One of my favorite songs is Michael Card and John Thompson’s El Shaddai. First recorded by Amy Grant in the early 1980s on Age to Age. It became the first Christian album by a solo artist to go platinum. Beyond its success, the song has a depth that continues to speak to us today. El Shaddai reflects on … Continue reading El Shaddai – The God Who Sees
The Solid Rock
This spring at church we have been exploring the power of God to radically change lives in the series Transformed: From Sin to Salvation, Edward Mote, the English pastor who composed The Solid Rock (also known as My Hope Is Built), is a powerful example of such transformation through the redemptive power of the cross. Mote did not … Continue reading The Solid Rock
Death Was Arrested
I’ve always found the stories behind songs fascinating. While preparing for worship, I discovered a video about "the song Death Was Arrested by North Point Worship. It was written by Adam Kersh, Brandon Coker, Heath Balltzglier, and Paul Taylor Smith while at youth camp. Shortly before the camp, Brandon Coker had been visiting his uncle in St. Marys, Georgia. While … Continue reading Death Was Arrested
Worship – Heart of Worship
Matt Redman's hymn "The Heart of Worship" emerged during a challenging time for his church, emphasizing worship's essence beyond music and instruments. It highlights a call to return to genuine worship focused on God. The song invites participation and authentic expression of praise, reinforcing that true worship centers on God.
The Power of Hymns in Worship
Non-creedal churches use hymns to teach theology through systematic storytelling. Modern praise music often focuses on specific themes. Both styles, exemplified by the Gettys, shape worship and faith.
Holy Week Reflection 2023: The Power of the Cross
For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.
Holy Week Reflection 2023: Because of Grace
Because of grace...
God sent his son.
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16 ESV
The Dee Zone 