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Dream in Soul Blog Updates and Soul Dreamer Inspiration – January 2011

SOAR — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 18:58:24 +0000

Soul Dreamer Article From CatalystSpace: Our Callings, Our Spheres

This article by Tullian Tchividjian from www.catalystspace.com, adapted from his book Unfashionable: Making a Difference in the World by Being Different speaks on how believers can have an impact in any sphere of influence, not only in “Christian” occupations…

Morning Worship: You Won’t Relent – Jesus Culture & Soul Dreamer Inspiration on Worship Leading

“You Wont Relent”, written by Misty Edwards, here performed by Chris Quilala & Kim Walker-Smith of Jesus Culture, from the album Your Love Never Fails. Also Kim Walker-Smith gives inspiration on leading worship…

Editor’s Journal: Immeasurably More Than All We Ask or Imagine

It’s amazing how God can take us to places we’ve never imagined and among people of influence to teach us His purposes. In December I was able to go to Australia with the Oprah Winfrey Show…

Remembering the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

“Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase.” – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Let’s remember the legacy and dream of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr….

Remembering Haiti: Be Still and Know…

The earthquake hit close to home for me as I have many family members who live in Haiti that were affected. I praise God for the hope He gives even in tumultuous times…

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Dream in Soul Blog Updates: Merry Christmas!

SOAR — Sun, 19 Dec 2010 14:45:36 +0000

Check out the latest posts from the main Dream in Soul Blog…

O Holy Night…

“Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; He is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be…

The Digital Story of the Nativity and A Social
Network Christmas

The way we connect may have changed but the story will always…

Editor’s Journal: Where There are Miracles – My Christmas Story

I shared this story a few years ago on my personal blog but…

Christmas Pick: Emmanuel (Hallowed Manger Ground) – Chris Tomlin

This beautiful song became a favorite of mine last Christmas,…

Dream in Soul Christmas Song Notables

Here are some of Dream in Soul’s favorite Christmas songs from throughout the years,…

Inspiration: William McDowell on I Give Myself Away

“It’s much easier to sing about giving yourself away than it is to make it a daily reality…”

Dream in Soul Blog Updates: Purpose, Creativity and Editor’s Journal

SOAR — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 15:15:31 +0000

Check out the latest posts from the main Dream in Soul Blog…

Soul Dreamer Resource – Courage & Calling: Embracing Your God-Given Potential

God has called you – first to Himself, to know and follow Him,

but also to a specific life purpose, a particular reason for being. This second call, often termed a vocation, has implications for our work or occupation, but its ramifications reach far wider. It includes our giftedness, our weakness, our life in community, what we do day to day…

- From the description of the book “Courage & Calling: Embracing Your God-Given Potential” by Gordon T. Smith

Click here to read an article and listen to an audio interview with Gordon T. Smith, giving a look at how believers can embrace their God-given calling and identify what vocation they are called to…

Lecrae on Stretching Creatively and Unashamed 2010

In the video below Lecrae did an interview with Rapzilla.com some weeks back before the release of his album Rehab. In it he talks about pushing the creative envelope to produce music that both glorifies God in Biblically-sound content and in artistic excellence and quality…

It is humbling to know that we each could be a few circumstances away from living eachother’s reality…

Above: Two girls from the village of Bahaya, one of the poorest areas that we were in, and where my mother and sister were born.

In July I journeyed to Haiti for the first time and was able to visit and meet family there, as well as do missions in various cities (Port Au Prince, Forte Liberte, Cap Haitien and some others). The trip was bittersweet with joyful moments laughing and talking with aunts, uncles and loads of cousins (many loads), but also being reminded of the shaking of the earth a few months before in the faces of those who survived, and how so many were lost on the ground we walked on…

Dream in Soul Recent Buzz Notes – Music Releases From Jeremy Camp, Israel Houghton, Natalie Grant, Y’Anna Crawley & Fred Hammond

SOAR — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 15:33:26 +0000

Check out The Buzz on the the latest in Gospel & Christian News. Click here to view all posts in The Buzz blog section.

Dream in Soul Blog Updates: Music News & Word

SOAR — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 20:04:10 +0000

The Buzz: Music News from Trip Lee, John Mark McMillan, Israel Houghton, Group 1 Crew & More

The Buzz: Check out Trip Lee’s New Album “Between Two Worlds,” John Mark McMillan on “How He Loves,” Israel Houghton in the Studio, Download a song from Group 1 Crew’s EP Spacebound and more…

Word: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18 – What is Unseen

…Do not lose heart…

But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed…

Dream in Soul Store & The Real Love Series Launch

SOAR — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 02:03:51 +0000

The Dream in Soul Store has officially launched, starting with the Real Love Series of shirts for women, especially young women, to show a commitment to being pure in their season of singleness and waiting for a real love that resembles God’s.

The Dream in Soul line of uplifting line of apparel and gifts were made for you to express your faith in a bold way. The goal of the line is to bring glory to God through creativity and to present unique pieces that speak truth and inspire others. The apparel caters to a variety of tastes, from those that prefer a colorful and youthful look to the more refined.

More designs for men, women and kids will be added shortly. Click here or on the Store tab in the navigation bar to visit the store. Stay tuned for the next series of gifts and apparel coming up soon, and check out some of the first designs below:

Real Love is Worth the Wait T-Shirt for Women

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Shirt Description
“Real love is worth the wait…” If we are worth it in the eyes of the God of the universe, then our hearts are worth the wait for true love that resembles His, and a love story written by Him. Based on 1 Corinthians 13 – The top right heart says “Patient” and the “T” in “wait” drips hearts with the words “love,” and “kind.”

Great is Thy Faithfulness T-Shirt for Women

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Shirt Description
God’s love is never ending, never wavering, always flowing. Based on Lamentations 3:21-24: Yet I still dare to hope when I remember this: The faithful love of the Lord never ends! His mercies never cease. Great is Thy faithfulness; His mercies begin afresh each morning. I say to myself, “The LORD is my portion; therefore I will wait for Him!” He loves you. Always. Forever.

Coming Soon: Dream in Soul Apparel & Creative Projects

SOAR — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 21:05:42 +0000

In the future we hope to present creative projects, apparel and other ways for you to share your faith. Click here to see a few samples of what we’re working on. If you have any comments or suggestions of what you’d like to see feel free to email us or leave a comment. More creative projects, and information on how to obtain these, coming soon.

Recent Dream in Soul Updates: The David*Crowder Band on Social Change & A Love Song for Haiti

SOAR — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 21:35:01 +0000

If you missed them, check out some of the recent updates from the main Dream in Soul Blog:

Reflections: The David Crowder*Band On the Mechanics of Change

The David Crowder*Band recently spoke to the philanthropy organization Causecast about some of their views on the mechanics of social change and leveraging the arts to address the current climate of the world. In the interview they also touched on challenges music artists face today, and of course Twitter. The interview is really candid and interesting, and was part of Causecast’s series with influential musicians, aimed at asking them questions about relevant issues that might not come up in other interviews, and to inspire others to take steps of change. You can read the entire article on Causecast.org: The David Crowder* Band On The Mechanics Of Change.

Some highlights from the interview:

Are You Listening: A Love Song for Haiti

As those in Haiti cry out for help, it’s amazing to see the outpouring of love and unity to come to their aid. Recently the Gospel music community came together to record a tribute song, “Are You Listening.” Kirk Franklin rallied up artists such as CeCe Winans, BeBe Winans, Yolanda Adams, Mary Mary, Donnie McClurkin, Shirley Caesar, Fred Hammond, Smokie Norful, Marvin Sapp, Karen Clark Sheard, Natalie Grant, Jeremy Camp and many others, to record the song he wrote for Haiti eight years ago.

The proceeds of the song will be donated to Unicef and other charities to help with relief efforts in the rebuilding of communities.

“Are You Listening” is now available for purchase at www.verityrecords.com. The single will also be available next week on iTunes after January 30 at Wal-Mart and other major retailers. Do your part in sending love to Haiti with your continued donations and prayers.

Below is the music video for the song, (it is really beautiful and moving):

“All the artists associated with the project donated their talent and gifts for this project. This initiative is so important because while we are asking America to give we know that many are giving sacrificially. The people of Haiti are very spiritual people with an unwavering faith and belief in God and still count The Lord as the main source and provider. We will continue to pray and stand with them. We hope this song will bring much needed support and awareness in an effort to raise funds in the near and long-term future.”

- Kirk Franklin, who produced the song “Are You Listening.”

Dream in Soul: Creativity for the Kingdom Blog Updates

SOAR — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 23:16:53 +0000

Check out some of the latest posts from the main Dream in Soul: Creativity for the Kingdom Blog:

Creativity: Gospel By Design – Inspiks.com

Above: Screenshot of article from Inspiks.com.

Through digital design, Christian creative Mark Taylor creates visual expressions of worship and truth to share the Gospel. He’s one of the co-founders of the website Inspiks.com, a community of Christian digital artists dedicated to using their talents to bring praise to God and inspire others.

In a recent interview with the website Best Christian Design, (another great site displaying digital design) Mark spoke about the potential of the visual arts, specifically digital design and communications, in spreading the Word…

Categories: Creativity, Featured, Visual Art

In Review: BeBe and CeCe Winans “Still”

Still the new album from BeBe and CeCe Winans is finally available on October 6. Their first album together in fifteen years, Still features 12 uplifting songs that merge the duo’s classic sounds with contemporary flair.

A resounding favorite is the single “Close To You,” a heartfelt ballad that could reflect both an earthly love and that of a relationship with God. CeCe
speaks on the double meaning of the song saying:

“Bebe is a romantic writer and people don’t equate that with gospel music. When you have an intimate relationship with the Father it’s sweet, it’s pure. It’s the ultimate love relationship. Love asks how can I serve you and how can I bless you while stating how much I need you. The safest place for me is being close to Him and even in the natural, it’s a safe place being with my brother.”

Categories: Featured, Music Artists

The Buzz: Altered Minds Tour, Stellar Awards, Latest Album Releases and More

Here is some of the latest buzz in all things Gospel music:

Reach Records Altered Minds Tour

After the powerful energy of the Don’t Waste Your Life Tour, Reach Records is launching the Altered Minds on October 1st, blending Christian Rock and Rap. The tour will feature artists like Lecrae, After Edmund, Sho Baraka (in November), Tedashii (in October), and Mike’s Chair. From the Reach Records Website:

“Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” – Romans 12:2a

As a culture we need our minds completely altered. Day after day we are bombarded with messages contrary to God’s heart. “Live for yourself” is the constant pressure we feel and sometimes unscriptural messages even work their way in…

Visit http://reachrecords.com/alteredminds for tour dates and locations.

Categories: Events, Featured, Gospel Buzz, Music Artists, News

Lessons On Laughter: Part 2 of Q&A with Miz T – Gospel Comedienne

Miz T shares how her passion for creating laughter has brought spiritual lessons into her life…

In the first part of the Q&A Tranea Prosser, also known as Miz T, shared how she discovered her passion to make others laugh and turned it into her ministry, and now she’s living out her God-given dreams. In part two Miz T gives some wisdom on supporting one another in ministry, advice for young people, and tips on embracing one’s unique calling. Read below for some of her lessons on laughter:

Dream in Soul: You’ve previously mentioned the importance of people mentoring each other, and pulling each other up to be successful. Can you say a little about this, and why it’s important for the community of God to support those who are upcoming and younger?

MizT: That gift of exhortation sure talks alot! Two years ago there were only two people doing Christian comedy in Austin. I reached out to him and invited him to my CD release program where he was introduced and he returned the invitation when he had a production. We are very supportive of each other and to each other in regards to the comedic ministry. The Word says that we are the body of Christ and are all equally important with our separate functions. We need to learn to appreciate everyone for their ministry gifts and not feel like competing against them.

Categories: Comedy, Featured, News, Soul Dreamer

Best of Dream in Soul: Creativity for the Kingdom

SOAR — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 00:03:52 +0000

If you’re new to Dream in Soul, check out these past posts in the blog:

Growing into Your Calling: Part 2 of Interview with Dr. Naima Johnston

Comedy for the Soul: Q&A with Comedienne Miz T, Part 1

Picks and Clicks: Christian Media Selections

Writing & Revealing His Glory: The Story Behind Revelation Song

Creativity for the Kingdom: Faithfully & Fashionably Fresh

Soul Dreamer’s Diary: Free At Last – Lessons at Commencement

Ministry Watch: The Takeover

Don’t Waste Your Life Tour: Dallas Recap

Dreaming in Soul, Part 1: Do Not Fear

Check out these posts on some of our favorite music artists:

21 Reasons to Love 21:03

Group 1 Crew: Ordinary Dreamers Movin’ to a Soulful Beat

Surrendering Your Talents to God: Inspiration from Kim Burrell