Dream In Soul – Creativity for the Kingdom:

From the Gateway Worship album God Be Praised.

O the blood
Crimson love
Price of life’s demand
Shameful sin
Placed on Him
The Hope of every man…

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Matthew 17:19-20
Then the disciples came to Jesus in private and asked, “Why couldn’t we drive it out?”

He replied, “Because you have so little faith. I tell you the truth, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.”

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Matthew 21:21
Jesus replied, “Truly I tell you, if you have faith and do not doubt, not only can you do what was done to the fig tree, but also you can say to this mountain, ‘Go, throw yourself into the sea,’ and it will be done. 22 If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.”

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“We’re gonna see what we’re praying for,
We believe every single word;
Stronger then we’ve ever been,
Standing on His promises.
We’re gonna see the impossible,
We release the supernatural,
Stronger then we’ve ever been, we are standing on His promises!” – From the song “Standing”

The powerful song “Standing” from Covenant Worship is featured on their new worship album Standing released through Integrity Music and recorded live at Covenant Church in Carrollton, Texas. I’m always encouraged by this song and the reminder to stand on the promises of God despite what our situations may look like and “no matter what the world says” (like lyrics from another song on the album “We Will Believe” remind us).

The sound from the Covenant worship team dynamically and boldly invites God’s presence in an intimate way, and you’ll be able experience that unique, soul-soothing atmosphere where ever you are. The album includes 13 songs and 6 videos, with new songs like “Dwell” and favorites that have already moved and made an impact around the globe like “Heaven on Earth.”

I’ve heard of so many testimonies of people who were touched by songs that have come from this house, and seeing that Covenant’s songs have been some of the top viewed posts on Dream in Soul there are many others who have been encouraged. I myself had a time when the song “My Heart Cries” ministered and comforted me deeply on a ride to the hospital and while overcoming an unexpected illness, and sometimes keep the songs playing when I go to bed so I can wake up to the reminder of God’s presence.

You won’t regret checking out this album full of spirit-stirring, uplifting music, click here to get yours today!

(Note, I may be a little biased in my review since I do attend Covenant as I’ve mentioned before on the blog, but do recommend this album from my heart:).

Here’s another one of my favorites from the album, “Your Great Love” which has the feel of a modern hymn. Also watch the intro video for the Standing album below and get your copy here.

“I was lost and left with nothing, You became my everything…” – from the song “Your Great Love”

Review by Julene Fleurmond, edior of DreaminSoul.com

Royal Tailor recently released the music video for their song “Make A Move.” I love the fresh sound the group brings, and the song and video are so funky and creative with a great message, check it out below:

We don’t need permission
To go outside of these doors
And dream some crazy dream no one else has dreamed before
To show love and compassion
Wherever we may be, to put faith into action, do more than just believe
We are hope to those who have been broken
We were made to make a difference

There’s more to life / Open my eyes
Someone is needing You / So I gotta make a move
What good are words / When this world hurts
Real faith will come through / When I make a move

– Lyrics from “Make a Move”

Royal Tailor’s single “Hold Me Together,” from the upcoming album, Black & White, is a soothing reminder of how we should rely on God’s strength in life. You can get “Hold Me Together” on iTunes and the album when it releases on 6-7-11. Connect with Royal Tailor on Facebook, Twitter or at their website, http://royaltailoronline.com. Check out the music video and the lead singer Tauren talking about the meaning behind the song below:

Where do you seek out inspiration in your ministry, artwork, music, writing or in other creative life areas? The book Finding Divine Inspiration: Working with the Holy Spirit in Your Creativity by J. Scott McElroy and resource website (www.findingdivineinspiration.com) gives insight to artists in the church and how they can more effectively be led by God in their work.

The book features exclusive interviews with:

• Thomas Blackshear, Painter, “Forgiven”
• Dan Haseltine Jars of Clay
• Peter Furler, Newsboys
• Buzz Mclaughlin, Writer/Producer, Theater and Film
• And others

From the Author
There is a New Renaissance coming in the arts and God has a special place for you in it. In Finding Divine Inspiration you’ll learn how to hear God’s voice and collaborate with Him in the work He has for you.

God wants to reform the arts, to bring a new infusion of Divine Inspiration into the mainstream and an explosion of arts in the church, but for these changes to come His artists must develop a lifestyle of collaboration with Him. Through solid biblical guidance, exciting historical and current examples, and practical steps, Finding Divine Inspiration shows artists how to partner with God in their life and work. Its a concept that can help invigorate your spiritual life, bring new inspiration, enable you to share God’s messages more freely and ultimately transform the arts.

God wants to include you in an amazing creative collaboration to bring His messages to the world in unique ways — and unleash your true creative potential!

He will inspire and empower you as you learn to actively partner with Him in your life and work. He wants to transform the arts in the culture and the church, and transform your life as you learn to listen for His voice. Learn how in Finding Divine Inspiration: Working with the Holy Spirit in Your Creativity.

Visit www.findingdivineinspiration.com to learn more about the book, to order, and visit the author’s blog featuring more posts about Christians and the arts.

Watch an interview with the author, J. Scott McElroy interviewed on The Harvest Show below. He speaks about the role of creative arts in the church, how to prevent arts from becoming an idol, self-expression vs. God-expression and more: