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SOAR Christmas Playlist: My Kind of Christmas from Shuree

Shuree’s song “My Kind of Christmas” from the album This Is Christmas brings a fresh new vibrant sound – this is my kind of Christmas music!





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SOAR Christmas Playlist Part 1: Born Tonight and Christmas Together from Jamie Grace

The SOAR Christmas Playlist will feature awesome songs to inspire you this Christmas Season from some of our favorite artists. Check back for more on our Christmas Playlist…



Born Tonight from Jamie Grace

“Born Tonight” is from the new EP “Family Christmas: Songs by Jamie Grace & Morgan Harper Nichols” which you can get here on iTunes. The album features two Christmas songs by Jamie Grace, two songs by Morgan and a song by Harper Still, the collective name for the two sisters who regularly write and perform together. I love the refreshing sounds that make for very unique and moving Christmas music.

Here’s another fun and heart-warming video from Jamie Grace’s Christmas EP, Christmas Together – it’ll get you smiling and in the Christmas spirit! I love how she got her family and friends together on her birthday to shoot the video, and the lyrics and feel of the song are cleverly melded and entertaining. You can get her Christmas EP on iTunes by clicking here!






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Editor’s Journal and Inspiration: Truth and Love…It All Begins with Trust

Our hearts long for love, to be restored to the place where we were fulfilled without end. Trust is where it all began…

It was 2009 during a dry, lonely season in my life when I had an unexpected encounter that rocked my paradigm. During the experience I had a vivid vision of being in a white dress in what seemed to be a grand forest. My first inkling was, “Is this The Garden?”

There was a calmness, a brilliance, a presence of Love there. Like a little girl I was full of questions- “Father, why…?” I asked. He revealed his heart and love for people from the Beginning, in imagery and passion, an intimate experience I will never forget and could never have imagined on my own…

These words I remember my Father saying there were the most striking to my heart: “Do you trust me?”

Yes. I do. I will follow His way, always. Even when I don’t understand, I will choose Him. Forever… #IamMyBeloveds #HeisMine #trusttheAuthor #theLovestoryofalltime

God is calling you to go deeper into His Love! Your past may have been difficult but it doesn’t eclipse His everlasting Love or plans for your life…He’s been giving me visions of a garden and speaking and singing Song of Songs into my spirit – I believe its a true reflection of His heart for us – we are His Beloved and He is ours, forever and ever…

– Julene Fleurmond, Editor of SOAR

My Beloved speaks and says to me: “Arise, my love, my beautiful one, and come away…

For behold, the winter is past; the rain is over and gone. The flowers appear on the earth, the time of singing has come, and the voice of the turtledove is heard in our land. The fig tree ripens its figs, and the vines are in blossom; they give forth fragrance.

Arise, my love, my beautiful one, and come away.”

Song of Solomon 2:10-13





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Music Spotlight & Inspiration: Fix My Eyes & Without You from For King and Country and the Story Behind the Songs

For King and Country “Fix My Eyes” Live in Studio at KLOVE

“The things of Earth are dimming in the light of Your glory and grace – I’ll set my sights upon Heaven I’m fixing my eyes on You…”


For King and Country‘s song “Fix My Eyes” from their latest album “Run Wild. Live Free. Love Strong.” is definitely an energetic anthem of faith – and it’s so darn infectious! Watch the brothers sing live above and tell the story behind the song below as they remind us to set our eyes on what is eternal and unseen instead of the temporary, as the word reminds us…

For King and Country “Fix My Eyes” Story Behind the Song

Another song from their sophomore album with a solemn, honest and heart-moving message is “Without You” which shares the story of Luke’s bout with a draining illness and the journey he and his wife Courtney (who is featured in the song) had learning to trust God whatever the outcome of the sickness would be. Watch both the official music video and the story behind the song below:

Without You Music Video and Story Behind the Song

You can get the latest album “Run Wild. Live Free. Love Strong.” including the hit single “Fix My Eyes” (and another one of my favorites “To the Dreamers” featured here) on iTunes here and visit www.forkingandcountry.com to keep up with the guys on social media or on tour.

“Fix My Eyes” Lyrics

Hit rewind
Click delete
Stand face to face with the younger me
All of the mistakes
All of the heartbreak
Here’s what I’d do differently

I’d love like I’m not scared
Give when it’s not fair
Live life for another
Take time for a brother
Fight for the weak ones
Speak out for freedom
Find faith in the battle
Stand tall but above it all
Fix my eyes on you
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Great Gifts for Everyone on Your List from Dream in Soul Creative Apparel & Art by SOAR’s Editor Julene



Give the gift of inspiration with a T-shirt, accessory or gift from SOAR’s official store Dream in Soul Creative Apparel & Art (click here to shop).

When I started Dream in Soul Creative I dreamed of tangibly sharing faith-based inspiration with friends and others. When someone sees you wearing one of these shirts they are taking in truth, hope and light no matter what they may believe.

I’m continually expanding the line and creating designs to fit all types of tastes and styles including Christian T-shirts, faith-based prints, and inspirational accessories. I’ve been able to connect with all types of people and have heard stories of people I’ve been able to impact just by sharing my art with the world.

As we approach the beginning of a new year I want to encourage you to pursue your dreams and purpose because they are planted there for a deeper reason than you know! Keep on sowing seeds and nourishing them by taking steps everyday on purpose! We’re all waiting to see the beauty you’re meant to bring to the world!

Stay tuned for new features on SOAR and find out how you can be a part of the movement!!!

– Julene Fleurmond, Editor of SOAR Magazine, Designer and Dreamer of Dream in Soul Creative





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Music Pick: You Carry Me from Moriah Peters


“Every valley every storm You were there…Through the winds and waves, through my worst mistakes, through the times I thought I walked alone, You were holding me, You were whispering how You’d never leave me on my own…” – Lyrics from You Carry Me by Moriah Peters

Moriah Peters recently released a new song “You Carry Me” that will be featured on her upcoming album Brave. I love the reminder that God has been with us even through the hardest storms in our lives when we thought all hope was gone. Watch the colorful lyric video above and stay tuned to Moriah’s website www.moriahpeters.com to find out when she will be sharing more music.





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The Wait: DeVon Franklin and Meagan Good Interview on Waiting On God’s Timing for Love


devonandmeganthewaitFor our first Dreaming of Love Inspiration Interview we hear from DeVon Franklin, who is Senior Vice President of Columbia Tristar Pictures and author of the bestselling book Produced by Faith, and his wife Meagan Good a talented actress. In the first part of their interview above they give advice to singles on preparing for a mate, and talk about the book they wrote together on waiting on God’s timing (click here to get their book The Wait: A Powerful Practice for Finding the Love of Your Life and the Life You Love).

Stay tuned for more from DeVon and Meagan and other inspiration and resources on relationships in the Dreaming of Love Series at DreaminSoul.com.

Last year DeVon and Meagan shared their story and advice to other couples and singles at a special service “Kingdom Love” at One Church International hosted by Pastor Touré Roberts (author of the book Purpose Awakening). Watch them share their hearts in a raw and real way below:

More from the Dreaming of Love Series Coming Soon! Be inspired by these posts on Love and Waiting:

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A Note from Dream in Soul Editor Julene

God writes the best #Love stories – you don’t have to strive, compare, or hold on to someone who doesn’t treat you how you’re worth. You are worthy not because of the physical or material, anything you did or didn’t but because of Whose you are…

You’re already affirmed by He who wonderfully made you in and for Love. When He desires to bring people together in & on purpose He will do it intricately, strikingly and beautifully beyond anything we can imagine or dream for reasons deeper than we realize. Keep your eyes on Him – He’s our true eternal prize. There is no greater Love. – Julene Fleurmond, Editor of Dream in Soul

More from the Editor’s Journal:

How He Loves…Always

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He loves me?

Sometimes experiencing what we call romance in this world leaves us wondering what love truly is. You feel that happy pounding and patter in your chest when he reveals a bouquet of roses and candy. Getting hurt though can peel away the layers of our hearts, like someone plucking the petals from a flower…

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Art Lessons From God: Interview with Visual Artist Tony Snipes Founder of ALFG & Kreative Kingdom

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SOAR Interview With Jenna Lucado Bishop - Dreaming On In Life & Faith

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Charting Out the Master's Plan: Interview with Kirk Franklin On His Book The Blueprint

Charting Out the Master’s Plan: Interview with Kirk Franklin On His Book The Blueprint

Kirk Franklin speaks to Dream in Soul about The Blueprint for standing firm in life’s storms…

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Kari Jobe Shares the Story Behind Her Song Forever

Above Kari Jobe shares the story behind her latest single, “Forever” which is now available on iTunes.

You can catch Kari at a city near you on the Majestic Tour: http://c.karijobe.com/majestictour





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Preview of a New Dream in Soul Fiction Story Series by Julene Fleurmond



One band. One mission. Lots of secrets…

They’re a group of 20-somethings navigating the road of faith, relationships and dreams. Stay tuned for this upcoming fiction series on Dream in Soul, and catch a glimpse into their confessions below…


I creaked open the side stage entrance door a sliver and shakingly sneaked a peek at the mob we were about to confront. Through the thin opening I could see their faces lit dimly by colored spotlights – they didn’t look angry or dangerous, more like excited and harmless. They were definitely not toting pitchforks as they conversed with one another, unaware that I was spying on them to get myself used to the idea that I’d be addressing row after row of them in a few minutes.

The gigantic auditorium, larger than any we’ve ever played, was abuzz with the energetic drone of teens laughing and chatting with their friends as they waited for us to come out and the event to begin. You’d think as many times as I’ve done this before that I’d be over the hovering cloud of anxiety trying to suffocate my enthusiasm. I swallowed my nerves and just hoped I wouldn’t pass out or lose my lunch before or while we were out there. Though that audience looked happy now I’m sure none of them wanted the Chick-fil-A waffle fries and nuggets I’d scarfed down earlier (formerly known as delicious) to make a reappearance.

This was our first big venue, opening for a band I’d been listening to since I was an awkward tween-ager jamming out to my bulky portable CD player (do they even make those anymore?). I should be stoked. So why was I wishing that I was anywhere but here?


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