Genre: Pop/Rock, Worship
Members: Mac Powell (vocals, guitar), Mark Lee (guitars), Tai Anderson (bass), David Carr (drums)
For fans of: Hootie & the Blowfish, The Wallflowers, Big Tent Revival, Steven Curtis Chapman, The Black Crowes
Label: Essential Records

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Today I found myself after searching all these years And the man that I saw wasn't at all who I thought he'd be I was lost when you found me here I was broken beyond repair Then you came along and sang your song over me Feels like I'm born again, feels like I'm living For the very first time in my life.

Every believer can relate to those words. We've all had those times of confusion, hurt and disillusionment that have been replaced by the sweet comfort that comes from the loving hand of our heavenly Father. Those lyrics from "Born Again," one of the compelling new songs on Third Day's new album Revelation, once again demonstrate the band's ability to create music that captures the complexities of the Christian walk.

With his heart on his sleeve, lead vocalist/principal songwriter Mac Powell gives voice to the emotions all believers feel as they attempt to reconcile everyday struggles with the hope born of salvation. Songs like "Run to You," "Born Again," "This Is Who I Am," and the first single, "Call My Name," are like musical stepping stones on the band's personal journey.

"When you get older in your faith, you don't necessarily have fewer questions," confesses Powell. "I used to get mad at myself when I'd have questions about my faith, but I've learned through the years that God has answered so many of those. Sometimes it's not right away, sometimes it is years before you get the answer, but He's proven Himself. Now when I have questions, I get excited about it, not angry at myself, but excited because I know that God's going to show me something new."

In writing and recording the music on Revelation, the men in Third Day came to terms with the fact they don't have all the answers, but they know the One who does, and they can glean comfort and peace in that knowledge. "Sharing God's love with people has always been core to us," says drummer David Carr. "We want to reiterate that God loves us. That is a concept that should never get old."

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