so. 

Scripture in the Old Testament foretells the birth of a Savior who would save man from his sin, making hearts as white as snow. Specifically, the books of Micah and Isaiah make mention of the impending arrival of Jesus Christ. 

Isaiah 7:14 “For this cause the Lord himself will give you a sign; a young woman is now with child, and she will give birth to a son, and she will give him the name Immanuel.”

Listen to one of today’s most beloved and treasured worship songs, ‘The Old Rugged Cross Made The Difference by the Gaither vocal band during a live performance. You won’t be disappointed. 

“And the old rugged cross made the difference
In a life bound for heartache and defeat;
I will praise Him forever and ever
For the cross made the difference for me.”

The song is one of 300 songs written by George Bennard. Born into a modest family, he took on the responsibility of caring for his family as a coal miner when his father passed away. Later, he became a preacher and worked for the Salvation Army with his wife. 

His passion was to open the eyes of the world to the blessed gift of salvation from the Lord. He penned many songs expressing his gratitude and wonder. More than 100 years later, his legacy lives on within the notes and the lyrics of his worship songs. 

The vocal band Gaither performed a beautifully earnest rendition of ‘The Old Rugged Cross Made The Difference.’ After its initial release, the performance has gone viral with over 17,000 views. People around the world are worshipping Jesus for His sacrifice on the cross while they listen to this poetic song. 

Adam Crabb sings solo as the music begins to play. He croons about the ‘aching desperation’ of needing Jesus until the moment Jesus’ sacrifice touches our lives. Then Wes Hampton, Bill Gaither, Todd Suttles, and Reggie Smith harmonize as they sing of the hope found at the foot of the cross. 

I can never tire of listening to worship music that points me back to Jesus. May this song infuse hope and appreciation for what Christ did for you and me. 

Galatians 6:14 “But may it never be that I would boast, except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, through which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world.”

Forrest Frank, a popular Christian musician, after spending thousands of dollars, completely changed the direction of the clip after receiving a message from the Lord.

Humans like to know what to expect going into a situation. Not many people like to fly by the seat of their pants but instead want to know how to prepare and be able to anticipate what is coming next. However, the old saying is true: “man plans, God laughs.” 

In a clip posted on YouTube, Forrest Frank perfectly illustrates how God can move in and completely change and augment well-thought-out plans at any moment. He can use every instance to much greater effect than ever thought possible. 

At the beginning of the official music video for Forrest’s song “No Longer Bound,” text appears that mentions how the Lord changed his plans. 

“We spent the last few weeks working on a music video for it,” the text reads. “It cost over $10,000 and 40+ people were involved.”

Then God, according to Forrest, changed the direction of the music video.

“But right before we released it, God told us to do something different,” the text reads. “This is His version.”

Instead of what Forrest had planned, the video is now clips of several people holding up paper, mentioning a personal failure or a troubling situation in their life. But no matter how bleak the situation, everyone flips the paper to reveal they are “no longer bound.” The Lord has come into their life and changed that situation. Every piece of paper points to the Lord's awe-inspiring grace, love and mercy. 

It's clear that this version of Forrest’s music video is much more powerful and moving than whatever he originally had in mind. This clip proves that God is always working and capable of life-changing miracles.

2 Corinthians 5:17 “Therefore if any man is in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.”

Listen to this new song called ‘Better Man’ by for KING + COUNTRY today!

“I do, I do, I wanna be a better man for you, watch the words traveling, down the hall,
Through your heart, feel my pulse quickening, a step away, a world apart
I know that I let you down, let my pride shut you out, that's not the way it's meant to be
Sorry for the tears you've cried, darling, let me make it right ‘cause you deserve the best of me”

What a great song from for KING + COUNTRY’s new album titled What Are We Waiting For?. The lyrics of ‘Better Man’ express the desire to improve oneself for the sake of a significant other. 

There is a focus on humility and the commitment to change in order to improve the relationship. The brother duo, Joel and Luke Smallbone, shared about the song ‘Better Man’ and their feelings behind it.

“‘Better Man’ we felt was always one of the more honest songs on the record,” the Smallbones shared on their band’s Facebook page. “Whether in our relationships with our spouses or relationships at large, it’s fair to assume that most of us want to be good people. But the truth is we’re human - we’re not perfect and our relationships aren’t perfect. This song is us describing how we want to be better.”

“As men, we’ve found we can tend to be very prideful people, and pride is something that kills vibrant relationships. It’s our hope that this song speaks on how to live with humility, and how to show grace to the ones that are closest to us - our wives.”

What an important message and one that deserves to be taken to heart. The music from for KING + COUNTRY always brings so much love and inspiration, and we hope you felt that today when listening to their new song ‘Better Man.’

Three talented musicians – two young men and their father – performed a beloved Christmas tune about the night the King of Kings and Lord of Lords made His entrance into the world.

Christmas is special, often regarded as the best time of the year by many. The Christmas season is near and dear to the hearts of scores of individuals, likely for a number of reasons. Perhaps it’s because of a favorite, time-honored tradition. Maybe it’s because a delicious and delectable dish makes its much-anticipated reappearance during the Christmas season. 

While traditions and customs may vary among families, there is only one reason to even recognize the season and for the annual gatherings: the birth of Jesus Christ. Without that baby being born in a lowly manger more than 2,000 years ago, none would have ever had a chance. All would be lost, forced to live out their days in their sin and shame. 

In a clip posted on YouTube, three musicians perform a classic Christmas song, “O Holy Night.” It’s a song about the evening that forever changed the course of history. Of course, it’s the night when Jesus Christ was born. 

The three young men show off their musical abilities while performing in a picturesque, snow-covered wooded area. One belts out the lyrics, while another tickles the ivories on a keyboard, and an older gentleman plays the cello. It’s the absolute perfect location to sing a Christmas song.  

“O holy night! The stars are brightly shining
It is the night of the dear Savior’s birth
Long lay the world in sin and error pining
Till he appeared and the soul felt its worth”

Their cover is outstanding, heartfelt and well worth more than a few listens. 

Additionally, the camera essentially acts as another performer. It moves swiftly around, providing close-ups of the musicians and their instruments. Viewers are also treated to different shots of the outstanding and breathtaking scenery.

Luke 2:7 “And she brought forth her firstborn son; and she wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger because there was no room for them in the inn.”

Check out the encouraging song 'Jesus, Thank You' by Katy Nichole featuring CAIN and David Leonard.

“Thank You for the goodness, thank You for Your kindness, thank you for all the things you do,
Jesus, thank You, Jesus, I can hardly count the times, Your grace has pulled me out
Sin and shame had left me bound, I once was lost, but now I'm found, I once was lost,
But now I'm found, thank You for the goodness, thank You for Your kindness”

What a wonderful song that shares a heartfelt expression of gratitude to Jesus for all of the blessings that he gives. And the song is a great reminder to us all to thank Jesus for all the ways that he has moved in our lives.

Katy Nichole released her song ‘Jesus, Thank You (feat. CAIN & David Leonard)’ right ahead of her 33-city fall tour with CAIN and David Leonard that starts off in Baton Rouge, LA. And she shared how grateful she was to be partnering with these other musical artists during this time.

“I have countless reasons to be thankful over these past few years,” said Katy Nichole. “One of the biggest of these is having the honor of meeting like-minded artists and then getting the opportunity to cultivate friendships, collaborate musically, and tour the country together. 

This new version of ‘Jesus, Thank You’ is very special and personal to me because I get to share this song with two of my favorite touring buddies, CAIN and David Leonard.”

David Leonard, who produced this version of ‘Jesus, Thank You,’ also chimed in. “It has been so much fun to be out on tour with these guys this year, and I’m super thankful we got to create a version of this song together!”

We hope that you enjoyed listening to 'Jesus, Thank You' by Katy Nichole featuring CAIN and David Leonard today!

"I Will Follow Christ" is a song about who you choose to follow (the world or Christ). As for me, I choose to follow Christ, to live for him. I choose to make him a priority in my life. As a follower of Christ, I am forgiven of sin.

Check out the official music video for the new song ‘Dreams’ by NEEDTOBREATHE and featuring Judah & The Lion.

“You make dreams come true, You make dreams come true, I’m a wounded shell
I’m a restless hurry, I get a few things right, but still I find myself in trouble, I’m a loaded gun
I’m a full blown worry, I’m a reckless soldier trying to crawl out of the rubble 
It’s hard to see the light from under it, but all these failures got me wondering”

What a great song! The lyrics in ‘Dreams’ explore themes of struggle, perseverance, and the power that the Lord has to make our dreams come true. And what a wonderful reminder that is!

In the music video, NEEDTOBREATHE and Judah & The Lion are jamming out together in a field and just having the best time together. At one point, there’s even giant sumo wrestler suits and fireworks going off around them. And the joyful video definitely had an impact on their audience.

“This is one of the most fun videos I have ever seen,” shared one person on YouTube. “I can't stop smiling. Thanks, guys! And the lyrics are great, as usual.”

“This song just made my day. So fun and uplifting!” writes another person online.

On Facebook, NEEDTOBREATHE and Judah & The Lion shared a little bit about the story behind the song ‘Dreams’ in a short video.

“So we got in and wrote a song together that we knew was kind of magic, I think the day of, which you don’t always know that leaving a writing room,” said Bear Rinehart, the lead singer of NEEDTOBREATHE. “But I felt like we landed on something, like this feels like both of our bands and has that energy, and I’m really proud of it.”

“I’m really excited the way that it kind of came about,” said Judah Akers, the lead singer of Judah & The Lion. “I don’t really know how any of this, like I don’t know how we’re able to do this for a living. So, it literally is just kind of about being grateful to the fans and to people that have kind of been along both of our journeys, and I hope you feel that when you hear the song.”

We hope that you enjoyed listening to ‘Dreams’ today and the song was able to bring you some joy!

A group of talented young vocalists turned in an outstanding cover of a hymn that reminds listeners that the Lord is love, all-powerful and stays by our side in any and every situation.  

Life can bring about many confusing and bewildering circumstances. The answer at the time and what happens next may not be entirely clear. In some situations, a path forward, or a way out or through, seems impossible. But there is One who has a habit of making the impossible possible. He can and will be our eyes, protector and guide in these times. 

In a clip posted on YouTube, a group of young people, the group OneVoice, give a beautiful and inspired A Cappella performance of the hymn “Be Thou My Vision.” The group members show off their massive amount of musical talent, displaying their vocal gifts for all to hear. 

“Be Thou my vision, O Lord of my heart
Naught be all else to me, save Thou art
Thou my best thought, by day or by night
Waking or sleeping, Thy presence my light”

Their magnificent version of this timeless hymn is worth more than a few listens in order to catch and appreciate all the talent and skill of the young performers. Not only that but OneVoice’s cover of “Be Thou My Vision” is a pleasant and likable rendition. 

Those interested in hearing more from OneVoice are in luck. This clip of them covering “Be Thou My Vision” is far from the only song they have performed. Their YouTube channel is filled with dozens of videos of the group covering many songs, spanning multiple genres of music.

They’ve performed everything from Stevie Wonder’s “For Once in My Life” to Katy Perry’s “Daisies” and “Dancing in the Dark” by Bruce Springsteen, among others.

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

This is a music video for "Creation Song", by Heath Bewley. This song tells of God's creation, from creating light, the sky ("firmament"), land and sea, plants and animals, sun, moon and stars, and finally man and woman. This exciting song not only tells the story of creation, it also uses some of the creation account from Job 38. I hope you enjoy this song of praise to God. The song is catchy Dance Music, and the music video features 3D animation, as well as plenty of great video footage.

An immensely talented musician sat in an empty stairwell and gave a dazzling performance of the beloved and classic hymn, “What a Friend We Have in Jesus.”

Everyday living can be, at times, an overwhelming experience that weighs people down with worries, burdens and stressors. Hurts, heartaches and struggles make their way to everyone at some point, unfortunately. Sadly, these situations can get people to the point where they feel like they are constantly fighting a losing battle, unable to proceed. Thankfully, there is One more than willing to provide assistance and shoulder those burdens.

In a clip posted on YouTube, a member of the popular contemporary Christian band, Elevation Worship, strums on the guitar and beautifully sings the lyrics to a widely recognized tune about giving those fears and worries over to Christ. “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” reminds followers of Jesus Christ that we are not alone in our everyday struggles and battles.

Christ is capable of shouldering and lifting those burdens. In fact, as the song mentions, Christians are to bring those stresses, hurts and heartaches and lay them at His feet. Holding onto those situations only causes us wholly undue and unnecessary pain. As a follower of Christ, we can let them go and give it all to Him. 

“What a Friend we have in Jesus, all our sins and griefs to bear
What a privilege to carry everything to God in prayer
O what peace we often forfeit, O what needless pain we bear
All because we do not carry everything to God in prayer”

In addition to singing the powerful and moving lyrics from “What a Friend We Have in Jesus,” the musician includes lyrics from Elevation’s original song," Mercy." Similarly, that tune is also about the magnificent and awe-inspiring things Christ has done in their lives. 

Matthew 11:28 “Come to me, all who are troubled and weighted down with care, and I will give you rest.”

This is a Reggae Remix of the fun song, "Sing Hosanna Forevermore". The song is about praising God throughout the week. We can praise God, and have a relationship with him. Praise the Lord!