The music video for this song features images from Boston and other tragedies. It's kind of a pop song but still hopeful and pleading for peace, knowing it will happen someday when Christ returns. Check...
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I have to say, it was quite a bit of creative thinking that resolves this one. It was lovely seeing the other O'Connors again. Julie Lessman writes well. However, it's not for everyone - if you skip...
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This is the second man-on-death-row-is-he-innocent? book I've read recently. (The other was Randy Singer's "The Last Plea Bargain") I thought this was well-written, but sad too. There's two twists...
Really inspiring | Posted September-30-2008
This album is really great. BTW, a few of the songs that Randy sings on this album were performed on John Hagee's Cornerstone Church broadcasts.
I like "Pray For The Fish" because it's funny. "When Mama Prayed" and "Three Wooden Crosses" are my favorites too. Something about Randy's voice just makes him right for those songs. "Jerusalem's Cry" is unique because it talks about Israel which is often overlooked in Christianity. Jews were the first to hear the love of Christ and we as Christians need to stand up for Israel. Amen!!
Absolutely the best!!! | Posted April-25-2009
I have to say, I love this album! Here's why;
What This World Needs: The message is clear, the tune is unusual, and the background kids are a neat touch. However, it is a little hard to sing along to.
Every Man: Also difficult to sing with, but rings true. If you ask me, it should be the theme song to a TV series portraying a week in the life of ordinary people with tough days.
Slow Fade: Really speaks to those out there who think that they can get away with just a little backsliding. Good for role models of any kind, although directed to dads. Reagan is cute.
East To West: Who hasn't had days like this? Feeling so close to falling. Good tune, vivid pictures in my head.
The Word Is Alive: A very uplifting song. Although the title brings up thoughts of "Eek! It's alive!!!" lol, it's very vibrant.
The Altar And The Door: Very catchy. I love singing along to it. Mark says he wrote it on the bus to Nashville on a 4 hour ride. It shouldn't have had a "fade out" ending though. I memorized it.
Somewhere In The Middle: Metaphorical and slow, but that doesn't hurt it any. Doesn't get all cliche (sometimes my writing does)
I Know You're There: A rare one where the female vocals get the spotlight all to themselves. It works well.
Prayer For A Friend: Quiet like a real prayer, a reflection. I memorized this one too. I know so many people like this.
All Because Of Jesus: After hearing their version and Fee's, I like theirs better. It has more pep. A great song too. Profound without using many words.
White Dove (bonus track): Sung in Korean and English. I couldn't really tell who's singing lead because it's such a different style song from their usual repertoire. A song about peace, a universal wish we all have. It works well and ends this CD off beautifully.
I can't wait to get a copy of this. (I borrowed it from the library.)
Background | Posted September-27-2008
Sometimes when I'm writing I put this CD on to inspire me. I remember I memorized the words to "crazy" and for a week or so it was my theme song. It's so true!!
Every song on the album is extremely well executed. The title song is poignant and the mood is quiet, something that not a lot of their songs have.
Hey Bets keep writing!!! | Posted September-27-2008
I love the songs "All I Need" and "Aimless". When I first heard the former on the radio, I really liked it. The intro pulls you in and the repetitive flow reinforces the point of the song. As for "Aimless" I like the way she makes it about two different people and then turns it into herself.
Loved every one | Posted September-27-2008
I loved every song on this album, but my favorite one is "Your Grace Is Enough". It's catchy and upbeat, and it sends a message that is simple but profound. "I Rejoice" also has those qualities. I think it's pretty neat that Matt wrote all the songs on this one, because now we have a bunch of new hits to choose from.
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