Christian music artist Michael W. Smith delivered a moving and emotional performance of “Above All,” a beautiful song about Christ’s powerful, life-changing love and mercy.

All have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God. Everyone on earth is a sinner, having willfully turned away from God’s teachings and commands. With arrogance and total disobedience, all chose their own way, disregarding God.

However, while we were still lost in sin and shame, God's love never stopped. Even while we were still sinners, God sent His one and only Son to die on the cross, taking all our sins and shame on Himself. He died, paying the ultimate sacrifice for us. The Bible says Christ demonstrated His wondrous, perfect, and astounding love for us by dying on the cross.

On Good Friday, we recognize and honor Christ’s painful, agonizing and horrible death on the cross. But Praise God, that is not where the story ends! 

Days later, on Easter morning, the grave was empty, and the stone rolled away. He arose from the grave, winning the ultimate and forever victory over sin, death and hell. 

Christ willingly gave His life for us, suffering death, even death on the cross, so that we may have forgiveness, know Him and have everlasting life. Christ did all of that for you and me! 

In a clip posted on YouTube, Michael W. Smith, backed up by an entire orchestra, plays the piano and sings “Above All.” It’s a song that perfectly captures Christ’s sacrifice on the cross and how he did it all for you and me.

 

“Like a rose trampled on the ground

You took the fall

And thought of me

Above all”

Christ paid a debt, one that we could never repay. He willingly did what no one else could do. Glory and honor to His name!

Luke 24:2-3 “And they saw that the stone had been rolled away. And they went in, but the body of the Lord Jesus was not there.”

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Listen to Crowder's "Grave Robber."

Listen to EmmanuelDaProphet's "VICIOUS CYCLE."

Listen to Danny Gokey's "Peace."

Listen to Chris Tomlin's "Precious Love."

Listen to Chris Tomlin's "It is Well."

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Listen to Chris Tomlin's "At the Cross (Love Ran Red)."

Listen to Chris Tomlin's "Ephesians 1:20-23."

Listen to Chris Tomlin's "Good Good Father/Great Are You Lord."

Listen to Passion's "Nada É Impossível Para Deus."

Prepare to be ministered in beautiful worship. The Passion Conference 2024 brings in some amazing worship songs for the new year. In this video we witness this generation turning to Jesus and it stirs our hearts in excitement about what God is doing. Check out Brooke Ligertwood moving 'Calvary's Enough' live performance.

This song is powerful and moving. It is a proclamation of Jesus’ sacrifice being enough no matter what we’ve done good or bad, everything He has done is greater than our sins and our accomplishments. I love how Brooke is on a stage in front of thousands of young people, but she is simply singing with such genuine and heartfelt worship leading, not performing. 

She is singing as we witness many young people kneeling in prayer and surrendering, confessing, and celebrating Jesus. It is inspiring to us at any age to see the work of the Holy Spirit today in this generation. We see a huge cross in the middle of the auditorium filled with young people around it. The visual reminds us of the power and the continued work of Christ today and always. He is the same God who was and is and is to come. This is just one moment of worship in one place in the world, picture how there are many believers across the world worshiping the one true Jesus. 

As we witness this stunning moment of praise, may it remind our hearts and motivate us in this coming year of 2025 that we have the joy of victory in Christ. His sacrifice is always enough. 

“And when they had come to the place called Calvary, there they crucified Him, and the criminals, one on the right hand and the other on the left. Then Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they do.” And they divided His garments and cast lots.” Luke 23:33-34

Listen to Chris Tomlin's "It is Well."

This YouTube video, ‘Be There For You’ is by Cochren & Co. The song is from their second album, Running Home, which came out in 2023. The album is about Michael Cochren returning to God and it is a good reminder for us all. 

Cochren & Co. is a contemporary Christian band led by Michael Cochren. After he finished school he started a band with his friends, later adding his wife Leah. In 2018, they signed with TobyMac’s Gotee Records and released their 1st single. They also made their debut at the Grand Ole Opry in June 2023. 

‘Be There For You’ is a song about someone being there for someone else. The lyrics remind us that we are not alone in this life and that we can find comfort in knowing that we don’t have to go through struggles all by ourselves. That other people are there and can help us through. 

In the video, Michael is on the keyboard and vocals and his band members are using different instruments such as a tambourine, drums, and a guitar. It appears that they are singing the song in a warehouse of some kind. The music is comforting as are the lyrics.

“Days fade in and leave the same

An endless battle, seems like nothing has changed

I wish I could tell you when this season will end

Better days are coming and I promise til then”

We can’t know when the bad days will end and things will get better but we do know that God walks with us through them and that he sends us other people to support us. We may go through struggles but better days will eventually come. 

“But they that wait on the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.” -Isaiah 40:31

The legendary Reba McEntire delivered an upbeat and energetic performance of a beloved and classic tune, “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot,” in a lyric video.

Everyone’s time on Earth is limited. It’s simply a momentary stop, with eternity awaiting all. As ironic as it may be, death is a part of life. It’s something that everyone will experience at one time or another. Sadly, most people’s lives have already been impacted by death, either by the passing of a friend or a family member. 

However, after that time on Earth has expired, everyone will find themselves spending eternity in one of two places. For those who follow Christ and adhere to His teachings and commands, death is not something to fear. Instead, passing from this world into eternity can almost be something to embrace.

In a clip posted on YouTube, the Queen of Country Music, Reba, performed “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot,” a tune that is a favorite of many. It’s about anticipating the moment when they leave this world and proceed to their eternal home.

“Swing low, sweet chariot

Coming for to carry me home

Swing low, sweet chariot

Coming for to carry me home”

However, instead of performing the familiar song in a way people have heard hundreds of times before, Reba makes it her own. She increases the song’s tempo, making it an upbeat, fast-paced and joyous tune about making it heaven. 

It’s exactly the kind of move you would expect from such a seasoned and professional performer. Prior to her vocal performance, understanding how well-known the song is, she encourages the audience to join in with her. 

Also, for those watching who don’t already know the words to the song about making your way to heaven, the lyrics are shown on the bottom of the screen throughout the clip. 

Reba’s performance perfectly captures the joy and happiness that will be present in the moment when we finally make it to heaven!

Psalm 105:2 “Let your voice be sounding in songs and melody; let all your thoughts be of the wonder of his works.”

The legendary Reba McEntire delivered an upbeat and energetic performance of a beloved and classic tune, “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot,” in a lyric video.

Everyone’s time on Earth is limited. It’s simply a momentary stop, with eternity awaiting all. As ironic as it may be, death is a part of life. It’s something that everyone will experience at one time or another. Sadly, most people’s lives have already been impacted by death, either by the passing of a friend or a family member. 

However, after that time on Earth has expired, everyone will find themselves spending eternity in one of two places. For those who follow Christ and adhere to His teachings and commands, death is not something to fear. Instead, passing from this world into eternity can almost be something to embrace.

In a clip posted on YouTube, the Queen of Country Music, Reba, performed “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot,” a tune that is a favorite of many. It’s about anticipating the moment when they leave this world and proceed to their eternal home. 

“Swing low, sweet chariot

Coming for to carry me home

Swing low, sweet chariot

Coming for to carry me home”

However, instead of performing the familiar song in a way people have heard hundreds of times before, Reba makes it her own. She increases the song’s tempo, making it an upbeat, fast-paced and joyous tune about making it heaven. 

It’s exactly the kind of move you would expect from such a seasoned and professional performer. Prior to her vocal performance, understanding how well-known the song is, she encourages the audience to join in with her. 

Also, for those watching who don’t already know the words to the song about making your way to heaven, the lyrics are shown on the bottom of the screen throughout the clip. 

Reba’s performance perfectly captures the joy and happiness that will be present in the moment when we finally make it to heaven!

Psalm 105:2 “Let your voice be sounding in songs and melody; let all your thoughts be of the wonder of his works.”

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