A group of talented female vocalists turned in an outstanding performance of a lovely folk song.

Folk music is a highly underappreciated genre. It’s not generally the catchiest or the most upbeat music in the world. The lyrics often also tell stories of times that have long since passed. For those reasons, folk music is often not played or heard on the radio. 

However, despite the lack of respect and awareness of folk music, it’s still performed by talented musicians. In a video posted to YouTube, the group Celtic Woman sings the tune “The Dawning of the Day.” All four women in the group are unbelievably gifted, putting their substantial musical talents on full display.

The women, with their spectacular voices, significantly elevate a song with mundane and, frankly, boring lyrics. “The Dawning of the Day” is about a young woman waking up in the morning, going about her day and encountering a man who wishes to marry her.

“A milking pail was in her hand
She was lovely, young and gay
She wore the palm from Venus bright
By the dawning of the day”

However, as great as the vocal performances are, the clip’s visuals are the real star of the video. The video opens with a breathtaking shot of the four women standing on a hilltop as the sunrises behind them. 

From that point forward, viewers get stunning views of the gorgeous landscape. Waves crash on the land, making for a marvelous and picturesque setting. The scenery, at times, appears almost too perfect to be true. 

In addition to the musicians, the landscape, with its crashing waves, bright-blue waters and stunning mountains and hills, is basically another performer in the clip. The scenery enhances the quality of the video considerably. 

Romans 1:20 “For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse.”

A former winner of The Voice beautifully performed a tune about waiting and holding onto the promises of God.

Life can be a difficult and trying experience, often filled with overwhelming situations. It can reach the point where daily life feels like nothing more than a constant, losing struggle. But despite all the difficulties, pain and heartache, there is One who has said He will never leave or forsake us.

In a video posted on YouTube, Todd Tilghman sings about enduring awful situations, trusting in God and believing that whatever may happen, God has a plan. In the opening verse of “Still to Come,” Todd mentions how he understands his present struggle is momentary. But he is still trying to hold on and fight through it.

Then the song’s uplifting and encouraging chorus reminds listeners that God has more planned. He has not left our side, even though it may have sometimes felt like it. The struggle is not in vain. God will use the present situation to His glory. 

“’Cause the glory’s still to come
Despite what’s here right now
And the clouds are sure to break
Even if I don’t know how”

In the song’s second verse, Todd sings that no matter how difficult things may get, he will not give up or throw in the towel. Forever and always, he will continue to press forward, even if going on means crawling. 

He also adds that he is unsure of what is ahead of him in life. There may be more pain and heartache in his future. But he knows that God is with him throughout all of it. He also understands that the “glory’s still to come.” 

Life is an unpredictable series of events. But with the belief and understanding that God will never leave our side and will use it all to his glory and honor, those hardships are much more bearable. 

John 1:14 “And the Word was made flesh, and took a place among us for a time; and we saw his glory – such glory as is given to an only song by his father – saw it be true and full of grace.”

Watch this great video of the group called Redeemed Quartet performing the song ‘He’s In The Midst.’

“He's in the midst of our storm. He's in the valley we walk through.
Where two or three are gathered in His name, He'll be there too.
When you feel so all alone, He is standing next to you.
He's with us now, our Lord, He's in the midst.”

What a wonderful song with a beautiful message. “In spite of turmoil that comes our way each day via our news sources, there is One who walks with you in the very center of your storm!” writes the Redeemed Quartet in the caption of their music video. “He’s just a prayer away if you call in faith!”

Then the group shares Matthew 18:19-20: “Again I say unto you, that if two of you shall agree on earth as touching anything that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in heaven. For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.”

Many people online were touched by this performance of ‘He’s In The Midst’ and shared their thoughts.

“Amen...it's so wonderful to know that Jesus is always with us, thank you guys for that beautiful song. God bless you all,” comments one person after watching the video.

“Love this new song! The fingerprints of our great God are all over it,” writes another person online. “Thank you dear brothers, for using your awesome voices, to sing praises to our Lord.”

Based in the state of Indiana, the Redeemed Quartet is a professional Southern Gospel group made up of four best friends and brothers. They have had the privilege of sharing their country-styled Southern Gospel music with a local, national, and international audience, and their music offers hope and encouragement to all who hear it.

We hope you enjoyed their performance of ‘He’s In The Midst’ today!

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In a harmony of voices, the Collingsworth family sing, ‘What A Friend We Have In Jesus.’ You don’t want to miss this precious performance. Gathered around the piano in their home, the family’s faces shine bright with their love of Christ. 

If you haven’t heard of the Collingsworth family, you are in for a real treat. Husband and wife, Phil and Kim began performing at a church camp in 1986. Over the years, their of love worship expanded into full time ministry as they expanded their family. In early 2,000 Kim and Phil decided to go on tour full time. 

Today, the Collingsworth family includes, Brooklyn Rose, Courtney Noel, Phillip Jr., and Olivia Diane. They praise God for expanding their ministry and believe God answered their prayers. On their website they wrote, “Each Tuesday evening, they hold a private prayer meeting in their home for the specific purpose of praying for the salvation of their children and the expansion of their ministry.” They added, “Phil & Kim’s entire purpose is to give the talent God has loaned them back to their Creator as a sacrifice of praise.”

The performance in this video reflects the long hours of dedicated practice and their love of Christ. Each family member sings in several different octaves and keys. Together they create a harmonious, heavenly sound as they sing:

What a Friend we have in Jesus, all our sins and griefs to bear!
What a privilege to carry everything to God in prayer!
O what peace we often forfeit, O what needless pain we bear,
All because we do not carry everything to God in prayer.

May God continue to use the Collingsworth family to pour praise and worship into the lives of others as they bear witness to the wonderful friend we have in Christ. We hope you enjoyed this uplifting performance. 

This is My commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one's life for his friends. You are My friends if you do whatever I command you,” John 15:12-15.

Listen to this amazing cover by husband and wife duo Caleb and Kelsey of the worship song ‘Pieces’ from Bethel Music.

“Unreserved, unrestrained, Your love is wild, Your love is wild for me, it isn't shy, it's unashamed
Your love is proud to be seen with me, You don't give Your heart in pieces, You don't hide
Yourself to tease us, uncontrolled, uncontained, Your love is a fire burning bright for me
It's not just a spark, it's not just a flame, Your love is a light, that all the world will see”

What an incredible song and this cover from Caleb + Kelsey is just wonderful! Their harmonies are beautiful, and they share the message of this song in such a lovely way.

“Beautifully done! Powerful!” one person writes online after watching the music video.

“Your content is always so authentic and genuine,” another person shares on Caleb + Kelsey’s YouTube page.

The song ‘Pieces’ from Bethel Music is an amazing description of God’s love for us. The lyrics are a great reminder that our Heavenly Father loves us without limit. Even when we sin and mess up, he simply and purely loves us. He never stops pursuing us.

When it comes to the singers in this music video, Caleb and Kelsey Grimm are a husband and wife duo that share a love of music. They are from Nashville, TN and are known for their original arrangements of modern worship songs, Christian hymns, and duets of some of the most popular love songs out there. With over 65 million YouTube views and several #1 selling albums, their music is resonating deeply with their continuously growing fanbase.

We hope that you enjoyed listening to their cover of ‘Pieces’ today, and may the song remind you of God’s love for you today and always. Remember that His love is unchanging, unfailing, and unconditional.

Check out this talented bluegrass family band perform their rendition of the song ‘Amazing Grace.’

“Amazing grace how sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me, I once was lost
But now I'm found, was blind but now I see, t'was grace that taught my heart to fear
And grace my fears relieved, how precious did that grace appear, the hour I first believed”

This music video of ‘Amazing Grace’ features The Brandenberger Family and their wonderful Bluegrass harmonies.

“Here is one of the most popular hymns ever written,” The Brandenberger Family writes in the caption of their YouTube video. “We hope you enjoy Amazing Grace in our series of gospel music videos.…and sing along!”

The family band is singing and playing their instruments outside a church, and their rendition of this classic hymn touched the hearts of many people online.

“Words fail me. Simply Amazing,” one person writes online after watching the video. “My favorite rendition of this great old hymn.”

“This was so good! Awesome harmonies and musicianship!” another person comments on YouTube.

There is a reason the hymn 'Amazing Grace' remains a favorite hymn for so many people. The powerful lyrics remind us that because of Jesus, none of us are ever lost because God is with us always.

The author of this hymn was John Newton, and he wrote this song after safely landing in Donegal, Ireland after being caught in a ferocious storm at sea. This safe arrival would mark the start of his return to Christianity.

Up until the point of coming to Ireland, John Newton was involved in the Slave Trade. In 1748, Newton was traveling from Africa to Liverpool and got caught up in an awful storm. The weather conditions were so severe that Newton called out to God asking for mercy.

The ship safely reached Ireland, and that event marked the beginning of John Newton’s spiritual conversion. He started to read the Bible, got out of the Slave Trade, became an Anglican Priest, and ended up writing many hymns, including ‘Amazing Grace.’

We hope that you enjoyed listening to The Brandenberger Family’s rendition of ‘Amazing Grace’ today.

One young woman delivers a beautiful performance of a song about blessings, trials and God’s unending and magnificent love.

In life, everyone will encounter hardship and trying circumstances. At one time or another, it will happen to all people. Problems and issues have a way of reaching everyone. Of course, no one enjoys going through difficulties. They make life unpleasant and uncomfortable. But what if those trials, hardships and painful experiences were all part of God’s plan?

In a video posted on YouTube, Hannah Elizabeth covers the song “Blessings,” a tune originally performed by Laura Story. The song works from the idea that difficulties and problems have a distinct purpose. God may be using them for His perfect plan and will.

The song’s opening verse mentions that everyone prays and asks the Lord for the good things in life. We ask Him for peace, safety and prosperity. Most, if not all, Christians will also ask God to remove any and all struggles and burdens from our lives. 

However, the lyrics in the chorus ask listeners to consider the possibility that God is working to bring about something better and greater with those pains and heartaches.

“’Cause what if your blessings come through raindrops
What if Your healing comes through tears
What if a thousand sleepless nights are what it takes to know You’re near
What if trials of this life are Your mercies in disguise”

Near the song's conclusion, the singer reminds listeners of what is yet to come. While time on Earth may be punishing, at times, filled with all sorts of painful circumstances, this is not our eternal home. There is something much better that awaits those who belong to Christ. 

James 1:2-4 “Let it be all joy to you, my brothers when you undergo tests of every sort; because you have the knowledge that the testing of your faith gives you the power of going on in hope; but let this power have its full effect, so that you may be made complete, needing nothing.”

Check out this live performance of Jean Shepard singing the song ‘If I Could Hear My Mother Pray Again.’

“How sweet and happy seem those days of which I dream, when memory recalls
Them now and then and with what rapture sweet my weary heart would beat
If I could hear my mother pray again, if I could only hear my mother pray again
If I could only hear her tender voice as then, how happy I would be”

This video was recorded in the summer of 2011, just after Jean Shepard was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.

“Jean has always been one of my favorite singers. Such a beautiful sweet voice, not forced or straining, just from her heart,” one person comments on YouTube after watching the video.

“Wow, country music at its best,” another person writes online.

Jean Shepard had a music career that spanned more than six decades, and she had released 73 singles to the country charts during that time. Jean was also part of the Grand Ole Opry cast for 60 consecutive years, making hers the longest tenure of any female member.

“I had a hard life, but it was a good life. I had a wonderful mother and daddy. I chopped corn and I picked cotton. And it didn’t hurt me a bit,” Jean shared when reflecting on her life. “But every Saturday night, we’d take an hour off and turn on an old radio and listen to the Grand Ole Opry. That’s how I came about country music – and loved the sounds that came out of that radio.”

Jean did a wonderful job with this performance of ‘If I Could Hear My Mother Pray Again,’ which was written by John Whitfield "Whit" Vaughan as a tribute to his own mother, Clara Beady Burgess-Vaughan. We hope you enjoyed listening to her rendition today!