Casting Crowns - Lifesong (CD)

Simply Awesome

By JohnJ  Jul 3, 2006 | 1 out of 1 found this Lifesong review helpful

Pros: Powerful words, uplifting music

Cons: When is the next release by Casting Crowns :(

One of the best contemporary Christian albums ever....A collection of Praise & Worship and Gospel songs...this album is made up of Powerful words, uplifting beats, honest confessions, even a few warnings to lukewarm Christians.... Some of my favorit...e songs: "Praise you in this storm" builds on the theme that its ok and "normal" for Christians to suffer and fail...that God is still with you, inspite of all indications to the contrary....great listen for those who're going through situations... "Set me free" is about a humble soul in the depths of sin and depravity calling out to Jesus to rescue...the way the tempo builds up, as Jesus comes close to the demon possessed man is remarkable... "In me" is about trying to gloat in our weeknesses as we go out and evangelize.....His strength is more than enough to sustain us...The short solo by a child artist is fresh and beautiful... "Father, Spirit, Jesus" is a worship duet as we worship God not just with our words, but also our lives.... "Love them like Jesus" is about Christians making a difference in the lives of fellow Christians who suffer..it subtly, ever so subtly warns against judging others as "You don’t need the answers to all of life’s questions" "While you were sleeping" is about three places: Bethlehem, Jerusalem and the United States.Its about how Bethlehem and Jerusalem were oblivious as pivotal events in the history of this planet unfolded around them...The birth of Jesus Christ and his crucifixion....it also looks to a future event : the second coming of Jesus Christ and asks the United States "will you be sleeping" when that event happens...also carries a strong message against abortion...warns Christians to wake up from their spiritual slumber... Overall an excellent album, probably deserves 10 stars. Read more Less