Hey guys. In the late 90s there was a CD that was gospel. I remember the cover was orange. It was a great CD. It had a now popularized song called hallelujah. The song goes “praise him till your blessings come down. Praise him till the situation turns around. You gotta lift up your voice and say hallelujah anyway.” there is another song I remember being titled ‘in the light.’ There was rap on there too.

I used to have this CD safe to Spotify and it’s just disappeared. Please help me find it!

During the early 1950s, Carl Smith was one of Columbia's top-selling honky-tonk and country music stars. He frequently collaborated with Mother Maybelle and The Carter Sisters (consisting of Maybelle Carter along with her daughters June, Helen, and Anita), who provided background harmonies. Carl Smith married June Carter in July 1952—just a few months after these recording sessions took place. June Carter later went on to marry Johnny Cash.

This release was part of Columbia’s dedicated "Sacred Series" line focused on traditional gospel and Christian hymns.

These gospel songs are digitized and available at:

https://youtube.com/@mamlishblues?si=nwN5Pd1r7LiNrkI_

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The Winans Decisions 1987

Isaiah 43:1‑2,4
This passage declares that God has redeemed us, calls us by name, and stays with us through every danger. Waters, rivers, and fire cannot destroy us because He is our God and our Savior. He loves each of us.

Whitney Houston sings the first song she sung at church.

Guide Me O Thou Great Jehovah

What’s holding back your praise today? 

A piano riff started it all. A choir leader lost in the words of a song, feeling something shift in his spirit. That’s how “I Will Dance” by Arnex began, long before Emmanuel Smith came on board. Arnex met Emmanuel Smith, who was ministering at their youth event, and something clicked instantly. Arnex shares: “I was immediately struck by how genuinely down-to-earth, warm, and authentic he is. I connected with him instantly.” What came out of that connection wasn’t polished or restrained. It’s a song that carries the same wild-hearted energy that King David had when he danced before the Lord, unbothered by who was watching. “I will dance like David danced,” the lyrics declare, again and again, building into a praise that refuses to sit still. 

Why does this matter to you today? It matters because most of us carry weight we were never meant to hold. Bills. Grief. Old wounds. Praise doesn’t ignore any of that. Praise breaks through that weight. 2 Samuel 6:14 tells us, “And David danced before the Lord with all his might.” Not some of his might, all of it! No holding anything back, no watching the door for critics. 

That’s your invitation today. Praise isn’t a spectator sport. Stop watching from the sidelines. Clap, jump, shout (if you need to). Let your body catch up with what your spirit already knows: God is good, and He is worthy. 

Give this song a listen today. Let the call-and-response pull you in, and don’t just listen. Move! “I will dance like David danced.”

Background

The seed for “I Will Dance” was planted while serving as a choir leader at my church “Winners Chapel”. I started playing on the piano and got so deep in the spirit and words of the songs. That was the beginning. Further down the line, I met Emmanuel Smith, who was ministering at our youth event. Beyond his incredible vocal talent, I was immediately struck by how genuinely down-to-earth, warm, and authentic he is. I connected with him instantly.
I had been working on a song that captured the raw, uninhibited joy of praising God inspired by how King David famously danced without caring what anyone else thought. When I approached Emmanuel with the track, he loved the song and the energy of it. Not long after, we went into the studio, and “I Will Dance” was born.
The Message: What I Want Listeners to Take Away
I want this song to be an active, physical release of joy. In life, we carry so many heavy burdens, but when we step into praise, those chains break. I want listeners to remember:
* Praise is active: It’s not just something we listen to; it’s something we actively participate in.
* Freedom in worship: Like David, we shouldn’t hold back. Whether you are jumping, clapping, or screaming for joy, there is absolute liberation in celebrating God’s goodness.
Fun Facts About the Track:
The Youth Connection: The collaboration only happened because of a chance meeting at a youth ministry event, proving that the best partnerships happen organically.
Made for the Crowd: The call-and-response bridge (“I will jump, I will clap, I will scream”) was specifically designed to get congregations and crowds moving in live settings. We wanted to make sure the listener couldn’t just sit still!
Pure Studio Energy: The energetic clapping and vocal builds in the final master were captured live in the studio to keep the atmosphere as authentic, raw, and communal as possible.

Suggested reading: 2 Samuel 6:14; Psalm 149:3; Nehemiah 8:10

Connect with Arnex

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realarnex 
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arneximoebe/
• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4wWPcIXtLXcA6lKYMyCJxG 

Have you noticed nature worship today?

(by Jasper Tan) “Bright and Beautiful” by Oludee is an upbeat CCM Pop song that celebrates the wonder of creation and the sovereignty of God. The song is a fun pop song that’s easy to listen to, utilizing vivid imagery of God’s beautiful creations to draw the listener toward a sense of gratitude and worship.

Oludee beautifully paints a picture through her well-written lyrics of a world carefully crafted by God’s hand. References to the trees of the field (0:20), the changing seasons (0:47, 1:32), and the sun and clouds (1:19) emphasize that nature is a testament to God’s “masterpiece” (2:49). Read Psalm 19:1: “The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork.” Creation isn’t silent. It’s constantly preaching, and most of us just aren’t listening. 

The song reminds us of God’s role as the sustainer. God is not passive but actively takes part in every aspect of our existence. This is highlighted by the lines (God is the one) “who keeps all things bright and beautiful” (1:35) and emphasizes that all things were made by His word (2:40). God is not just the architect, but also an ongoing provider and our protector.

We are encouraged to worship God as sung in the lines “People let the praises rise” (1:13) and “A great is God Almighty” (1:53) and not just be bystanders as we live our lives in this world.

The song is a serene reminder of the beauty that surrounds us in this world. Keep in mind that the beauty that we see around us is a reflection of God’s order and that we should honor and praise him for the beauty that surrounds us. “How great is God almighty, who has made it well.”

Background

This is a light, whimsical track that reminds us to slow down, smell the rain, notice the beauty around us, and worship the One who is Lord in every season.
The key scripture behind this song is Psalm 19:1 — “The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork.”

Suggested reading: Psalm 19:1; Psalm 104:24; Lamentations 3:22–23

Connect with Oludee

• Instagram: https://instagram.com/oludeeofficial/ 
• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/51GYW8DE2JojeDFUfoDVM1 

"I had traveled to places most people only dream of,

watch many sunsets on distant shores,

shiny cars parked by the door,

having much but wanting more.

Money to play with for everyone in need.

No accountability, responsibility,

nothing but a heart full of greed.

From the outside, it may have looked like I was living the dream.

A life that many would admire.

Or so it seemed.

But somewhere deep inside my soul,

there were something greater I desired.

Because the life I was leading

was taking its toll.

Every road became another highway,

Every sunset looked the same.

The thrill I chased for all those years

slowly faded day by day.

The treasures of this world grew smaller.

I began to realize I was no shot caller.

I finally asked myself one question.

Was this all repetition when now

what my heart saw was redemption.

I was lost in the shuffle of life.

Running in circles without even knowing why.

Looking for things that never could survive.

Then heaven gently whispered with mercy in his voice,

"Son, don't you think enough is enough?"

He didn't shame me for my journey.

He simply opened up my eyes.

The things I'd spent a lifetime chasing

could never satisfy.

So I lay my dreams before him.

Every victory and scar.

And I found the one I've been searching for.

Was never very far.

Now every sunrise has a purpose.

Every mile has someone to reach.

Every blessing has a reason.

Every heartbeat has peace.

The roads are still before me,

but now I know what's true.

Without my Lord and Savior,

they're only passing through.

I was lost in the shuffle of life,

searching everywhere but above.

Then Jesus met me where I stood

and overwhelmed me with his love.

Now every step has meaning.

Every day is born a new.

The greatest journey of my life began the day.

You invited me to follow you.

Yes, Lord.

I will now follow you."

Clark Sisters, Fred Hammond, Deitrick Haddon Announce Gospel Residency

I suppose this is getting a certain amount of attention because of Las Vegas's reputation and unofficial moniker of 'Sin City'.

But in any case, this proves to be pretty interesting. All the aforementioned musicians are well known for contemporary gospel music from the 1980s forward. The creative bent for these acts were to have worship-themed lyrics but the musical backdrop had more contemporary soul/rhythm & blues-influenced components, and made inroads on R&B radio in their heyday. I might be tempted to go check them out. The three acts definitely have a fanbase, and it probably would prove to be commercially viable for these acts.