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NEW MUSIC
WORSHIP CENTRAL
Stir A Passion
He is on one track, and then asks the Holy Birmingham, UK based Worship collective, Seek," as she passionately calls for the Spirit of
Spirit to move within our hearts on the next. Worship Central's fifth worship release, Stir a God to overtake their time of worship. "Hope
The pads and electric guitar swells set up this Passion, is anchored by worship leaders Tim and Glory" wraps up the album in energetic
section perfectly. Hughes and Luke and Anna Hellebronth. The celebratory fashion as Tim Hughes sings
eleven-song worship collection was recorded passionately of the power that only Christ has
Brian Johnson leads the acoustic infused at the inaugural "The Gathering" conference to save us.
"Mighty Sound," which is a powerful reminder earlier this year. The central theme that runs that as sons and daughters of the King, we through the heart of the album is God's I really enjoyed this entire album. There
have armies of angels ready to sing and fight wonderful mysterious love and power for His are
for us. Bethel's version of the well-known people, and boasts some really well written worship, energetic songs of victory, and great
"Cornerstone," which is led by Reuben Morgan, songs and uplifting worship moments. musicianship and writing throughout. I really
is almost completely led by the congregation,
which is refreshing in and of itself.
wonderful
moments
of
spontaneous
appreciated the honesty and vulnerability of
Some of the standout songs include the many of these songs and the honest way they
opener, "Pray," which finds its lyrical foundation were presented. There were a few moments
If you are new to the idea of spontaneous in the Lord's prayer that is re-written in a fresh where the cliché monster began to raise his
worship, this might be an odd listen at first, and relevant way. Luke Hellebronth's sparkling ugly head, but for the most part these are
as it really is outside the box of what we have tenor, mixed with the driving rhythms and killer smartly written songs of praise. The guitar work
become accustomed to. If Bethel wanted a true electric guitar riffs, put this song over the top. was outstanding, and the mix was absolutely
"get-out-of-the-way-and-let-the-spirit-move"
spot on.
type of album, they accomplished it with this "All For Love" is a well-written exploration of
one. I appreciated the overall experience and the sacrifice of Christ. It begins in the garden
authenticity of the songs and those who wrote of Gethsemane, and ends victoriously at the
and led them, and I think you will too. Moments: cross. "Never Give Up" is a catchy toe tapper
Mighty Sound is a wonderful reminder that we about how God never stops chasing after the
need to stop every day to let God have his way hearts of those He loves. Anna Hellenbronth's
in us, and to have our own moments with Him. silky soprano takes over the mic for "O Lord We
June 2018
Gerod Bass
Worship leader in Tacoma, WA. Mentor with Worship
Catalyst. Singer, songwriter, guitarist with a passion
for impacting lives for the sake of the Gospel.
oslc.com
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