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February 26, 2025
In This Issue
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Christian Music & Entertainment
from The Atlanta Christian Web
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‘God Has a Plan for You That Exceeds Anything You Could Ever Imagine’—COLTON DIXON
Discusses His Single ‘UP + UP’
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“American Idol” alum and Dove Award-winning artist Colton Dixon has the #2 song for the second consecutive week on Billboard's Contemporary Christian charts with "Up + Up."
Colton spoke with ChurchLeaders regarding the song, which was inspired by Jeremiah 29:11.
He said the single came together more quickly than is normal for him and was “such a God thing.” The song centers on a Bible verse that Dixon has “always loved,” and which says, “‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the LORD, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.'”
“Trying to figure out what God’s plan is for our life, I feel like, has been a source of contention amongst a lot of people,” said Dixon. That’s why he believes the Holy Spirit led him to open up his Bible to Jeremiah.
Colton shared that, although he was raised in the church, he wasn’t really taught that God’s plans are meant to “prosper us.” Instead, he was taught that “in order to be a Christian, you’ve got to be poor. It’s like a poverty mindset versus a prosperity mindset.”
Click Here For The Full Conversation
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Billboard Magazine's Current Top Contemporary Christian
Music Chart
#1 (LW1) - Crowder
“Somebody Prayed”
(from Exile) (4 weeks at #1)
#2 (LW2) - Colton Dixon
"Up + Up"
(Single)
#3 (LW3) - Seph Schleuter
“Running Back To You“
(from Counting My Blessings)
#4 (LW4) - Megan Woods
“The Truth"
(Single)
#5 (LW5) - Brandon Lake
“That's Who I Praise"
(Single) (9 Weeks At #1)
Click Here For This Week's Top 25
Contemporary Christian Music Songs
| Exclusive K-Love Interview With Jamie MacDonald | |
Jamie MacDonald, the voice behind the new K-LOVE hit single, "Desperate," has made it to the top 10 on his week's Billboard Contemporary Christian Music charts. Jamie shares her powerful message of hope as she talks with Lauree about her gospel roots, her life journey, and how God provides a way even in the most desperate situations. Watch the K-Love interview now!
Click Here To Watch
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Metro Atlanta Christian Concerts & Family Events
Tuesday-Thursday, March 18-20
Resilience -
A Strategic Renewal Conference
At First Baptist Church of Woodstock,
11905 Hwy. 92, Woodstock, GA 30188
Shane & Shane, Vance Pitman, Jeremy Morton, Zach Meerkreebs, Mac Powell, Crawford Loritts, Thai Lam, Troy Keaton, Daniel Henderson, Nirup Alphonse. Rediscover Your Passion, Conviction, and Capacity for Ministry
There will be tracks for both pastors, church, leaders, as well as church members. This will be a time of powerful plenary presentations, life-giving corporate prayer, and practical workshops to rejuvenate, inspire, and awaken your passion for Jesus Christ and His mission!
www.theresilienceconference.com
Saturday, March 29
C.S. Lewis
"The Screwtape Letters"
at John A. Williams Theatre
at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre
2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy,
Atlanta, GA 30339
"A profound experience!" -
Christianity Today.
A battle is being waged for your soul! Witness a fast-paced, tour-de-force performance in this acclaimed adaptation of C.S. Lewis’ satiric masterpiece.
4:00 p.m. (770) 916-2852
www.fpatheatre.com
Thursday, April 3
Jenny Oaks Baker -
The Redeemer: Music on the
Life of Jesus the Christ
At Global Methodist Church
2500 Beaver Ruin Rd
Norcross, GA 30071
Celebrate Easter by experiencing this profoundly spiritual and stirring music centered around the life and redemptive mission of The Redeemer Jesus Christ. Grammy Nominated violinist Jenny Oaks Baker, narrator and tenor Dallyn Vail Bayles, soprano Lisa Zimmerman, bass Preston Yates, and cellist Sarah Noelle Baker join conductor Gregory Pritchard, Gwinnett Symphony and North Atlanta Interfaith Choir to present this inspiring multi-media concert event. Music by Emmy Award-winning composer Kurt Bestor features familiar hymns, soul- filling original compositions, & magnificent portions of Handel’s Messiah. 7:30 p.m.
www.bandsintown.com
Click Here For All Upcoming Concerts and Links For More Information
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Atlanta Christian
Radio Station Guide
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Top Contemporary Christian Stations
106.7FM, K-LOVE
104.7FM, Air1 Worship
93.3FM - The JoyFM
91.5FM - Victory 91.5
Top Gospel Stations
102.5FM - Praise 102.5
Top Southern Gospel Stations
90.7FM & 91.7FM - NewLife Radio
Top Religious Talk Stations
970AM - Faith Talk 970
Click Here For A Complete List of
Metro Atlanta Christian Radio Stations With Links To Their Official Websites
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Podcaster Tara-Leigh Cobble
shares how God is using 'The Bible Recap' to 'spark a fire' both inside and outside the Church - Click Here
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#1 - Ascension -
The Bible in a Year
(with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
#2 - The Bible Recap
(with Tara-Leigh Cobble)
#3 - Ascension - The Rosary in a Year
(with Fr. Mark-Mary Ames)
#4 - followHIM
(with Hank Smith & John Bytheway)
#5 - The Briefing
(with Albert Mohler)
#6 - SiriusXM - Joel Osteen Podcast
(with Joel Osteen)
#7 - Girls Gone Bible
(Angela Halili & Arielle Reitsma)
#8 - The Bible Project
(in depth Bible conversations)
#9 - Tread Lively
(Unashamed
with The Robertson Family)
#10 - Tim Keller Sermons Podcast
(by Gospel In Life)
Click Here For This Week's
Top 40 Christian Podcasts
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Author & Pastor
MAX LUCADO
"What Happens Next"
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Bestselling Christian author
Max Lucado is now in his 40th year of books making the best seller's list.
He has two more on this month's chart, “Experiencing the Heart of Jesus, Expanded Edition - A One-Year Bible Study to Help You Draw Closer to the Savior" up to #8 from #29.
“What Happens Next - A Traveler’s Guide Through the End of This Age" sits at #12 up from #19.
The pastor from San Antonio, Texas, talked about "What Happens Next" and the motivation behind writing the book and its main themes.
Lucado explains that he wrote "What Happens Next" to provide hope for believers today, stating:
"There's a heaviness in society today... There's a lack of hope, especially among teenagers, where the suicide rate is continuing to increase. Overall, the suicide rate is the highest it's been since World War II. We feel like we're trapped. We don't have a clear understanding. And my experience has been that clarity about the future grants courage for today."7
He emphasizes that the book's purpose is to encourage readers to focus on the future promised by God:
"According to the Bible, what happens next should be a source of great encouragement and hope. Jesus told His followers, and He tells us, 'Don't let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God. Trust also in me. In my father's house are many mansions. And if it were not so, I would not have told you. I'm going there to prepare a place for you.'"
Max also discusses how the book addresses the concept of the end times:
"All my life, I've been fascinated with what the Bible has to say about the end times. Only in recent years have I become obsessed with understanding what is about to happen."
He emphasizes that the study of end times should not be frightening but rather a source of hope and encouragement for believers
Click Here To Watch Full Conversation
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Christian Booksellers'
Top Christian Books
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#1 - John Mark Comer
“Practicing
The Way”
Be with Jesus.
Become like him.
Do as he did
#2 - Tara Leigh-Cobble
“The Bible Recap”
A One-Year Guide to Reading and Understanding the Entire Bible
#3 - Lysa TerKeurst
“Forgiving What You Can't Forget”
How to Move On, Make Peace with
Painful Memories, and Create a Life
That's Beautiful Again
#4 - Sarah Young
“Jesus Calling”
Enjoying Peace In His Presence
#5 - Lysa TerKeurst
“I Want To Trust You But I Don't”
Moving Forward When You're Skeptical of Others, Afraid of What God Will Allow,
and Doubtful of Your Own Discernment
Click Here For The Full List of This January's Best Selling Christian Books
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NIA ALLEN’S
'Sunshine' Is The Feel-Good Anthem You Need
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Nia Allen, known for her heartfelt gospel music, is bringing us a breath of fresh air with her single, “Sunshine,” featuring the talented Jor'Dan Armstrong. It's #1 on Billoard's Gospel Music charts for the second straight week.
You mentioned that the song was created to put a smile on people’s faces. When life feels overwhelming, what’s your personal go-to for staying uplifted and positive?
Yes, the song was certainly created to uplift the spirits of all who hear it and bring joy and a smile to people’s faces. To be honest, it is my faith and relationship with God that keeps me uplifted and positive. There’s a joy and a peace I’ve found in my own spiritual walk and journey, and I desire to spread that with others.
How did the collaboration with Jor'Dan Armstrong come about, and what was it like working with him on this project?
Working with Jor’Dan was amazing!! He’s an amazing artist, songwriter, and producer. We actually have the same management, and that’s how the collaboration came about. Jor’Dan had a wonderful song idea and track. They let me hear it, and I co-wrote the verses. We got into the studio, and that’s where the magic happened, and it all came together!
You've had the opportunity to lead worship in many powerful spaces. How does your worship leader's role influence how you approach writing and performing music?
No matter what space I’m in. My heart, purpose, and main goal are encouraging and inspiring others. Whether I’m leading worship, writing a song, or singing my inspirational song “Sunshine.” My heart and goal is to encourage others, from the lyrics that I write to the songs that I sing.
It’s my desire that someone would be inspired after hearing it. It really is about connecting with and serving the people. It’s about encouraging them right where they are. So, I take that heart and mentality everywhere I go and every time I sing.
Click Here For The Full Story
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Billboard Magazine's
Current Top
Gospel Music Chart
#1 (LW1) - Nia Allen & Jor'Dan Armstrong
"Pray For Me"
(Single)
#2 (LW4) - BeBe Winans
"Father In Heaven (Right Now)"
(Single)
#3 (LW5) - Chandler Moore
"Lead Me On"
(from Live In Los Angeles)
#4 (LW7) - Tamela Mann
"Deserve To Win"
(from Live Breathe Fight)
#5 (LW3) - Deitrick Haddon
"Never Be The Same"
(from One Night In California)
Click Here For This Week's Top 25
Gospel Music Songs
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Radio host, best selling author
Dave Ramsey
Tax Season 2025: What You Need to Know
Well. It’s about that time of the year again—tax season. Groan. From standard deductions and adjusted tax brackets to figuring out which tax credits and deductions you qualify for, it can be a lot to figure out everything you need to know to file your taxes.
Don’t worry, we’re going to dive into all of that, plus a few more changes you need to be aware of. First, let’s kick things off with the main details you need to know for the 2025 tax season:
Tax filing deadline: All tax returns must be filed by April 15, 2025. If you owe any taxes for tax year 2024, those also must be paid by this date.
Extension deadline: If you request a tax filing extension, then your new tax filing deadline is October 15, 2025. However, if you owe taxes for tax year 2024, that payment is still due on April 15 regardless of the extension to file.
Standard deduction increase: For tax year 2024, the standard deduction is $14,600 for single filers and $29,200 for married couples filing jointly.
Click Here To Read The Full Column
Click Here For The Full Story and More on Our Dave Ramsey Financial Peace Page Including A Complete List Of Area Radio Stations and TImes Where You Can Find The Dave Ramsey Show
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SGN Scoops Magazine Top 100
Southern Gospel Music Charts
#1 (LM3) - Ernie Haase & Signature Sound - "You'll Find Him There”
(from Live In Memphis)
#2 (LM4) - The LeFevre Quartet - “Things We Cannot Change”
(from Nobody Like Jesus)
#3 (LM2) - Brian Free & Assurance - “Grateful For The Gospel"
(from Grateful For The Gospel)
#4 (LM7) - The Collingsworth Family - “Praise The Lord” (from Classics & Hymns)
#5 (LM11) - The 11th Hour - “Rock Bottom” (from That's Who He Is)
Click Here For This Week's Top Southern Gospel Songs
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How to Build Moral Courage in Your Kids
By Jim Daly,
President of Focus on the Family
Respect, humility and courage – foundational to a happy, healthy society – have been diminished in our culture.
My wife and I aimed to instill those values in our boys, Trent and Troy, by enrolling them in Cotillion, an etiquette class that prepares children to interact with each other with manners as mature young men and women.
The boys were apprehensive, but I assured them, “Don’t worry, guys. They’ll mostly teach you table manners.” Boy, was I wrong. A good portion of the experience was about ballroom-style dancing. They were mortified. I still remember my oldest, Trent, glaring at me from across the room, his eyes saying, “Wait until I get a hold of you.”
Fortunately, it all turned out for the best. Those unexpected moments contributed to their growth as much as the planned lessons. Later, Trent told me, “That’s where I learned how to shake someone’s hand properly and look an adult in the eye.”
If you’re wondering how to raise children who are morally courageous, grounded in truth, and able to stand strong against the temptations of today’s culture, tune in to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly. My guest is author Jill Garner.
She helps parents raise children who are “morally courageous, grounded in truth, and fortified with self-respect.” She says children need GRIT, which she defines as “stubbornness with a purpose”:
Click Here To Hear The Full Conversation on Focus on the Family
Focus On The Family is heard on dozens of radio stations throughout Georgia.
Click Here To Find One Near You
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Atlanta Christian Artists
Click Here For Links To The Official Websites Of
Top Christian Artists From Metro Atlanta
National Artists
Click Here For Links To The Official Websites Of
Top Christian Artists From In And Outside Of Atlanta
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See the official music video of this week's #1 CCM song
by Crowder, "Somebody Prayed" - Click Here
See the official music video of the #1 Gospel Music song,
"Sunshine," by Nia Allen & Jor'Dan Armstrong - Click Here
See the official music video of the #2 CCM song and
by Colton Dixon, “Up + Up“ - Click Here
See a live performance on Good Day New York of the #2 Gospel Music song, "Father In Heaven (Right Now," by BeBe Winans - Click Here
See the official music video of the #3 CCM song by
Seph Schleuter, “Running Back To You“ - Click Here
See the official live music video of the #3 Gospel Music song, "Lead Me On"
by Chandler Moore - Click Here
Watch the official music video of the #4 CCM song,
by Megan Woods, "The Truth," - Click Here
See a live performance of the #1 Southern Gospel Music song,
by Ernie Haase & Signature Sound "You'll Find Him There" - Click Here
See the official music video of the #4 Gospel Music song,
"Deserve To Win" by Tamela Mann - Click Here
See the official music video for this week's #5 CCM song,
"That's Who I Praise," by Brandon Lake - Click Here
See the official music video of the #5 Gospel Music song,
"Never Be The Same" by Deitrick Haddon - Click Here
Click Here To Watch The Latest Top CCM & Gospel Music Videos
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'Live From Every Continent': Author Jennie Allen's February 28 Global Christian Event, Translated Live in 80+ Languages - Click Here
Georgia-based Baptist group joins lawsuit to keep ICE out of churches
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Your Whole Family Will Love Great American Family's New Program,
“Faith and Family Sundays”
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Update: Phil Robertson’s Heartbreaking Health Condition
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Christian podcaster Sadie Robertson Huff announces pregnancy with third child: 'Our hearts are so full'
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Ellie Holcomb’s New Book ‘Spring Sings’ Climbs To #1 On Children’s Easter Books On Amazon - Click Here
CAIN Releases New Book
"We're So Blessed" - Click Here
From shepherd to king: Prime Video’s "House of David" reimagines a timeless tale - Click Here
Georgia Baptists give nearly $9M to health care ministries - Click Here
Georgia Supreme Court Upholds State's 'Heartbeat' Law' For Second Time, but That's Not the End
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Why Actress Patricia Heaton Left Secular Career To Create Faith-Filled Content Like "The Unbreakable Boy"
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Amazon MGM Studios Acquires
‘The Chosen,’ Teases More
Faith-Based Content - Click Here
"Dead Sea Squirrels" Red Carpet Premiere with CCM Favorites
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'I Can Only Imagine 2' to begin production, will focus on MercyMe hit 'Even If' - Click Here
Justin Bieber Urges Fans To Turn To Jesus: 'God Always Grants Us Love' - Click Here
Rock Legend Alice Cooper Recounts How God 'Miraculously Delivered' Him from Alcohol Addiction - Click Here
'No Address' star Ashanti says faith can help combat homeless crisis: 'It's so important to have God in your life'
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Georgia churches join with others worldwide to host special guests on Tim Tebow's "Night to Shine"
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Rebecca St. James and Husband Cubbie Fink Release New Book
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Korn’s Brian ‘Head’ Welch Says Jesus Called Him to ‘Be a Light in the Dark’
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Brandon Lake’s Grand Ole Opry Debut—Must-See Duet with Jelly Roll - Click Here
Pastor Mike Jr. will Perform New Single "Proof" on the
"Tamron Hall Show" March 7
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Colton Dixon Releases "UP+UP" Live
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Megan Woods, Crowder and More Join FOX & Friends Weekend "Faith & Friends" Concert Series - Click Here
Atlanta Braves To Host Free Chris Tomlin Postgame Concert July 5
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Air1 Worship First Premiere: 'The King Is In The Room' Phil Wickham
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Anne Wilson Stops by Fire Station Playing Her Music and
Surprises the Crew - Click Here
Sidewalk Prophets Officially Drops Highly Anticipated 13-Track Studio Project, ‘Looking Up’
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Tamela Mann Sweeps NAACP Image Awards Outstanding Gospel/Christian Categories with Wins for Album
"Live Breathe Fight" and Song
“Working For Me” - Click Here
The Isaacs Release "(More Than A) Hollow Hallelujah" to Radio
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Elevation Worship and Brandon Lake Release New Song - Click Here
Riley Clemmons Surprises Fans with New Single “Runs Deep”
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Hannah Kerr Announces Pregnancy
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Cochran & Co to Make Television Debut on Fox and Friends
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Ryan Ellis Performs Viral Single "Better Days" on the "Tamron Hall Show"
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Terrian, Hannah Kerr Join Growing Performer Line-Up for the 13th Annual We Love Christian Music Awards
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Meet the Hosts of Your
2025 K-LOVE Fan Awards
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Gaither Gospel Hour Takes Over Huckabee Time Slot on TBN
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Greater Vision Announces
Group Changes
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Atlanta's Passion Music Releases "Call On Heaven (Come, Lord Jesus) – Live" Featuring New Music From
Passion 2025
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Christian/Gospel Music -
This Month's New Releases
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