A few weeks ago someone mentioned that I seem to stay pretty up-to-date with Christian music, and she went on to ask me how I manage to keep up with all the new music when, after all, I’m old.
OH, she didn’t really say that last part.
But it would have totally rocked if she had.
And the answer is that I stay up-to-date with Christian music because I love it. Plus, I realized a few years ago that something as simple as listening to Christian music throughout the day – whether it’s on my iPod or in the car – really impacts my thought life, my patience and my perspective. It’s pretty difficult to get bent out of shape in traffic and then scream a series of, um, colorful adjectives when you’re singing “Savior, He can move the mountains / My God is mighty to save / He is mighty to save” at the top of your lungs.
I’m just sayin’.
ANYWAY, the bottom line is that Christian music – whether it’s an old hymn like “Great Is Thy Faithfulness” or a song that’s a little newer – has been a tremendous source of encouragement to me.
Which leads me to this past Friday night.
A couple of months ago my friend Brian at Provident Music asked if Melanie, Shannon and I would be interested in doing sort of a “girls’ night out” for a Casting Crowns show here in this lovely city where I live. The three of us were immediately all over the idea – because in addition to really, really wanting to see each other, we really, really wanted to see Casting Crowns.
And that is how our get-together this past weekend came to pass (thanks, Provident! thanks, Casting Crowns!).
But it actually occurred to me Friday night that we weren’t at a Casting Crowns “show” at all. We were in a worship service, and it just so happened that our worship leaders were John Waller, Leeland, and Casting Crowns. There was no flashiness, no self-aggrandizement, no self-righteousness – just some talented musicians who were doing their very best to get out of the way and give God all the glory.
At the end of the night, when the girls and I were talking about the show, Shannon mentioned how great the lyrics to John Waller’s song “The Blessing” are. And she was so right. In fact, I’m sitting here listening to his CD right now, and I think I’m going to put it on repeat – the lyrics are strong. And there’s a song called “While I’m Waiting” that’s REALLY speaking to me right now, but we won’t get into all my waiting on all the stuff related to all the things, because that is another story for another time.
And besides, the bottom line is that I really want to share some of this John Waller musical goodness with y’all.
So here’s the deal: I have ten copies of John Waller’s CD. And if you’d like to have a chance to win one of them, all you have to do is to leave a comment on this post.
HOW SIMPLE IS THAT?
IT IS SO SIMPLE.
I’ll close comments (and the giveaway) this Friday around 9 AM and then use Ye Olde Trusty Random Dot Org to select the winners.
Happy Giveaway, y’all!
I love “mighty to save”! Hillsong united is awesome along with casting crowns etc… However, my two yr. old loves to sing “might to save” in the car! It helps put things in perspective! I’d love to hear John Waller!
Since you have convinced me to buy a couple of CDs (LOVING Monk & Neagle!!!) I’d sure like to get in on this give-away!!! Sign me up!
That phrase “mighty to save” has stuck with me this past week as well. If I am not mistaken it comes from Is. 63. I have really been pondering what that means and how it plays out in my walk with Christ. John Wallers is a new name to me. I would love to try something new!
I always love me some free music!!! Sign me up!!
You know, right about now, I could really use me some good Christian music!
Sweet!!
Yay, a contest, thanks!!
Thanks for the contest.
Blessings…
CCM is just about all I listen to… on my IPod and in the car. XM32 in the car, IPod at home.
oooh, count me in!
Would love a copy! Thank you for the opportunity!
Steph
Never heard any of his music, but would love to.
you haven’t steered me wrong yet in the music department. sign me up!
I haven’t heard John Waller yet but I love Casting Crowns and I just discovered Leeland. I am sure I would enjoy John Waller as well!!!
I would love one of these cd’s. Thanks for giving them away.
I’m all over that! Thanks!
Love, love, love Casting Crowns!
Here’s hoping!
I would love to win! Count me in!
Ooooh, I would really like to win that. Please.
Blessings!
Thank you! I’ve been thinking lately that I need to listen to more Christian music throughout the day, but the selection is pretty overwhelming.
You picked me last time…maybe it will work again! Here’s to hoping.
I’m in!!! I’m not usually lucky with these drawings, but maybe, just maybe, my luck is gonna change. I couldn’t make it through my morning jogs or through my hectic days without some Christian music…it definitely keeps me focused on what REALLY matters!
How fun. Please enter me!
I love me some Jesus music! :)
I don’t have a blog anymore, but I’d still love to win!
i am so no up on ANY music so this would be really great for me to, you know, get in touch with what the people are listening to.
OOH Count me in!
~Leslie
girl, I am all about FREE CDS!!
Thanks for the opportunity!
Blessings,
Karla
How fun! Love Christian music. Thanks!
I love his song “Calls Me Son” (or something to that effect!
I can tell a HUGE difference in my attitude when I keep my car radio on WDJC. Now if I could just get some tunage for my ‘pod… hint hint! :-)
i hit a pretty severe depression last year and one thing my beautiful God used to woo me to Himself was music…and Casting Crowns and Chris Tomlin was “it” for me…they so brought God to me! So, YES, enter my name and I would be delighted to have that CD for I don’t have it. I never listened to music my whole adult life, just talk radio…but as of last year, I have my IPOD and MP3 player going every single day because as Aaron Shust sings: “my Savior loves, my Savior lives!” He indeed is “mighty to save.” And my lifesong sings…
Wow, 10 copies! I would like to hear him as I’m not familiar at all with him… thanks!
*Ahem-* ME! Sir Random Number Generator, PICK ME!
And of course I mean that in the nicest, most ladylike Christian way.
A while back, one of my young daughters asked me how I know the names of songs and singers besides Casting Crowns (like Steven Curtis Chapman, Avalon, Matthew West, Monk and Neagle(!), etc…) I said, “Sweetie, when you start listening to the radio as much as I do, you’ll learn them.”
She keeps the radio in her room on the Christian station all day now. ;)
Thanks! And BOO!
Just had to get that out. A day or two late.
Count me in!
I love “The Blessing”. I am in a huge “waiting” period too.
We could use some beautiful, new, music at this house. Free would of course be good, also. Please include me!
Thank you1
Enter me please! I have nearly three teens now, and two are singers. We’re always on the hunt for more good Christian groups!
Jeanne
Pick me! Choose me! Draw my random number, please!!
It would be such a blessing right now.
Cool. I need some new tunes!
Count me in please!
I know Casting Crowns and I will see Leeland on the cruise next year but who is John Weller? So I am hopeing the random generator picks me.
I “stumbled” across your blog through “Fried Okra”‘s blog … coolness! Looking forward to reading more.
I tried to email you directly and I have a cute luggage set I saw at a conference. I have been reading your posts and seen that you and bigmama are pros at finding things i.e. pants, dress, shoes. I’m wondering if you can help me find this set?
Also, maybe for a podcast? How do you find other bloggers online? Do you randomly search or use links?
oops the luggage is on my blog http://nolanites.blogspot.com/2007/10/odds-n-ends.html right here. Thanks
Is this open to overseas people too? I never know!
I totally get the impact of Christian music on your every day life. My granddaughter (7) asked my youngest daughter ( 5) if she had heard a certain song & she responded with, “Mommy only lets me listen to Star 88”. My granddaughter had no clue to what Star 88 was. But you can ask my little one about Chris Tomlin, Mercy Me or Casting Crowns, she’s all over that. So sign me up! I could use some new tunes.
Ok, I’m going to enter this one because I need some new music over here, and I’m trying not to be bitter that I never win anything on your blog. ;) totally kidding of course.
Love to hear it!
Would love to have a CD. And so glad you had such a great Worship experience. CC has such well written worship songs!
You know I can’t pass me up a free CD – Monk & Neagle got me all the way to WV a few weeks ago! Can’t tell you how much I enjoyed the recap of your weekend!
Yay!! A giveaway! Count me in!!
I need to listen to more Christian music… music sooo soothes me. I’m in on this giveaway! Please pick me! *S*
It was wonderful to be reminded of the lyrics of Mighty to Save the first thing this morning as I noticed that someone left the backdoor open about six inches last night (did I mention it’s 38 outside), the cat didn’t run away into the night (or if he did, he came back for breakfast)a cranky child has already blasted my soul, I’m making blueberry rolls (hoping the oven will heat up the house) and so forth. Count me in because I’m sure looking for “the blessing”.
I would love to win a copy of this. Thanks for the giveaway!
Oh I wish I were as up-to-date with my music collection as you – that I cannot be proud of – except that we own every Raffi cd and video ever produced :)
And simple it tis :0)
LOVE Casting Crowns and HUGE gospel music fanatic here too!
Have a good one!
Trina
Sign me up – awesome!
I’d love to update my cd collection beyond Kids Sing Praise.
Count me in.
Jill from Omaha
Throw my name in the hat – er random number generator thingy!
You have great taste in music, so count me in!!!!
thanks for the chance at some new tunes!
I think it is neat that the three of you got to get together and visit and meet Casting Crowns! I would love a chance to win this CD. I am always looking for new music to listen to!
Pick Me! Pick Me! Pick Me!!
being in the midst of a “waiting period” of sorts myself, I could use the distraction of some really uplifting music!
This is great! Thanks!!
love them!
Love your blog! Anything that puts my spirit closer to God’s is something I want! Thank you for the giveaway. :)
I gave a Casting Crown CD as a gift recently. Now you can give me one.
Nancy
I love your blog! Thanks for the giveaway!
I could use something to listen to in the car other than Laurie Berkner and Dora! The kids would benefit from it too!
You’re just too sweet! Count me in! And I tell you what – our God IS mighty to save! Praise His name!
I heard The Blessing on KLOVE the other day and loved it. Please enter my name. Thanks!
Count me in!!!
Oooh, oooh, pick me, pick me!!! Laurie
Hey, Boomama, cast one of them there crowns over here.
OH please pick me!
I’m always wanting to support the new guy!
I love music! Pick me, pick me!
Although I think my comments may be invisible to the random generator (ha!), I’m all for it! Thanks for the giveaways!
Go ahead…….let’s give it a try!
Please count me in…My husband stays very up on music but I am a little behind, I would love to hear this!
I love Casting Crowns! And my music collection could use a little expansion… Count me in!
My fingers are crossed! :)
I’d love to be in the free CD giveaway!
Put me on ye list.
Sounds great!
Oh, I’d love another free CD!
I too went out and boutght M and N based on our comments……..perhaps Casting Crown is next…..
Glad ya’ll had a great time at the concert. I have not listened to Casting Crowns before and the other people you had mentioned. I am going to Walmart.com right now to listen to some of their music.
I guess I live under a rock…right?
Throw my name in the hat.
Hey, you turned me on to Monk and Neagle (and I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE them by the way) so I sure hope I win!!! :) Boo Mama, pick me, pick me, pick me :)
I listen to Christian music all the time, too. And girl, Toby Mac makes me feel sooo cool. Not only does his music minister LIFE, but he uses all the ‘latest’ words so that I can use them and impress my teenagers. Sorta. LOL
Well, you were definitely right on when you recommended Monk and Neagle (whom I had never heard of before). I am willing to take a chance with another one of your suggestions. I would love to be entered.
“Let it be said” of me that my heart belonged to Jesus!
Christian music is so much fun! I’d get in in an IV if I could!!
I would love a new cd! Please enter me! Thanks!