This album of songs for corporate worship promises something different from the usual: “When Sojourn Music’s Kristen and Bobby Gilles suffered a stillbirth of their son Parker, God comforted them through his word, his spirit and his church. From this experience comes Parker’s Mercy Brigade, a collection of new worship songs to the Lord who …

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I’m not sure I’ve posted a link to this before or not, but it is very helpful. Part of the challenge of introducing new songs to corporate Christian settings is that many of the male composer/singers present their material in keys higher than most men are comfortable with. Particularly since pretty much everyone these days …

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Another summer in Australia includes public service television spots reminding everyone in rural areas to have a plan to deal with bushfire emergencies. After the fire has broken out it’s too late to develop a plan about how you’re going to respond to the threat. Tim Brister reflects on the lessons Christians can learn from …

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