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BABY SHARK IS BACK IN AN ALL-NEW STAR-STUDDED DVD!!
Follow Baby Shark and new characters as they create more smash hits in Baby Shark’s Big Show! The Seaweed Sway! featuring: Grammy Award®-winning* superstar Cardi B as Sharki B, the biggest rap icon in the seven seas; Offset, as Offshark; their daughter Kulture, as Toddler Shark; and John Michael Higgins, as Mayor Anchovy!
Baby Shark’s Big Show! The Seaweed Sway will be available on DVD from Paramount Home Entertainment and Nickelodeon Home Entertainment on September 20, 2022, for the suggested retail price of $10.99. BUY NOW ON AMAZON -CLICK HERE
Baby Shark’s Big Show!: The Seaweed Sway episodes:
The Seaweed Sway
Busy Baby
A Shark Day’s Night
Wavey Jones’ Locker
Daddyshark
Rocky-Bye
Rainy Day Roundup
Deep Goo Sea
Baby Shark’s Big Show!: The Seaweed Sway synopsis:
Do the “Seaweed Sway” along with Baby Shark and William when they meet the fin-credible rap icon Sharki B who created the dance craze! Next, Baby Shark bites off more than he can chew before his big dance party with Grandma Shark! Then, The Tentacools (Baby, William, and Vola) get caught up in the trappings of being rock starfishes and forget that they formed the band to have fun! It’s a dancing and singing extravaganza!
Baby Shark’s Big Show!: The Seaweed Sway fast facts:
Street Date: September 20, 2022
Catalog: 191329228203 (US)
Audio: Dolby Digital English 5.1, French Stereo, Spanish Stereo
US Rating: Not Rated
US M.S.R.P.: $10.99 BUY NOW HERE
Today was a horrendous day. I emotionally broke down, it erupted out of something mundane, but I just sobbed and sobbed. Grief is like that. I am approaching the two-year anniversary of the day my life changed forever. May 6th will be two years since my precious son Raymond Charles unexpectedly passed away. I know that as I approach that date, my emotions are all over the place. I love and miss my son beyond which any words could express.
I had an assignment for my blog and it was to review Anne Wilson’s debut album, “My Jesus” which was just released on April 22nd. After feeling emotionally broken, I scoffed to myself at the email. It was just a reminder of work I had taken on that I did not feel I could complete. However, I listened to one song and then to the title track “My Jesus“. It was an official music video and it sent chills up my spine. It opened with parents finding out the worst news ever as they stood in a hospital hallway with their younger daughter nearby.
The video told the story about the loss of a son and hopeless parents who are brought hope through Jesus. This video and the lyrics of the song spoke to me and the end gave me goosebumps as it is revealed that Anne Wilson’s own brother lost his life in 2017 in a car crash.
After seeing the end of the video, I watched Anne’s “My Story” video where she talks about how the tragic loss of her brother in 2017 inspired the title track of her debut album. It was very moving and I could identify with many of the things she spoke about.
If you are struggling right now, you might relate to the lyrics of “My Jesus”:
Are you past the point of weary
Is your burden weighing heavy
Is it all too much to carry
Let me tell you ‘bout my Jesus
Do you feel that empty feeling
‘Cause shame’s done all its stealing
And you’re desperate for some healing
Let me tell you ‘bout my Jesus
Another song from the album called “Mamas” features Hillary Scott from Lady A and will be released on May 4th for Mother’s Day. The video includes footage of Anne surprising her mother with the son and Hillary Scott with her daughters.
Here are some fun facts about Anne Wilson:
Anne Wilson is the first female solo artist debut single to reach #1 on the Billboard Christian Airplay chart. Her debut single “My Jesus” was the longest #1 single on Billboard’s Christian Airplay chart of 2021 at 7 weeks total.
“My Jesus” was nominated for a 2022 Billboard Music Award for “Top Christian Song” against Kayne West. The awards will broadcast live coast-to-coast on May 15 at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT on NBC. It will also stream live on Peacock.
“My Jesus” Hit #1 on Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 and #19 on the Rolling Stone Top 25 Trending charts. Anne Wilson was featured as Billboard’s October 2021 Chartbreaker Artist in their 21 Under 21 issue
Check out the Album Track:
1. Prelude (Scatter)
2. Scatter
3. My Jesus
4. Devil
5. Sunday Sermons
6. Hey Girl
7. This House
8. Mansions
9. Mamas (with Hillary Scott)
10. No Place Like Home
11. God Thing
12. That’s What We Need
13. Something About That Name
14. Closer To God
15. My Jesus (feat. Crowder)
You can stream Anne Wilson’s “My Jesus” Album by clicking HERE. If you do, and I hope you will, let me know what you think in the comments.
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Many thanks to Universal Music Group for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation
I love inspirational and meaningful music. I love so many Rascal Flatts songs for that reason. Did you know that Gary LeVox, the lead singer and co-founder of Rascal Flatts just debuted his solo album, ONE ON ONE? This venture merges 2 of Gary’s biggest passions, music and faith! Gary sings a duet with his daughter Brittany LeVox on a song called While I Waitthat is just precious and heartwarming. ONE ON ONE was released by Big Machine Records and features artists like MercyMe, BRELAND and more.
You can feel really good about purchasing this album for another reason because $1 of every purchase goes to fight human trafficking through the Tim Tebow Foundation.
When asked about the role God has played in his musical journey, LeVox said, “I feel like God graced us with a platform where we can not only touch people’s lives through music, but by being men of God offstage too,” explained LeVox. “At those times when we are with fans that are going through something like cancer, it is so wonderful to not only sing for them but to hold their hand and pray with them. I want them to know that they have a friend in me. I’m not just some guy on the stage. I feel like Christ has put me in this position because He knew I could handle the obligation, which often means taking the time to lift someone up in prayer.”
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CD will be released on March 22nd and contains the following tracks:
I Am Loved
After Me
Still In Control
King in Heaven
Covered
Worship leader Mack Brock walked away from a high profile position at one of the nation’s biggest megachurches to follow God’s call for his life. In an interview with The Christian Post, Brock, who led worship at Elevation Church in Charlotte, North Carolina, for a decade, describes what it was like for him to resign to embark on a solo music career.Brock was leading worship and producing albums for Elevation Worship when he felt God was leading him elsewhere and he was obedient.
You can pre-order for the EP and get the single “I Am Loved”.
There will be a lyric video live day-of release (3/8), HERE
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ZOMBIES have arrived in the Disney Channel’s Newest Original Movie! At Seabrook High, it’s Zoms vs Poms!
The movie features exclusive bonus content including bloopers, deleted scenes, Zombie Survival Guide to High School and more!
Disney’s ZOMBIES is a music and dance-filled story set in the fictitious world of Seabrook, a cookie-cutter community brimming with perky conformity 50 years after a zombie apocalypse.
Today, the zombies pose no threat, but are required to live in Zombietown, an isolated, rundown community infused with their unique creative spirit. When zombies are finally allowed to enroll in Seabrook High School, the charming, charismatic zombie Zed, who is determined to play football, meets freshman Addison who dreams of being a cheerleader — the ultimate form of status in Seabrook.
Addison takes a lot of flak for befriending Zed and his zombie friends, but comes to learn that zombies and cheerleaders aren’t so different after all. Zed and Addison work together to show Seabrook what they can achieve when they embrace their differences and celebrate what makes them a community.
Cast: Milo Manheim as Zed; Meg Donnelly as Addison; Trevor Tordjman as Bucky; Kylee Russell as Eliza; Carla Jeffery as Bree; Kingston Foster as Zoey;
and James Godfrey as Bonzo.
Director:Paul Hoen
Executive Producers: Effie Brown and Paul Hoen
Writers: David Light and Joseph Raso
Bonus Material: Zombie Blooper Reel (DVD Exclusive) – Laugh out loud at the Cast of ZOMBIES in this compilation of the funniest bloopers and outtakes from the making of the film. TRT: 3:53
The Zombie Survival Guide To High School (DVD Exclusive) – This piece uses a visual motif of a Zombie Survival Guide, with styled infographics and hosted by the talent. We go down the list of some of the most important survival tips for Zombies and humans on how to get along and make the best of high school. TRT: 2:24
Dance Tutorial – Join Meg Donnelly (Addison), Kylee Russell (Eliza) and ZOMBIES Choreographer, Christopher Scott, as they show you how to dance along to the ‘BAMM” Music Video. TRT: 3:38
Deleted Scene #1 (DVD Exclusive) – It’s a Cheer-tastrope TRT: :57
Deleted Scene #2 (DVD Exclusive) – New Jacket, New Name TRT: 1:09
Audition Tapes (DVD Exclusive)
Milo Manheim Audition TRT: 1:16
Meg Donnelly Audition TRT :57
Music Video – “BAMM” TRT 3:39
Lyric Video – “BAMM” TRT 3:23
Trailer #1 TRT: 2:20
Trailer #2 TRT 1:50
Release Date: April 24, 2018
Packaging: DVD
Rating: TV-G
Feature Run Time: Approx. 94 minutes (excluding bonus)
To celebrate this new film, we are sharing the downloadable Disney ZOMBIES Movie Night Fun Pack.
So, are you excited to see this new movie? Let me know.
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Do you believe opposites attract? While, it is true in magnets, there are differing opinions when it comes to finding love. How many couples do you know who split because they came from different worlds, were too different, did not enjoy any of the same things, were not on the same wavelength etc.? I am sure you can name a few.
On the flip side, you will find couples that claim the reason their relationship works so well, is due to their differences. How many times have you heard someone say their mate is the ying to their yang?
I think it is true that our differences can either make or break our relationships. I am sure many couples are in therapy seeking help because their differences are causing turmoil in their relationship. Not being on the same page when it comes to handling finances, raising children and religion, can cause a great deal of strife for couples.
As a writer, one piece of advice I give to aspiring bloggers, is to write about what you know. I suppose the same can be said to songwriters. Songs written about real feelings, issues and emotions create the music that others who have experienced the same things can strongly identify with.
With older children and younger children, I often find myself dealing with opposite ends of the parenting spectrum at the same time. In the same year, I could be found attending the preschool graduation of my youngest son and the graduate school graduation of my daughter. One week I am teaching my son to ride a two-wheel bicycle and then next cheering loudly as my daughter completes the NYC marathon.
My older kids are at the age where they come to me for advice (some more than others) on affairs of the heart. They may ask my opinion about new relationships, and differences in age, goals, religion, personalities, hobbies etc. My best advice, is not to be rigid in what they consider “their type” and instead keep an open mind. Many times, people find their true soul mate is nothing like the person they thought was “their type”.
Don Miggs, frontman for the band Whole Damn Mess, is a testimony of what can happen when you let go and stop trying to force your life in a certain direction. Caught up in the mindset of “fame and fortune” he was not getting anywhere fast. The rock star lifestyle that he thought would be a result of his fame, instead came from marrying the love of his life.
Self-admittedly, he has a little bit of a chip on his shoulder, that the mansion he lives in, is a result of who he married and not his own success. He learned to embrace his life for what it is. He and his wife came from different worlds and the band’s new album, The Queen and the Outcast is a unique love story for rock and roll dreamers.
Don along with his co-writer/producers Lawrence Katz and C. Todd Nielsen created a sound that embodies classic rock from the 70’s and 90’s mixed with modern energy. Don credits Katz and Nielsen for pushing him to keep the music and lyrics as personal and authentic as possible.
Don is not a kid, but he is not ready for the old age home just yet. He likes that this music celebrates that his generation, is not dead yet! The songs on this album are written to speak not preach, Don wants them to be part of legacy that his family can be proud of. He is less concerned with writing to get songs in the top 10, but feels it would be amazing if that happened.
My thoughts:
The songs are filled with real lyrics and emotions. You know they are coming from a person who knows has experienced what he is singing about. This makes for authentic songs filled with raw emotion and real passion.
If you have ever found yourself at a crossroads and looking for a reason to take a leap of faith, We Don’t Need a Reason, may sum up some of what you are feeling. In the end, the point is that sometimes people don’t need a reason to choose the path they do.
Another track I could identify with, and I think many of our readers may as well is, Be Good To Yourself. This song was written about Don’s wife and her struggle with postpartum depression. Even if you did not suffer from this, anyone can relate to the fact that we need to take time for ourselves. I know, I need to.
Anywhere Without You, is sweet because, it shows that even with the good and the bad, this person who loves you, does not want to go anywhere without you. Okay, as I write this, it sounds somewhat controlling and obsessive, people do need their own space, we must have boundaries, but really, it is not like that, lol. You can check out the video for this track below.
You can judge for yourself, because the album is being released today. Check out the track listing below:
TRACK LISTING: 1) And There They Were 2) We Don’t Need A Reason 3) Be Good To Yourself 4) Anywhere Without You 5) That’s Just How It Goes 6) Maybe We Should Do It 7) Helium 8) Summer Under Covers 9) When She Says 10) Got You Stuck in My Head
You can purchase this albut HERE. To purchase this album click HERE. Connect with The Whole Damn Mess on their website, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Let me know what you think.
What a week! With so many going through unspeakable pain due to the shooting in Las Vegas and the people trying to rebuild their lives in Puerto Rico, Texas, Florida and the Caribbean, one questions keeps coming to the surface…What is going on in this world?
This week, I also received Jeremy Camp’s new CD, The Answer. I thought the lyrics to the title track summed up a lot of what is on my mind and I am sure on the minds of thousands of others.
So many questions, the world is reaching So many hurting, so many lost With all this thriving, who can we lean on? Creations crying, out from the dark
Another song on the CD that I think many will relate to is, Never Stopped Loving Me. It reminds us that no matter if you go astray or through a dark period, God never stops loving you. He is always there for you, and that is a very comforting.
Many of the tracks on this CD, have that recurring message in them. In Love So Great, the lyrics say:
You made a way when I was so lost You came running when I could not You gave your life to show me true love And took my chains and gave me freedom
Word of Life, is another powerful song and I think it will speak to many in these times. You can view the video below.
Word of life
Speak to my weary heart Strengthen my broken parts Lead me to Your open arms Word of truth
Illuminate all these lies The enemy speaks inside In freedom I will rise‘Cause You called me out from the grave So I can live like I’ve been changed There is a new song in my soul And it begins when I breathe in Your word of life (Your word of life)
Spirit of God Take me to a deeper place Take me out of what is safe And I will not be afraid Spirit of God Fill me with joy again Springing up from within It cannot be contained
The lyrics to My Defender are very applicable to what is going on in the world. I think this whole album can bring hope and comfort to those who feel broken and hopeless in this world.
Though I walk through the valley of the shadow And I stand face to face with the enemy I will know that I am not forsaken You surround me when the fire’s at my feetYou’re my defender You fight for me I will remember You’re all I need You are my healer My remedy Against the power of the unknown And I will not stand alone ‘Cause You’re my defender
I can see You when the night is closing in And I will trust You when it seems that there’s no hope And I hold tight to the promise You have given ‘Cause this I know and I am confident
The Answer was just released on October 6th and is Jeremy Camp’s 15th career album in 15 years. Since his debut album, 2002’s STAY, Camp has established himself with numerous landmark accolades including four RIAA-Certified Gold albums, more than 4.5 million albums sold, a GRAMMY nomination, three American Music Awards nominations, multiple ASCAP awards, 41 radio No. 1’s, a Gold digital single (There Will Be A Day) and a multi-platinum DVD.
“What’s been amazing about The Answer is that all of the songs were inspired by just being present,” Camp shares. “There was no song where I was sitting there and had this epiphany when I was writing. In every writing session, any idea literally just came in the moment. I was praying the whole time, ‘Lord, give me opportunities to combine these things that You are doing in our hearts.”
Camp continues, “When things get tough our first initial reaction is to say, ‘I don’t know if I can handle this.’ I can just tell you there is nowhere else to run. We can turn our backs on the Lord, but that’s where the problems are. There is pain and there is hurt, and Jesus literally offers peace, He offers hope and joy, and He offers the words of eternal life. This song is to encourage others to stick to the only true source of life who gives us all we need – Jesus Christ.”
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Getting up, moving and grooving is so good for kids and adults. We don’ t want to be or raise couch potatoes, so taking time for some fun activities that get everyone up and moving are always welcome in our home. That is why as a PJ Masks Official Blogger and parent, I am so excited about the SUPER “PJ Masks:Time to Move” Dance Party!
We recently received a PJ Masksukulele and microphone to make having our very own dance party even more fun! Having the right music to set the tone or should I say stage, is easy with the official PJ MasksYouTube channel. Check it out and find all the toe-tapping, singalong music videos you need for your own dance party. For more singalong fun, you can find lyric sheets on theOfficial PJ Masks Website.
If your kids are PJ Masks fans, you may have been anxiously waiting for the PJ Masks Live! “Time to Be a Hero” Tour Dates to be announced. The wait is over! We are going to be going to see them in NYC soon! Check out the dates below and see if they are coming to a city near you. What fun it will be to experience this brand-new stage production with my kids’ favorite heroes!
“PJ MASKS LIVE! TIME TO BE A HERO” TO HIT THE ROAD IN FIRST-EVER LIVE THEATRICAL TOUR
New Live-Action Adventure Brings Entertainment One’s
Hit Animated TV Series to Life – on Stage – in More than 60 North American Cities Starting September 2017
“PJ Masks Live! Time to Be a Hero,” a brand-new, fully immersive musical production, will take to the stage, touring across North America starting in September 2017. Exclusive pre-sales begin Tuesday, May 16, at 10am EST, with the general public on-sale starting Friday, May 19, at 10am EST.
The live show is based on eOne’s top-rated animated TV series, which airs daily on Disney Junior. Catboy, Owlette, Gekko, and the Baddies will delight fans of all ages with live performances featuring world-class production, familiar and original music, acrobatics, and immersive interactivity.
PJ Masks, the hit series, follows the thrilling nighttime adventures of three young friends who transform into their dynamic alter egos, Catboy, Owlette and Gekko, when they put on their pajamas at night and activate their animal amulets. Together, they embark on action-packed capers, solving mysteries and learning valuable lessons along the way.
See below for tour dates and locations. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit, www.pjmaskslive.com.
Tour Dates
Tuesday, September 19 – New London, CT – Garde Arts Center
Wednesday, September 20 – Reading, PA – Santander PAC
Thursday, September 21 – Baltimore, MD – Hippodrome
Friday, September 22 – Philadelphia, PA – Kimmel Center
Saturday, September 23 – Philadelphia, PA – Kimmel Center
Sunday, September 24 – Charleston, WV – Clay Center
Tuesday, September 26 – Grand Rapids, MI – DeVos Performance Hall
Wednesday, September 27 – Saginaw, MI – The Dow Event Center Theatre
Thursday, September 28 – Cleveland, OH – State Theatre
Saturday, September 30 – Chicago, IL – Chicago Theatre
Sunday, October 1 – Chicago, IL – Chicago Theatre
Tuesday, October 3 – East Lansing, MI – Wharton Center
Wednesday, October 4 – Cincinnati, OH – Taft Theatre
Saturday, October 7 – Boston, MA – Wang Theatre
Sunday, October 8 – Boston, MA – Wang Theatre
Tuesday, October 10 – Toronto, ON – Sony Centre
Wednesday, October 11 – Kitchener, ON – Centre In The Square
Saturday, October 14 – New York, NY – Theatre at Madison Square Garden
Sunday, October 15 – New York, NY – Theatre at Madison Square Garden
Tuesday, October 17 – Wilkes Barre, PA – F.M. Kirby Center
Wednesday, October 18 – Virginia Beach, VA – Sandler Center
Thursday, October 19 – Fayetteville, NC – Crown Center
Saturday, October 21 – Atlanta, GA – Fox Theatre
Sunday, October 22 – Nashville, TN – Ryman Auditorium
Tuesday, October 24 – Charlotte, NC – Ovens Auditorium
Wednesday, October 25 – Huntsville, AL – Von Braun
Friday, October 27 – Ft. Myers, FL – Barbara B. Mann
Saturday, October 28 – Tampa Bay, FL – Ferguson Hall
Sunday, October 29 – Ft. Lauderdale, FL – Parker Playhouse
Wednesday, November 1 – New Orleans, LA – Saenger Theatre
Thursday, November 2 – San Antonio, TX – Majestic Theatre
Friday, November 3 – Sugar Land, TX – Smart Financial Centre
Saturday, November 4 – Dallas, TX – Majestic Theatre
Sunday, November 5 – Oklahoma City, OK – Hudson Performance Hall
Monday, November 6 – Little Rock, AR – Robinson Center
Tuesday, November 7 – Austin, TX – ACL Moody
Wednesday, November 8 – Tulsa, OK – Chapman Music Hall
Thursday, November 9 – Kansas City, MO – The Midland
Friday, November 10 – Louisville, KY – Palace Theatre
Saturday, November 11 – Indianapolis, IN – Clowes Theatre
Sunday, November 12 – Detroit, MI – Fox Theatre
Tuesday, November 14 – Pittsburgh – Byham Theatre
Wednesday, November 15 – Warren, OH – Packard Music Hall
Saturday, November 18 – Milwaukee, WI – Riverside Theatre
Sunday, November 19 – Appleton, WI – Fox Cities PAC
Monday, November 20 – Omaha, NE – Ralston Arena
Tuesday, November 21 – Loveland, CO – Budweiser Events Center
Friday, November 24 – Phoenix, AZ – Comerica
Saturday, November 25 – Las Vegas, NV – The Orleans
Sunday, November 26 – Los Angeles, CA – Microsoft Theatre
Monday, November 27 – Santa Rosa, CA – Luther Burbank Center
Wednesday, November 29 – Portland, OR – Schnitzer Hall
Thursday, November 30 – Nampa, ID – Ford Idaho Center
Friday, December 1 – Eugene, OR – Hult Center
Saturday, December 2 – San Jose, CA – Civic Auditorium
Tuesday, December 5 – Seattle, WA – McCaw Hall
Wednesday, December 6 – Spokane, WA – Bing Crosby Theatre
About Entertainment One
Entertainment One Ltd. (LSE:ETO) is a global independent studio that specializes in the development, acquisition, production, financing, distribution and sales of entertainment content. The Company’s diversified expertise spans across film, television and music production and sales, family programming, merchandising and licensing, and digital content. Through its global reach and expansive scale, powered by deep local market knowledge, the Company delivers the best content to the world.
About Round Room Presents
Round Room Presents is a live entertainment firm that specializes in the production and promotion of live arena shows, concert tours, theatrical performances and touring exhibitions. Round Room are currently the Executive Producers for Exhibitionism: The Rolling Stones blockbuster exhibit.
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I recently had the pleasure to listen to Laura Story’s new album, Open Hands. I like Laura’s music, so I was excited to learn more about what inspired the songs on this album and listen to the tracks. The title track, Open Hands is about worshiping God with your hands open. Instead of clenching your fists when you feel things slipping away, open your hands and let God know that it is all his. That is a very powerful message!
“We never get to a point where we can do life apart from complete and total daily dependence on Jesus,” Story admits. “The irony is the less control we have, the more peace we have and the more, I would even say, success and joy we find. It’s a contrary picture to what the world tells us, but it’s gaining through letting go.”
Open Hands is the follow-up to 2013’s critically-acclaimed God of Every Story, and in the years that have passed since her last release, Story has given birth to twins, making their brood a family of five. Now, as a mom to three kids—Josie, Benjamin and Griffin—the posture of “open hands” feels more necessary than ever before as she juggles ministry and motherhood.
Tracks on the Album:
Death Was Arrested
Open Hands
You Came Running
Give You Faith
For The Love Of My King
Awake My Soul (A 1000 Tongues)
Whisper
Every Word You Breathe
Majesty
Extraordinary
Grace Abounds
A parade of A-list songwriters, including Matt Redman, Matt Maher, Mia Fieldes, Hank Bentley, Sarah Hart and Seth Mosley, among others, pepper the album’s 11 tracks. Through writing sessions both alone and with others, Story began to gradually see this common thread of surrender emerge.
Give You Faith is a favorite of mine, it talks about how the greatest thing you can give your children, is faith. It is a very sweet ballad of a mother to her child. Laura talks about how she won’t be a perfect parent, she will let them down, disappoint them but, she will earn their trust and give them faith.
Story isn’t afraid to write about grace at work in the middle of unexpected, unexplainable situations. She can only write from experience and how she’s seen God redeem the darkest chapters of her own life. “My greatest goal is always for my story to encourage listeners to believe that they, too, can live out their faith in the midst of hard circumstances,” she says. “I truly believe that the songs we sing and the songs we write act as the soundtrack for people’s faith. So I want to give people the most substantial tools that give them the clearest picture of who God is and who they are in Christ.”
Another song I really like is, Grace Abounds. It talks about times when we feel the world is broken, when it feels like hope cannot be found. Sadly these days, feelings like that creep in far too often. This song addresses that and reminds us that even in the darkest times, Grace Abounds.
“When it feels like hope can’t be found, when we don’t even know how we’re going to put one foot in front of the other,” she continues, “Scripture teaches us that’s when grace abounds.”
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