In the Christian music industry, Casting Crowns do not need an introduction. Mr. Hall, who is the front man for the band created a "monster of praise" when he stepped out in faith and gathered the saints of this marching band to the streets. Carrying too many nominations to mentions and a room full of awards received, this chart topping crew has again created a fantastic conglomeration of life issues both inside and outside of the church. Come To The Well, which is available for purchase October 18, 2011 is sure to win several more marks on the nomination board for the Crowns.
Radio stations are continually playing their first hit release off the album Courageous, which was written as the theme song for the recently released film Courageous. This film reaches out to Fathers and Husbands to take a stand and be courageous in the strength and the power of the spirit of God inside of them to protect and lift his family up. It pleads with men to be full of integrity and character and walk in humility before the Lord.
Echoing a message throughout the earth that resounds in all households regardless of choice of faith, it calls to the heart of the Father in a way that cannot be ignored. Incorporated into film, it would not surprise me if it spreads through mainstream radio in a similar fashion as their fellow crusaders for Christ, Mercy Me managed to do with "I can only imagine".
From their first platinum album simply titled, Casting Crowns to their tenth release they have managed to develop an expectancy in fans to deliver nothing but artistic brilliance and spiritually challenging messages. Come To The Well offers a rich new sound to listeners by delivering a variety of beautifully written lyrics with a distinctively different melody in each song.
The second track City on the Hill demonstrates the urgency toward the body of Christ to put aside our differences and incorporate the importance of the Cross. The availability of God’s saving grace to a world in desperate need of hope and peace. "Each one thought that they knew better, but they were different by design. Instead of standing strong together, they let their differences divide." The melody of this song is easily felt in the heart of the listener and will move you to tears and awaken the spirit of God in your life to put aside your differences and set your eyes on the prize of your faith.
Jesus Friend of Sinners, happens to follow up right behind the previous message. Speaking to the hearts of Christians to stop pointing out sin in the lives of sinners and begin to repent ourselves and pray for the lost and the hurting instead of judging others. "Jesus friend of sinners, break our hearts for what breaks yours. You love every lost cause, you reach for the outcast. For the leper and the lame their the reason that you came, Lord I was that lost cause and I was the outcast, but you died for sinners just like me, a grateful leper at your feet." Being very easy to relate to and having an extremely addicting melody this is quickly becoming my favorite.
It is comforting to know that our Lord already knows the plans He has made for us if we walk in submission to Him. Though it may not always be easy we can find some peace in knowing that He is Already There. This rock ballad reminds us that it’s all in His hands.
The Well touches the heart of those who are tired and looking for what is missing in their lives. "The world will try, but it can never fill, so leave it all behind and come to the well". It is a persuasive message that has the potential to bring many people who are saved but still broken to a place of freedom and full acceptance of the promises of God in their lives.
Sometimes as a Pastor it is a struggle to look out upon his congregation doing the best he can to be obedient to the Lord and yet still see so many people hurting and bound in their spirit. Spirit Wind speaks to the heart of those who face this kind of struggle and reminds us that God can speak to the dry bones and raise them up again no matter what the situation looks like. God is able.
Spirit Wind Lyrical Video
Displaying very emotive lyrics of the heart from three different life situations you will find Just Another Birthday, Wedding Day and Angel magnificent additions to this marvelous combination of encouraging messages. You may also be able to use these as tools for people who normally would not listen to Christian music.
If you want a song to get your heart pumping and your spirit revved up, My Own Worst Enemy delivers a punch to the CD that adds a little different seasoning.
They bring the CD to a close with two powerful ballads Face Down focuses on the importance of how the world sees us as followers of Christ and how being humbled at His feet, only relying on Him displays our trust. So Far to Find You, is the closing song that displays a powerful cry from God to each of our hearts to see how far He has come to find us. The longing desire He has to hold us in His arms and allow Him to love us. "But I can hear a voice, that’s whispering my name saying come to me, I am all you need and I am calling. Will you let me hold you with my arms tonight; will you take my love and give up the fight. I have come so far to find you."
For those of you who have been anticipating the release of Come to the well you will not be disappointed. It is a wellspring of life and motivational messages that will both challenge you and encourage you. It may even give you some insight to how you can reach someone you know that is discouraged and needs a light to shine through to them.
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