Praise & Worship
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Christian Rocker: How ‘Stepping Stones’ Turned to ‘Prophetic Vision for My Life’
Christian rock band Skillet, formed in 1996, grew in popularity in completely unexpected ways. What fans may not know, however, is how lead guitarist Ben Kasica got started with them and how that platform ultimately launched him into God’s plan for his life in the entertainment industry. Join host Shawn Bolz on this episode of…
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Heather Evans: Music Is Bringing Hope to the Dark Places
Singer/songwriter Heather Evans knows from personal experience that, “In a moment God can change everything.” Her story is one of beauty and redemption, one that you won’t want to miss on this episode of Booth to Ballot on the Charisma Podcast Network. Going from the hills of Ohio to the mountains of Hollywood entertainment was…
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Ethiopian Jews Thank God for This Prophetic Fulfillment Every Year
Imagine God answers a very big prayer for you. Would you remember to thank him for it year after year? That’s what Ethiopian Jews do—thank God for bringing them back to Israel and Jerusalem and for uniting them with the Jewish people. It’s called Sigd. It’s an ancient holiday that Ethiopian Jews brought with them…
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Face of International Christian Persecution Set Free After Harrowing Ordeal on Death Row
Asia Bibi is free! Chief Justice Saqib Nasir has given the order to release her as soon as possible, and she has been found not guilty of all charges of blasphemy. The chief justice is reported to have said: “Her conviction is set aside, and she is to be relieved forthwith.” The portions of the…
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How a Cancer Diagnosis Changed Casting Crowns’ Lead Singer’s Faith
A cancer diagnosis changed Mark Hall’s faith and his family. A year later, we sat down with Casting Crowns’ lead singer for a candid conversation on faith, fatherhood and what youth pastors need the most from parents. Husband, dad, youth pastor, lead singer—cancer diagnosis. Mark Hall of Casting Crowns was already wearing a lot of…
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Christians To Rock, Ride And Rejoice At Rock the Universe
Thousands of believers are expected to rock, ride and rejoice at Universal Orlando’s Rock the Universe 2016, one of the biggest Christian music festivals in the country. Set for Sept. 9 and 10, this year’s concert line-up features some of Christian music’s most popular artists, including Christian hip-hop icon TobyMac, Billboard Music Award-winning rock band Skillet…
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Disney’s Night of Joy to Rock With ‘Fields of Joy’
Disney’s Night of Joy is moving from its longtime location to an athletic complex for the first time. On Sept. 9 and 10, the two-night Christian music festival will be held at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., near Orlando. In 1983, the event debuted at Magic Kingdom (aka Disney World)…
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How Columbine Victim’s Bold Faith Inspired ‘I’m Not Ashamed’ Title Track
Abigail Duhon prays she is never put in the same life-or-death situation Rachel Joy Scott faced 17 years ago at Columbine High School. Should the same circumstances ever arise, however, the Christian artist/actress is confident the Holy Spirit will give her the courage to make the same choice Scott made. On April 20, 1999, Eric…
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Worship Songwriter Exchanges Trauma for Triumph
Two years ago, the writer behind gospel hits like Passion’s “One Thing Remains” lost her baby, Goldie. She was born with a rare and fatal genetic disease known as anencephaly, which prevented the normal development of her brain and the bones of her skull. “In that moment, my heart naturally shattered into a million pieces,”…
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Christian Rapper’s Prophetic Music Draws People to God’s Table
Sherrod Shackelford, also known as Viktory, could have been a drug dealer or gang member—or dead—by 25. But God had other plans. “God revealed Himself to me in college,” Viktory says. “I was totally unchurched, and He began to tug on my heart. He pulled me out of a world of real darkness and gave…
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Documentary Lauds Impact of Lecrae’s Ministry on Mainstream Society
Later this year, the documentary Unashamed World releases in theaters, telling the story of how Lecrae started a movement and brought Christian rap into the mainstream. The movie is described as being made “by fans, for fans.” The film’s funding campaign was conducted via Indiegogo and social media. Fans helped create some of the content,…
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To the Worshipper Looking for Scriptural Depth in an Artistic Package
For the soul that aches for worship beyond pop radio hits, Doxa Theo has the answer. Their debut album, Future Glory, features the rich, lyrical depth of classic hymns with a fresh, artistic twist. Future Glory—available on Spotify and iTunes as of Friday, May 20—moves past the typical chorus, two verses and a bridge. Instead,…
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What Secret Did a Famous Gospel Artist Keep Hidden From Church?
Ironically, the same man who encouraged concertgoers with lyrics like “There’s healing for your sorrow / healing for your soul” says he felt like a fraud since those very words left him feeling unchanged. “They’re coming up to me saying, ‘Your song saved me from this’ or ‘Your song ministered to me,’ and I’d go…
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Newsboys Premier Exclusive Music Video For Their Single “Guilty”
If you were to draw up a blueprint for a successful music career, the final plans couldn’t help but resemble Newsboys’ trajectory. They’ve defined Christian music for more than two decades, only to blow up expectations as they’ve recreated themselves again and again. Impossible to pin down, these musical shapeshifters move fluidly between rock and…
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Meet the Justin Bieber of Gospel Music
YouTube has helped to launch the music careers of artists like Justin Bieber. And it’s a similar story for a Lafayette, Lousiana, college student whose friends posted a video of her singing a worship tune. In fact, Briana Babineaux, who goes simply by the name Bri, has been called the “Justin Bieber of gospel music.” Last December, she attended…
