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Whole Heart by Passion (CD Review & Giveaway)

February 19, 2018 by Suzie Waltner 1 Comment

When I don’t have my nose buried in a book, I like background noise. Most of the time, that’s provided by music. Whether sitting at my desk at work, driving around marking errands off my list, or immersed in chores around the house, music provides an ample soundtrack.

My favorite go-to music is praise and worship (yes, even while cleaning the house). There’s just something about it that automatically lifts me up, reminds me of where—and on Whom—my focus should rest no matter what my hands are doing.

Do you know who does praise and worship well? Passion. From the movement to the conferences to the music, the ultimate desire is intimacy with God.

Glory Song by Matt Redman (CD Review & Giveaway)

September 26, 2017 by Suzie Waltner 10 Comments

About the Album

Matt Redman teamed up with several of his worship-artist friends for this album, first releasing the track “Gracefully Broken (feat. Tasha Cobbs Leonard).” Tasha Cobbs Leonard also released her own version of this song on the same day! The album also features Kierra Sheard, Guvna B, Madison Cunningham, and Kim Walker-Smith.

Available everywhere 9/29/17. Order here (or click on the cover of the album to the left)

In My Opinion (Review)

I’ve been wanting to get my hands on new music for a couple of months now, so when the opportunity to review Matt Redman’s new album came up, I was thrilled for the opportunity.

This CD has traveled with me since it arrived in my mailbox last Friday. I put it in the CD player and listened to it when I was cleaning this weekend. It also found its way to my car on Sunday as I drove to and from church in the morning and to a small group meeting that afternoon. Now it’s back in the house as I’m going through paperwork.

Glory Song offers fans of praise and worship a fantastic mix of upbeat and more contemplative songs. Each one is an expression of awe and wonder at the holiness, the majesty, the gift of salvation and offers a Redman’s response through song.

With seventy minutes of music, with plenty of guests joining him, you’re sure to come away with a favorite. My personal one? “Gracefully Broken” featuring Tasha Cobbs Leonard. I mean, the title is simply enough to sit and ponder for a while. Here’s the lyric video:

Those who have grown up in the church (those of us who remember using hymnals, anyway) already know some of the words in “One Day (When We All Get to Heaven)”. Yes, that portion in parenthesis is the hymn. When we all get to heaven/what a day of rejoicing that will be/When we all see Jesus/we’ll sing and shout the victory.

Bottom line? Matt Redman leaves listeners with new P&W music that are moving, heartfelt reminders of the love and sacrifice Christ willingly gave to a fallen world. It’s in our response that we thank Him for everything He’s gifted to us that we don’t deserve.

My Rating:

I’ll leave you with the story behind the song…and an opportunity to win a copy of Glory Song.

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Family Christian Stores Amazing Christmas Sale and Product Spotlight

December 5, 2014 by Suzie Waltner Leave a Comment

If you live near a Family Christian Store, you may have already received their catalogue and seen the amazing deals they have advertised from Dec 5-Dec 24. If you do not, you can check them out online. And if you still have Christmas shopping to do, check them out!

Be sure and check the website for their daily coupon on the home page.

Years ago I used to work for some magazines and reviewed Christian music almost daily. Admittedly, I have fallen out of the Christian music loop. The bands that were popular when I was reviewing–Jars of Clay, Newsboys, Third Day, etc, are either not around anymore or filled with a whole new set of singers. I heard the name Lecrae but I think the first time I actually heard his music was when my strength and fitness instructor at the gym played “Jesus Muzik” one month. By the way, he’s got great beats to exercise to.

Anomaly is his latests and is included in the Family Christian Stores sale. With lyrics that are thought provoking and real and beats that will keep you pumped up and moving, Lecrae keeps the music pumping. Some of the songs include collaborations with other musicians (my favorites include “Give In” with Crystal Nicole and “Messengers” with For King and Country). If you have a teenager or someone who is into rap music (think Toby Mac), this would be a great stocking stuffer or gift.

Of course, Anomaly isn’t the only thing on sale this week.

And if you’re looking for a great Christmas album, check out Francessa Batistelli. I gave this one to many friends a couple of years ago.