Book Review: A Passion Redeemed
August 16, 2018 by admin
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Written by Julie Lessman
Review by Michelle Sutton
Lessman has a knack for drama and angst with a heavy dose of passion. This story is no exception. And like a soap opera, you never quite know who will end up with whom and what will happen next. There is not a boring page in this entire novel. The tension rocks! There is a lot of pain and anger, as well as joy and deep sorrow. But the longing is what gets to me.
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A Movie Christmas with Hallmark
August 16, 2018 by admin
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By Donald James Parker
Two years ago I had a very lonely Christmas. On Christmas day I was entirely alone for the whole day. Needless to say, my Christmas spirit was at low tide. I spent twelve hours that day watching television. I never changed the channel that Christmas holiday, but my heart was changed. If I knew who to contact at Hallmark, I'd love to thank them for helping me avoid morphing into Ebenezer Scrooge that year. Their menu of funny, romantic, and inspirational movies took the place of my Christmas dinner (and celebrating with family). In this column I'd like to spotlight a few of the flicks that made my day.
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Artist Spotlight: Above the Golden State
August 15, 2018 by admin
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By Randy L. Henderson
Quoting Michael Watson, songwriter and lead vocalist of the Portland, Oregon based band, “Music is from God and for God. And I believe God is raising up a new generation of young musicians who want to see music being used for its original purposeto glorify God.” Above the Golden State also consists of Brook Mosser (drums) and Tim Alyward (keyboards); all of which are familiar to the music scene.
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Artist Spotlight: Josh Lopez
August 10, 2018 by admin
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By Ryan Mulkowsky
Josh Lopez is already an accomplished musician and singer who has worked with Israel and New Breed, Martha Munizzi, and others to become an excellent worship leader who has written thoughtful and inspiring lyrics about the life we can have in Jesus Christ.
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Artist Spotlight: Ricky Byrum
August 9, 2018 by admin
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By Randy L. Henderson
“Time to Rise” is the latest project from Ricky Byrum that incorporates soulful rock ballads, classic and heavy metal into his songs. Ricky is currently signed to the American Classic Recordings label. As an artist who is evolving, there is an excitement of what is to come in his musical future.
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