THE LATEST

The Nelons – “Thanks!” (1987)
“Thanks” was one of the absolute best albums the Nelons ever released! Check out what James has to say about it!
#NewsNuggets: 9-22-23
Oaks announce Farewell Tour and more in today’s #NewsNuggets!
The Nelons – “Journeys” (1986)
Check out this latest LP review of the Nelons 1986 album, “Journeys”…
Pursue Righteousness
Flee also youthful lusts; but pursue righteousness, faith, love, peace with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart. ~2 Timothy 2:22 When you think of lust, the first thing that probably pops into your mind is that of a man lusting after a woman, but lust can...
Audio Review: Travis Tritt – Country Chapel
DBM reviews Travis Tritt’s first-ever gospel album.
REVIEWS

#NQC2023: Sunday Evening
NQC 2023 has begun!

The Nelons – “Journeys” (1986)
Check out this latest LP review of the Nelons 1986 album, “Journeys”…

Audio Review: Travis Tritt – Country Chapel
DBM reviews Travis Tritt’s first-ever gospel album.

The Nelons – “In One Accord” (1985)
This was one of Nelons’ most groundbreaking albums, as it ushered in lots of changes for the group…personally, musically and professionally!

#NQC2023: Monday Evening
NQC is off to a great start.

#NQC2023: Monday Morning Audio Review & Locating A Brick
On Monday morning, we headed over to Biblical Time Theater for a special listening party. There we were treated to a preview of Greater Vision's brand-new Christmas album titled Christmas In London. The song selection on this album is mostly traditional carols with...
HISTORY

The Bakkers, PTL, and Southern Gospel Music
Aside from their very public downfall, Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker had a large (and mutual) impact on southern gospel music.

The Originals: He Touched Me
Hear the original recording of “He Touched Me.”

100-Year Traditions: Speer Family
100 years of Speers.

#TBT Album Review/Restrospective: The Paynes – “Live: Fire On Stage”
Kyle pulls another favorite from his collection.

My 2022 SGMA Hall Of Fame Nominees
The Southern Gospel Music Association is currently accepting nominees for the Hall Of Fame. Each member of the SGMA is asked to submit two living and two deceased individuals for consideration. Three of my 2022 nominees are the same as my 2021 nominees. (My other...

The Bakkers, PTL, and Southern Gospel Music
Aside from their very public downfall, Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker had a large (and mutual) impact on southern gospel music.
VIEWS AND COMMENTARY

Are Digital Compilations Pointless?
One side effect of this digital revolution is that every song released is essentially a single. This is where I can’t help but question if compilations are now outdated.

#NewsNuggest: 4-1-2023
NEWS OF THE WEEK After months of speculation and inquiries, Gold City officially announced this week that Brian Free and Ivan Parker have departed from the group. New members will be announced "soon." The Booth Brothers, Jim & Melissa Brady, and Buddy Mullins'...

Tell Me Your Bass Singer Left (Without Telling Me Your Bass Singer Left)
No official word and no direct acknowledgement has fans scratching their heads…
SONY’S DEVOTIONS

Turn Your Burdens to Prayer
I confess that I am guilty of taking way too many burdens upon myself. Family members who don't know the Lord, others making bad decisions, some having financial difficulty ... you name it, I feel it, and it can literally affect my health. In Matthew 11:28-30 Jesus...
Looking Forward
"Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus" (Philippians...
Come Worship the King
Still through the cloven skies they come With peaceful wings unfurled And still their heavenly music floats O'er all the weary world; Above its sad and lowly plains They bend on hovering wing. And ever o'er its Babel sounds The blessed angels sing. ~from It Came Upon...
There’s Power in Prayer
I've been thinking lately of some of the prayers that God has answered for me--both recently and in times past. I can also think of some that He hasn't, but I am increasingly convinced of the truth of James 4:2: "You do not have because you do not ask." It's also true...
Thankful for God’s Mercy
In reading through Exodus, I am struck by God's mercy--even to Egyptians who had no regard for Him whatsoever. Emphasis is often placed on the plagues that God sent their way, but more often than not, He warned them of what was to come if they continued to disregard...
Thankful for Memories
When people list what they're thankful for, the most common responses among Christians are God, salvation, and family, and I would affirm that I am thankful for those things. But I also realized last week that I am thankful for the gift of memories. If you have had a...
Overcoming Fear
In reading through Genesis for the umpteenth time in my life, I slowed down to better focus on the Patriarchs of the faith. Abraham is the one that many look to as the father of faith, but did you know that Abraham also had fears? I find it interesting that this man...
Are You a Hypocrite?
The biggest reason people give for not attending church is that it is filled with hypocrites, but I wonder what they mean by that. Sure, there are people who live one way at home and then go act spiritual on Sunday mornings, but there are also a lot of church...
Sins of Omission
I'm sure everyone is familiar with sins of commission. These are the sins that we willfully commit. Maybe we aren't mindful at the time that we are sinning or maybe we don't care, but they are the sins that can be seen. Sins of omission, on the other hand, are harder...
Wisdom of the Aged
Then King Rehoboam consulted the elders who stood before his father Solomon while he still lived, and he said, “How do you advise me to answer these people?” And they spoke to him, saying, “If you will be a servant to these people today, and serve them, and answer...
Palm Sunday Thoughts 2023
Palm Sunday. The day we remember the throngs of people who worshiped Jesus as they waved palm branches, shouting, "Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!" Yet it wasn't long before these same people were shouting, "Crucify Him!" How could their adoration so...