There is a heavy, upbeat feel to this song that I particularly like. “Born Again” drives home the point that for us to experience new life, we need to give everything to God. Newsboys is an Australian Christian rock band composed of Jody Davis, Duncan Phillips, Jeff Frankenstein and Michael Tait. Since their formation in [...]
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Christian Music Tuesday: “Free To Be Me” by Francesca Battistelli
According to Wikipedia, Francesca Battistelli wrote “Free To Be Me” in order “to cheer herself up after backing into a lawyer’s car in her driveway”. The song is about having the courage to face one’s highs and lows in life. Francesca Battistelli is a north American Christian musician. The song “Free to be Me” is [...]
Christian Music Tuesday: “Savior, Please” by Josh Wilson
The song “Savior, Please” by Josh Wilson is a prayer. At its core, the song centers on the idea that we cannot be without God. Some of us might think that we are strong enough but in the end we will come to realize that we cannot do anything without God’s grace. We are indeed [...]
Christian Music Tuesday: “Love Has Come” by Mark Schultz
The song starts with the acknowledgment that life is filled with sorrow. Although it starts on a negative note, the song is actually brimming with hope. It ends with the assurance that there is hope because God is love and love has come for us all. Mark Schultz is a north American contemporary Christian music [...]
Christian Music Tuesday: “Forgiven” by Sanctus Real
Our God is a forgiving Father. The whole purpose of giving us His only begotten Son is to facilitate forgiveness. The song “Forgiven” stresses that “I don’t have to carry the weight of who I’ve been, cause I’m forgiven.” God forgives us because we are a treasure in the arms of Christ. Sanctus Real is [...]
Christian Music Tuesday: “What Faith Can Do” by Kutless
Everybody hurts. Everybody falls and makes mistakes. People break promises. Your dreams can shatter. And the question is: who and what will give you the strength to rise from all your troubles? God can heal your pain and forgive your sins. God is always faithful and will help you make your dreams come true. So [...]
Christian Music Tuesday: “By Your Side” by Tenth Avenue North
No one else can ease our pain. No one else can lift us up when we’re down. No one else but God. The song “By Your Side” by Tenth Avenue North talks about just that. It speaks of God’s faithfulness and desire to be with us even during our darkest moments. What’s so amazing about [...]
Christian Music Tuesday: “Two Hands” by Jars of Clay
The most unforgettable moments in listening to music are when you come across something – an idea, a way of looking at the world, a prayer, a feeling – which expresses what you have always longed to say. The song “Two Hands” by Jars of Clay is one such piece of music. Its lyrics beautifully [...]
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