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Amy Grant and Michael W Smith perform in Bismarck, ND (Photo by Cari Bousfield)

10 Praise and Worship Songs About Freedom

As our country celebrates its independence each year, I think it's also a great time to reflect on the freedom we, as Christians, have in Christ. One way to do that is through music and I invite you to check out these praise and worship songs that sing about freedom. (Originally published in 2016). 

10 Amazing Female Christian Artists 

There was a time when Christian radio was dominated by male artists, but today there are many new female Christian artists who I've been hearing on the radio lately. Many of them are so young and talented! Here are 10 of my new favorite female Christian artists. (Originally published in 2012). 

10 Christian Bands that Totally Rock 

I love the 80s hairbands, but when I rededicated my life to Christ in the year 2000, I began looking for music that was Christ-centered. Since then, I have discovered some pretty rockin' Christian bands. (Originally published in 2012). 

My Top 10 Best Third Day Songs 

Third Day may no longer be a band, but I still have their CDS, and they remain one of my favorite Christian music artists of all time. (Originally published in 2010). 

My Top 10 Favorite Christmas Songs and From Where They Came 

I love Christmas music and I found it very interesting to find out the origins of some of my favorites! (Originally published in 2009). Also, be sure to check out my Christmas music playlist!

My 10 Favorite Female Christian Artists 

I write about 10 female Christian artists that I have enjoyed through the years. (Originally published in 2011.) 

My Top 10 Coolest Christian Songs Ever

These are all songs that I find to have either interesting lyrics, a cool beat, or are just plain fun. Some of them are even all of the above. (Originally published in 2009). 

My 11 Favorite Worship Songs

It's interesting that even though I originally published this article in 2009, some of the songs remain some of my favorite worship songs of all time. (Originally published in 2009). Check out my favorite Praise and Worship songs playlist! 

Hard-Hitting Truths in the Music of Casting Crowns 

The music of Casting Crowns often deals with the simple and complex truths of having a relationship with Jesus. (Originally published in 2009). 

From Rock and Country Concerts to the Ultimate Worship Experience 

This article details a huge change in my life that greatly influenced the type of music I listened to. I still mostly listen to Christian music but on occasion go back to my 80s roots and 90s country! (Originally published in 2009) 

Robin Mark - Christian Worship Music with Celtic Flavor

Robin Mark is a Christian songwriter, singer, and worship leader from Belfast in Northern Ireland. Because he adds his own Celtic flavor, Mark's music is unique in the genre of contemporary Christian music. His "Revival in Belfast" CD is still one of my all-time favorite albums! (Originally published in 2010). 

The 2011 Dove Award Song of the Year Nominees 

So many good songs were nominated for Song of the Year at the 2011 Dove Awards. Some of them I have nearly forgotten about (like "Let the Waters Rise" by MIKESCHAIR) but others have become timeless worship songs. (Originally published in 2011.) 

MIKESCHAIR (remember them?) performs in Dickinson, ND 
Photo by Cari Bousfield 

My Top 10 Favorite Power Ballads

Though my taste in music has changed over the years, power ballads will forever hold a special place in my heart. All 10 of these songs are packed with raw emotion and a great guitar solo! (Originally published in 2009). 

Seven Rock Stars Who Died at the Age of 27

Read about Janis Joplin, Brian Jones, Jimi Hendrix, and other rock stars who all eerily died at the age of 27. (Originally published in 2010) 

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