Ordinary words capitalized. That always felt like a way to say a lot with little to me. Jesus is good in the Now. I’m living in the Meantime. The latter was the inspiration for one of the more personal songs I’ve ever written. I was going through the heart-crushing of […]
Jars of Clay’s “Much Afraid” Turns 25 by Josh Balogh
Happy 25th Anniversary to Jars of Clay’s Much Afraid album! The Album’s Inspiration: Hannah Hurnard’s allegorical novel Hinds Feet in High Places. originally printed in 1955. The Album Themes: Fear, Frailty, Vulnerability, Growing up My Experience: Initially, I was disappointed that Much Afraid didn’t sound like the Self-Titled, but I […]
New book on parenting reveals the importance of fathers being the spiritual leaders of their families
NEWS SOURCE: The Adams Group For Immediate Release (Tacoma, WA) — A recent Barna survey revealed that 73% of U.S. parents are concerned about their children’s spiritual development. The survey also showed a majority (58%) of non-Christian parents are interested in ensuring their children have a healthy relationship with spirituality. […]
“My PlayStation 3 Games” – By Christopher Smith
Just for fun, I’d like to write about a hobby of mine — gaming! Specifically, video gaming (though I love strategic board games as well, possibly another time). On a recent JFH Podcast episode we joked about JFH covering video games, and in the back of my mind I’ve been […]
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR BOB GOFF TEACHES CHILDREN THAT THEIR DREAMS HAVE A PURPOSE WITH UPCOMING STORYBOOK “DREAM BIG FOR KIDS”
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR BOB GOFF TEACHES CHILDREN THAT THEIR DREAMS HAVE A PURPOSE WITH UPCOMING STORYBOOK “DREAM BIG FOR KIDS” Children’s Title Coauthored With Daughter Lindsey Goff Viducich Releases October 4 Via Tommy Nelson, Available now for Preorder San Diego, Calif. (August 18, 2022) – New York Times bestselling author Bob […]
Behind the Lyrics: “Grace Every Day” by Dan Loch
Every time I leave home, I check my pockets to make sure I have the essentials. Phone? Check. Keys? Check. Wallet? Check. Guitar pick? Check. These are the things that I need to go about my daily business. If I want my car to start, then I need to have […]
“1997: 25 Albums Celebrate 25 Years” by Josh Balogh
1997—What a year! I know I probably say that about every year in my favorite decade of music, but I think by the time you hit the end of this article you’ll agree that these 25 Christian albums turning 25 in 2022 are of the highest quality. In fact, I […]
“Ranking David Crowder Band’s Discography” by Josh Balogh
David Crowder Band was a genre-blending wrecking ball of creative energy that co-existed in a timeframe when most worship-based artists played it safe. Some would even say they dared to be “unsuccessful” in lieu of pushing the boundaries and chasing the muse. I liked that about them then, but appreciate […]
“Alone but Together” by Hanna Kim
On a cold day this past December, I was on the bus to New York City from Boston. My plan was to visit my old friends. The ride was a bit uncomfortable with a thick K94 face mask on my face and surrounded by many passengers. I knew there were […]
“2012: 25 Christian Albums Celebrating 10 Years” by Josh Balogh
Today we visit the year 2012 and highlight twenty-five excellent offerings from the world of faith-based music. The albums span musical stylings from hip-hop, to singer-songwriter—pop-punk, hard rock, Americana, and indie-rock to avant-garde modern worship. There’s a comeback album, a final album, a one-hit wonder, a magnum opus, and plenty […]