Francesca Battistelli Teases New Songs

Posted by on April 28, 2026, 6:00 am in general

Contemporary Christian artist Francesca Battistelli teased new music in her fan newsletter, which she sent out on April 16. She has not pursued music full-time for years, choosing to focus on her faith, her marriage, and her children. Although she was featured on fellow contemporary artist Natalie Layne's "All Joy" in 2025, her last fully original song was "God Is Good" in 2021. She hasn't toured since 2019, making only occasional appearances, such as surprising fans at Brandon Heath's "Opry Country Christmas" set and co-hosting and performing on GMA's "Let Us Adore Him, A Christmas Celebration." Although Battistelli has not specified what we should expect, her newsletter comments strongly indicate that new music is coming our way. In it, she says, "Songs have been stirring, and I have[...]

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Benjamin William Hastings and Aodhan King Announce New Album

Posted by on April 26, 2026, 6:00 am in new-releases

Award-winning worship leaders and songwriters Aodhán King and Benjamin William Hastings officially announce their collaborative project, Happy To Be Here, born out of a 10-day writing and recording session between the longtime friends. Today, they released the second song, "Saturday," from the anticipated project. Listen to the new track and pre-save the album ahead of its May 29 release (Anotherland/Capitol CMG). "Saturday" lives in the in-between. It is the quiet, uncertain day between the cross and the resurrection. The song captures the tension of trusting God when nothing seems to be happening. It reflects the space between the worst thing that's ever happened and the best yet to come, a season that can feel like it lasts forever. Marked by waiting, wrestling, and faith in the dark, "Saturday" is a reminder not to give up. Even in the silence, something is unfolding[...]

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Uprise Festival Announces 2026 Festival Lineup

Posted by on April 26, 2026, 6:00 am in events

Uprise Festival, one of the premier Christian music festivals in the nation, has announced its 2026 festival lineup. The two-day event will feature more than 40 artists and speakers, with Brandon Lake, Skillet, TobyMac, CeCe Winans, Crowder, and more set to appear at the Shippensburg Fairgrounds on September 11-12, 2026. "There's something special about the Uprise Family coming together," said Uprise Festival Director Scott Brown. "It's more than a music festival, it's an experience." "My favorite thing about Uprise has always been the fans," John Cooper of Skillet recently added. "They've always been extremely energetic." The festival will include music across multiple stages, along with a kids program, petting zoo, inflatables, vendors, and other activities designed to create a full weekend experience for families, youth groups, churches, and fans. Tickets and more information are available now at UpriseFest.com.[...]

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Bailey Thompson Steps into Reflective Worship

Posted by on April 26, 2026, 6:00 am in new-releases

Bailey Thompson unveils her newest single, "Threshing Floor," a deeply personal and spiritually rich release that marks a clear pivot from her signature honest pop sound into a more reflective, worship-driven expression. Rooted in Scripture and shaped by a season of personal refining, the song invites listeners into a posture of surrender, trust, and patient faith in God's timing. Inspired by a woman's Bible study on the book of Ruth, "Threshing Floor" centers on the powerful image of Ruth waiting at Boaz's feet--an act of quiet faith and bold surrender. That moment became the foundation for the song's message, capturing what it means to lay down striving and remain faithful in seasons where God's work is unfolding beneath the surface. The song was written during a time when Thompson herself was walking through what she describes as a "threshing floor" season--one marked by[...]

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Kirk Franklin Honored with SoundExchange Award

Posted by on April 26, 2026, 6:00 am in general

Contemporary gospel icon Kirk Franklin has earned a SoundExchange Hall of Fame Award, recognizing him as one of the most-streamed artists in the organization's 20-plus-year history of administering digital performance royalties. "Kirk Franklin's music has inspired generations, and his voice continues to elevate spiritual music around the world," said Michael Huppe, President and CEO of SoundExchange. "We're honored to recognize Kirk with a SoundExchange Hall of Fame Award and to celebrate a trailblazing career that has expanded the reach and influence of inspirational music across music and culture." "I'm truly grateful for this honor," said Kirk Franklin. "I'm humbled to be included in the Hall of Fame, and I share this moment with everyone who's supported gospel music and kept the message moving forward. Thank you to SoundExchange for the work you do every day to advocate for artists and make sure creators are paid[...]

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If You Try You Risk Failure (If You Don’t You Guarantee It) Song Lyrics – Fearless Motivation

Posted by Fearless Motivation on April 27, 2026, 4:15 am in Motivational & Workout Music, Motivational Speeches, Videos - Motivational

If You Try You Risk Failure (If You Don’t You Guarantee It) Song Lyrics – Fearless Motivation, Pendo46 & R Reed Listen to the song “If You Try You Risk Failure” now, on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Deezer or YouTube Music If You Try You Risk Failure (If You Don’t You Guarantee It) Song […]

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Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes – Fearless Motivation & R Reed – Lyrics

Posted by Fearless Motivation on April 6, 2026, 2:46 am in Motivational & Workout Music, Videos - Motivational

Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes – Fearless Motivation & R Reed – Lyrics Listen to the song “Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes” now, on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Deezer or YouTube Music Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes – Fearless Motivation, R Reed, Pendo46 – WATCH: LYRICS: Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes – Fearless Motivation […]

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Overcome – Lyrics – Fearless Motivation, R Reed, Pendo46

Posted by Fearless Motivation on March 9, 2026, 1:29 am in Motivational & Workout Music, Motivational Speakers, Motivational Speeches, Music, Videos - Motivational

Overcome – Lyrics – Fearless Motivation, R Reed, Pendo46 Listen to the song “Overcome” now, on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Deezer, or YouTube Music Overcome – Fearless Motivation, R Reed, Pendo46 – WATCH: LYRICS: Overcome – Fearless Motivation, R Reed, Pendo46 They said “sit down”… I broke that chair They said “slow down”… I […]

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Still Hungry (Lyrics) Fearless Motivation

Posted by Fearless Motivation on March 2, 2026, 1:32 am in Motivational & Workout Music, Music, Videos - Motivational

Still Hungry (Lyrics) Fearless Motivation Listen to the song “Still Hungry” now, on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Deezer or YouTube Music LYRICS: Still Hungry – Fearless Motivation They say my moment passed… But my dream’s still calling They said I wouldn’t last But I’m stronger than the strongest I’ve learned from my past I’m […]

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I’M ALL IN (Lyrics) Fearless Motivation

Posted by Fearless Motivation on February 23, 2026, 2:18 am in Motivational & Workout Music, Videos - Motivational

I’M ALL IN (Lyrics) Fearless Motivation Listen to the song “I’M ALL IN” now, on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Deezer, YouTube Music or download the full extended album here. I’M ALL IN (Lyrics) Fearless Motivation LYRICS: I’M ALL IN – Fearless Motivation One shot One kill No luck All skill Shot down Back up […]

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The Bible Gateway Blog Has Moved!

Posted by Bible Gateway on July 1, 2024, 6:32 pm in General

Please visit Bible Gateway: News & Knowledge for the latest articles and updates from Bible Gateway, including Bible-related news, information, and of course the reflections and excerpts you know and love from bestselling Christian authors, thinkers, pastors, and influencers.

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Dig deeper into the Story of God with Bible Gateway Plus

Posted by Bible Gateway on May 30, 2024, 7:33 pm in General

“‘In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth.’ When I think there was a day when a human hand first wrote those words, I am filled with awe. This sentence is a masterpiece of compression. It approximates as closely as words allow the instantaneous realization of an intent, the bringing into being of […]

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Savannah Guthrie on the “Bonus Commandment” and Two-Part Salvation

Posted by Bible Gateway on May 8, 2024, 12:13 pm in General

What is a favorite Bible passage of yours and why? Choosing your favorite verse is like choosing your favorite child – it’s kind of impossible! A verse I recite to myself often is, “I love the Lord for he heard my voice; he heard my cry for mercy. Because of this, I will call on […]

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How We Can Live Courageously in a World Full of Suffering

Posted by Guest Post on May 7, 2024, 11:00 am in General

By Matt Chandler If you and I are going to be Overcomers and live courageously in this mess, it’d be helpful to understand some of it. After we see ultimate reality in Revelation 4–5, in Revelation 6 we get more help seeing behind all the mess. We get some good news about how we can […]

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How ‘All the Genealogies of the Bible’ helps bring clarity on God’s love for us

Posted by Bible Gateway on April 25, 2024, 9:45 am in Bible Gateway Features, Bible Gateway Plus, General

Have you wondered if the Bible’s genealogies are an important part of Bible study? Many of us skim through the genealogies, but they are important and play a part in how we can come to understand the cultural nuances around the time of each person’s life in the Bible. That’s why we are introducing All […]

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