Gospel Music News-Happy Martin Luther King Day
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1. Hope everyone has a great MLK day! I’m grateful for the sacrifices he made, not only for African Americans, but for all people. It’s important that his accomplishments, and the sacrifices of civil rights workers not be forgotten. Be sure to check out the Google logo. It’s in tribute to Dr. King.~Google, The King Center
2. Experience the ministry of Evangelist Regina Belle.~Regina Belle
3. Get in the Mixx with Nicee D’s BAMM Urban Mixx.~New Gospel Radio Show, WFDU
4. Mary Mandi, Cameroonian gospel singer from Kumba, uses gospel music to promote local culture.~Me Siki Ete
5. DeWayne Woods testifies to being healed of HIV.~Stellar Award Male Vocalist Of The Year
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Sunday Gospel!-Tye Tribbett-Still Have Joy
Now this is a praise party! Tye Tribbett always brings the mad energy. This video is over 7 minutes long! The song is "Still Have Joy" and it is on the Victory CD. Enjoy your Sunday and be sure to support Gospel Music by purchasing it and listening to it on the radio.
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Fab Five!!-Gospel Songs That Minister
Ever gotten to the point where you just didn’t know what to do, say, or even pray? Problems on the job, with the children, husband, wife, health issues or financial difficulty can cause feelings of despair and discouragement. This week’s Fab Five is a listing of gospel music songs that minister during the tough times. I believe God’s message to us through these songs is that we are loved unconditionally and His desire is for us to be blessed in the good times and bad.
1. Never Would Have Made It-Marvin Sapp-This is the top gospel song in the country right now and rightfully so. Marvin Sapp’s, Thirsty, album is full of great gospel songs that minister to the heart and soul. Only because of God’s grace are we “stronger & wiser”. I loved this song instantly when I heard it.
2. I Understand-Smokie Norful-I love the lyrics of this song. It’s great to know that God sees and understands what we go through. Even when others don’t understand, we can always count on God because he knows our hearts. Be sure to watch the video of Minister Stacy Johnson’s dance interpretation of this song on All About Gospel Music!!
3. Be Encouraged-Donald Lawrence & The Tri City Singers-Yup, sometimes you have to encourage yourself! Remember, God is a present help and He has given us what we need to encourage ourselves.
4. Faithful Is Our God-Hezekiah Walker-God is faithful! When we are disappointed in things, circumstances or people, we can rejoice in the fact that God is faithful to what He has promised.
5. You Are Not Forgotten/I Am Not Forgotten-Israel & New Breed-I love both these songs! “I Am Not Forgotten” is on the Alive In South Africa CD and is the more upbeat of the two songs. “You Are Not Forgotten”, sung with Jonny Lang, is a beautiful song with a laid back beat. I love the part of the song that says, “you are not just a face in the crowd, you are not a forgotten child”. God knows each of us by name and we are all special to him.
I hope you enjoyed this week’s Fab Five! What songs minister to you when you are going through difficult times? Post a comment to share your favorites.
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Gospel Music News
1. Joshua Nelson, a black Jew who sings Kosher gospel music, wants his music to educate people.~Joshua Nelson and the Kosher Gospel Singers
2. The winners for the 23rd Annual Stellar Awards were announced on January 12, 2008. Visit GospelFlava.com to see the winners list. If you want to wait until the show airs before you find out the winners, go to the Stellar Award website for the air times in your area.~DeWayne Woods & The Clark Sisters win awards
3. Allstate, the Gospel Music Channel and Gospel Music.~$$
4. BET’s Celebration of Gospel will be held Sunday, January 27th. Headliners will be Kirk Franklin, Yolanda Adams, KiKi Sheard, Israel Houghton, John Legend, and Patti Labelle.~Celebration of Gospel
5. Updates on Sunday Best winner Crystal Aikin and runner up Shari Addison from BET.~Sunday Best
