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Where Ya From?Episode 21Community Builds Up with LecraeRecognize those who paved the way alongside you.
She sang through betrayal, divorce, and death.
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Katy Perry’s ‘Dark Horse’ Prevails Over Christian Rapper’s LawsuitUPDATE: The pop star and her team no longer have to pay $2.8 million in damages in the copyright case.
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Pandemic Streaming Inspires New Filipino Christian Music LabelA division of Sony Philippines, Waterwalk Records is crossing genre and denominational lines to bring inspirational songs to the online masses.
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5 Ukrainian Worship Songs for War and PeaceIn the midst of violent conflict, Christians in Ukraine are still declaring their God is “Mighty to Save.”русскийУкраїнська
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An AI Aims to be First Christian Celebrity of the MetaverseBut for now, the gospel music algorithm still needs human help.
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It’s Hamilton’s World. We’re Just Living in It.The Broadway hit serves as a parable of the post-Christian West.
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Big Daddy Weave Bassist Jay Weaver Dies at 42Weaver, who lost both his legs in 2016, spoke and sung of God’s faithfulness during two decades of health struggles.
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Christianity Today’s 2021 Christmas Albums RoundupHere are our favorite new releases by Christian artists, including The Porter’s Gate, Chris Tomlin, and more.
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All I Want for Christmas Is a Song that Mentions JesusMost-played hits around the world celebrate love, snow, and chestnuts before getting around to Christ.
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We’ve No Less Days to Sing God’s Praise, But New Worship Songs Only Last a Few YearsA study finds an increasingly rapid turnover time for church music.Português
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Why Don’t We Sing Justice Songs in Worship?Let’s swap “sloppy wet kiss” for “break the arm of the wicked man.”
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I Went to Hollywood to Make My Own Music. Now I Make a Joyful Noise to the Lord.How a celebrity vocal coach changed her tune after encountering the truths of Scripture.
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1 out of 3 New Guitars Are Purchased for Worship MusicIndustry study says church bands are core business.
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mewithoutYou Does Not Exist (But Is Kicking Off Its Final Shows)The band reflects on 20 years of wrestling with spirituality and faith and making music.
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How Colleges Are Specializing Training for the Next Generation of Worship LeadersMore Christian music programs are accommodating students who want to play sanctuaries rather than concert halls.
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Mexican Worship Leader Layla de la Garza on the Power of ‘Sung Theology’Despite the lingering stereotypes, the Monterrey-based singer and minister set out to prove contemporary worship services can hold to the authority of Scripture.español
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The Mountain Goats’ Latest Pandemic Release Looks into the DarknessIn “Dark in Here,” singer John Darnielle explores a bleak but enchanted world—all the way back to the biblical story of Jonah.
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What I Want to Remember When English Churches Sing AgainWorship music is important, but God cares more about the heart.
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Patrons’ Saints: Christians Turn to Patreon, Substack, and KickstarterAs more evangelical figures embrace crowdfunding, is the format demanding too much of them?
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As Denominations Decline, Faith Looks Different in NashvilleIn the Music City, CCM sales outpace country albums.
Best-Of Lists
- The 2012 CT Music AwardsChristianity Today picks the top 12 albums of the year.
- Notable Sacred Music for 2012From ye olde classics to African-American spirituals to more modern fare, a versatile mix.
Top Story May 23, 2022
Investigation: SBC Executive Committee staff saw advocates’ cries for help as a distraction from evangelism and a legal liability, stonewalling their reports and resisting calls for reform.
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