It was little more than a month ago that The Rogers Family’s “A Place to Spend the Night” made its debut on the Southern Gospel airplay charts, but the Horizon Records recording artists are rolling right along at an assertive pace that follows July’s stately release, “Secret Place,” with a high energy take on the durable favorite, “When Jesus Comes in the Clouds.”
When Jesus Comes In The Clouds – The Rogers Family
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“We are enjoying putting our own spin on this great classic ‘red back’ song,” the group reveals. “It’s been sung in many, many churches across the country, and we are excited to keep it going. It has the true southern gospel sound we love so much, and we’re anxious to share it with you!”
Kicking off with jaunty fiddle from studio legend David Johnson and country-flavored electric guitar from Family member Samuel Shields, “When Jesus Comes in the Clouds” gets off to a lively start. Samuel leads the first two verses and choruses, with sisters Hannah and Rebekah echoing each line and a subtle banjo making its appearance along the way, adding another measure of old-timey feeling. Soon the energy edges even higher, as Rebekah takes over the lead for two more choruses, and by the time the track finishes, listeners will find it hard to stay in their seats and even harder not to tap their feet and sing along.
“‘When Jesus Comes in the Clouds’ takes us back to hearing it as children,” they note, “and it serves as a fresh reminder that ‘all sorrow will be past….when Jesus comes in the clouds!'”
Presence Music and SAPHIRE have teamed up for the release of “Mess of Mine,” a heartfelt new Christian country single available now.
Written by Leah Monson and produced by Tyler Moody, “Mess of Mine” gives voice to the hidden battles many people carry behind closed doors, including depression, anxiety, loneliness, and the pressure to tell the world, “I’m fine,” when life feels anything but.
With warm Christian country instrumentation and emotionally transparent storytelling, the song does not offer quick fixes or easy answers. Instead, “Mess of Mine” creates space for listeners to feel seen while pointing them toward the hope that God does not wait for people to have everything together before drawing near.
Mess of Mine – Presence Music & Saphire
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“This song came from wanting to be honest about the kind of struggle people often hide – the messy house, the messy mind, and the days when you say you’re fine but you’re not really fine,” says Leah Monson of Presence Music. “My hope is that listeners feel permission to be honest with God in those places and remember that He is not afraid of the mess. He sits with us in it and holds what we cannot.”
The single captures the emotional tension of unfinished responsibilities, overwhelming days, and the quiet ache of trying to keep life together while struggling internally. Yet beneath the honesty is a message of grace: healing may be a journey, but no one has to walk through it alone.
“Mess of Mine” continues a season of momentum for Presence Music, a Duluth, Minnesota-based worship collective led by husband-and-wife duo Brandon and Leah Monson. Represented by Aligned Talent Agency and Kingdom Impact Group, Presence Music has built a growing national audience through touring, festival appearances, and collaborations with artists including KJ-52, Stephen Christian of Anberlin, Jason Lancaster, and 7eventh Time Down.
The band has also supported artists such as Ryan Stevenson, Stars Go Dim, Dan Bremnes, and Love & The Outcome while appearing at major Midwest festivals including City on the Hill, ThriveFest, Hills Alive, and Bound for the Kingdom. Their music has received editorial support from Spotify’s Christian Alt, Air1, K-LOVE, and GMA Dove Award New Release playlists, while their recent single “Found in the Hurt” surpassed one million combined streams and video views.
SAPHIRE brings her distinctive voice and heart for authenticity to the collaboration. Known for honest songwriting and a passion for revealing the heart of God through music, SAPHIRE has shared the stage with artists including Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith, We Are Messengers, and Cochren & Co.
“I was honored to be a small part of Leah’s song ‘Mess of Mine’ because mental health awareness has always been a topic I am passionate about,” says SAPHIRE. “This song encapsulates the ups and downs of life – the beautiful and the hard – and I think it’s good for others to hear that it’s okay to sit in the messiness of life.”
Together, Presence Music and SAPHIRE offer more than a song with “Mess of Mine.” They offer an invitation to anyone carrying unseen burdens to stop hiding, breathe again, and remember that God’s grace is present even in the places we would rather cover up.
Christian hip-hop artist and ordained minister TRU-SERVA releases his new single, “Always Look to God” featuring Mike Teezy, available today through Trans4mation Records and distributed by FUGA.
Built around the conviction that God remains faithful even when circumstances feel uncertain, “Always Look to God” encourages listeners to develop the kind of spiritual foundation that can withstand life’s hardest seasons.
Always Look to God – TRU-SERVA & MIKE TEEZY
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The song’s central message is simple:
“Always look to God who won’t fail.”
For TRU-SERVA, that declaration is more than a lyric. It reflects a lifelong dependence on God through adversity, fear and moments when the outcome in front of him appeared impossible.
Drawing inspiration from passages including Psalm 121:1, Hebrews 12:2, Micah 7:7, Psalm 141:8 and Isaiah 17:7, “Always Look to God” repeatedly redirects the listener’s attention away from circumstances and toward the One TRU-SERVA believes remains constant through them.
The imagery behind the song is one of deep roots. When faith is firmly established in God, storms may still come, but they do not have to determine where a person ultimately stands.
That message is deeply personal for TRU-SERVA and is connected to one of the most difficult experiences his family has walked through.
“‘Always Look to God’ is personal for me because I’ve had to live it,” TRU-SERVA says. “When my daughter was born, she was having seizures, and eventually the doctors told us there was no brain activity and that she wasn’t going to make it. As a father, I wanted to fix it, but there was nothing I could do except trust God. We prayed, stood firm and kept our eyes on Him. This year we celebrated her 11th birthday — happy, healthy and full of life.”
That experience helped shape the perspective TRU-SERVA carries into the song: faith is not dependent on circumstances looking favorable, but on knowing where to turn when they do not.
“We’re going to face storms, but when we have deep roots in God, we’re not easily blown over,” he continues. “My hope is that people hear this song, keep looking to Him and know that He won’t fail. Whatever season they’re walking through, I want them to know they can keep their eyes fixed on God and trust Him to help them get to the other side.”
Featuring Mike Teezy, “Always Look to God” pairs TRU-SERVA’s testimony-driven approach with a collaborator he already knew could complement the record.
“Mike Teezy brought a level of professionalism and a smoothness that really fit the song,” TRU-SERVA says. “I’ve worked with him before, I know what he brings, and I appreciate him being part of this record. He helped bring it to life.”
“Always Look to God” also serves as an important piece of TRU-SERVA’s forthcoming full-length album, 30, scheduled to arrive August 30.
For TRU-SERVA, the song’s placement within the project reflects something larger than an individual release. The album looks back across three decades of walking with Christ, including the victories, struggles and lessons that have helped shape both his music and ministry.
“‘Always Look to God’ is one of the foundational songs on 30 because the album reflects 30 years of walking with the Lord — the good times, the struggles and learning what it means to live out the Gospel,” TRU-SERVA says. “We know trials are going to come. That’s why we dig deep roots in the good times — through the Word, prayer and worship — so when the winds and waves of life come, we’re not easily blown over.”
The release continues a significant season of momentum for TRU-SERVA. His previous single, “Somethin’ On The Inside” featuring George Enzy, spent eight consecutive weeks at No. 1 on the Christian Music Weekly Rhythmic chart, marking one of the strongest radio milestones of his career.
Meanwhile, “Put In Work” featuring Steven Malcolm continues its Christian radio campaign, earning airplay and support from outlets including NGEN Radio, ChristianHits.Net, The Effect Radio, WBFJ 89.3, WJLZ The Current, TiM FM and additional Christian rhythmic and hip-hop outlets.
TRU-SERVA also recently released “Don’t Knock It” with One Step Moore featuring De La Cruz and Xay Hill, continuing a series of releases building toward 30.
Together, the songs represent different dimensions of a common story: faith expressed through action, transformation through Christ, perseverance through difficult seasons and a life continually directed back toward God.
“Always Look to God” was written by Marcus Montana, George Ensminger and Michael Tyree. The track was produced by Marcus Montana, George Ensminger and Casey Golden, with Golden also handling recording, mixing and mastering at Good Look Studios in Minneapolis. Jamie Nicholas created the cover artwork, while Marcus Montana and Maverick Montana served as executive producers.
Nigerian gospel music ministerNiyi Ikuomola features Gladysingz to release an inspiring song titled “He Has Settled It,” a vibrant gospel anthem that combines faith, declaration, testimony, and joyful thanksgiving.
The song encourages believers to remain confident in God even when they are surrounded by trials, unanswered questions, and difficult circumstances.
The song draws inspiration from the biblical promise that those who ask shall receive, reinforcing the importance of trusting God during seasons of waiting. It presents God as the Alpha and Omega, the One who sees the beginning and the end and remains completely in control of every situation.
“He Has Settled It” shifts attention from the challenges believers face to the assurance that God remains faithful to His Word and brings every situation to a divine conclusion.
The song reminds listeners that faith does not depend solely on what is visible but rests on confidence in the One who is faithful to His promises.
“He Has Settled It” is a faith-filled gospel song that speaks directly to believers experiencing trials, waiting seasons, and situations that appear difficult to resolve.
The song’s message develops through three distinct expressions: faith during difficult times, declaration of divine resolution, and celebration through praise. This progression makes the song both an encouragement for those who are waiting and a praise anthem for those celebrating God’s faithfulness.
The song ultimately encourages believers to praise God not only because of what He has already done but also because of their confidence in what He is yet to do.
Nigerian Christian Afro-hip-hop duo Tru Mantra officially unveils their debut album, titled “Light Work,” a dynamic 12-track project that blends Christian faith, Nigerian culture, contemporary Afro-hip-hop, and authentic storytelling into a refreshing and purpose-driven musical experience.
Comprising Lanre Abiose and Tony Okwechime, Tru Mantra continues to establish a distinctive musical identity through a compelling fusion of lyrical rap, memorable melodies, infectious Afro-inspired rhythms, and relatable narratives. Drawing from their Christian faith, Nigerian heritage, and diverse life experiences, the duo creates music that speaks honestly to everyday realities while pointing listeners toward hope, purpose, faith, and positive influence.
Built around the guiding mission “Light music in a dark world,”Light Work goes beyond being a debut album. Instead, it serves as a musical expression of Tru Mantra’s desire to use their sound as a vessel for encouragement, inspiration, and the message of Christ. Through their music, the duo brings a message of light into the everyday experiences, struggles, relationships, and decisions that shape people’s lives.
“Light Work” is a Christian Afro-hip-hop album that combines faith-filled messages with contemporary African sounds and real-life storytelling.
At its core, the project explores what it means to live as a light in a world filled with challenges, uncertainty, distractions, and competing influences. Through rap, melodies, Afro-inspired rhythms, and culturally relevant expressions, Tru Mantra communicates messages that remain grounded in their Christian faith while connecting with everyday experiences.
Moreover, the album does not limit its message to traditional worship themes. Instead, it explores relationships, purpose, identity, perseverance, gratitude, personal growth, and the realities of everyday life. As a result, Light Work presents Christian music in a way that feels relatable, contemporary, culturally authentic, and accessible to a wider audience.
Christian husband-and-wife duo Alabaster Grace has released “You Are Faithful” to Christian radio. Written by Joan and Brad Perry and produced by multiple Dove Award recipient Chris Bevins, the Christian AC track delivers a confident declaration of trust in God through seasons of struggle, uncertainty, and spiritual battle.
“‘You Are Faithful’ was birthed during a time of prayer and supplication when going through personal difficulties,” Joanie and Brad Perry share. “From the beginning, this song flows with a sense of God’s faithfulness. Although we experience times of struggle and even battles, we are victorious because of who we are in Christ.”
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That sense of battle and victory is woven throughout the song, both lyrically and musically. A driving, military-influenced drum pattern gives “You Are Faithful” a steady forward momentum as the lyrics move from weariness and conflict toward confidence in God’s promises. Lines including “Stand firm and see salvation from on high” and “Now we are marching onward toward the prize / Fit with the armor of our King” reinforce the song’s themes of perseverance, spiritual warfare, and the protection found in God.
At the center of the song is a simple declaration that anchors its message: “You are faithful / You are wonderful / You are God.” The bridge builds that declaration into a prayer for God to “tear down the walls” and “move every mountain,” ultimately proclaiming the victory of Jesus.
The song draws particular inspiration from 2 Timothy 2:11-13, including the assurance that even “if we are faithless, He remains faithful.” For Alabaster Grace, that biblical truth provides the foundation for a song intended not simply to acknowledge hardship, but to remind believers who God is in the middle of it.
Producer Chris Bevins describes the song as a bold expression of that confidence.
“Alabaster Grace is walking into this new season of uncertainty with a bold embrace of God’s promises. He is with us and He is faithful!” Bevins says. “Joanie and Brad are singing and playing a new song of truth and of a secure faith, that we have victory in our lives thanks to the goodness of God. Turn it up, and join them as they thank Him for His promises and worship Him for His kindness and love!”
Joanie Perry, Alabaster Grace’s primary lyricist, initially penned the song, while Brad Perry developed the guitar parts, bridge, and additional instrumental ideas. The husband-and-wife team continued shaping the arrangement with Bevins, whose credits include work with Selah, Salvador, Jaci Velasquez, and Christine D’Clario.
The collaboration reflects the distinctive partnership behind Alabaster Grace. Brad, an award-winning former NASA rocket scientist who trained astronauts and worked on the International Space Station, and Joanie, a former educator, bring an uncommon combination of backgrounds to their Christian music ministry. Together, they create worship-focused music rooted in Scripture and designed to encourage believers to trust God more fully and live their faith with confidence.
With “You Are Faithful,” Alabaster Grace turns that mission into a rallying declaration for anyone facing a battle: God remains faithful, Christ is victorious, and His people can continue marching forward in faith.
Anchoring the Heart in Hope, the third installment in the uniquely crafted Every Moment Holy: Prayer Songs series (inspired by Douglas Kaine McKelvey’s bestselling Every Moment Holy books), is set for release August 28. Produced by Unspoken’s Jon Lowry and co-penned by McKelvey and Lowry, the 14-song collection marks the first Every Moment Holy: Prayer Songs project to dive deeply into a single topic.
A lyrical and musical interpretation of a prayer cycle found in the second book, Every Moment Holy: Death, Grief & Hope, the 2026 Q3 Anchoring the Heart in Hope recording — like the original prayers — is intended to kindle a light of eternal Hope for those who find themselves in the valley of the shadow.
As with previous Every Moment Holy: Prayer Songs releases, the latest selections are offered as aids to contemplative, personal prayer and were carefully designed to be seamlessly loopable when a track is set on “repeat.” While Lowry and McKelvey orchestrated the new project as a cohesive, 14-part movement, songs such as “Convince Me,” “Let Visions of Our Pending Joy,” and “O My Soul Be Anchored” are also fitting for corporate worship settings.
“We wanted these songs to be personal expressions relevant to any Christ-follower enduring a season of struggle,” McKelvey explains. “But during the songwriting process we had a particular passion that they might become a source of deep comfort and anchoring encouragement to individuals navigating the end of life, as well as for those who might be caring for a dying loved one, or ministering in a hospice situation.”
“In the end, these are truths that each of our hearts might dwell on and be shaped by, in any season of life,” he adds. “Our hope for these songs is that they might serve to wear permanent grooves in the souls of those who meditate on them, such that in their hours of need, these ready expressions will arise in their memories as channels along which grace and hope and joy and prayer might flow.”
Offering insight into the collection’s songwriting process, Lowry shares, “In Every Moment Holy: New Liturgies for Daily Life, Doug has a prayer ‘For the Writing of Liturgies.’ It begins with the line, ‘How fearful a vocation is the writing of liturgies, O Lord, for it presumes the shaping of words that others will speak to You.’ I sat down at my piano with that prayer in front of me, feeling fearful and daunted at the prospect of crafting melodies and fitting words to them that the children of the living God might sing in prayer to Him. I knew I needed a prayer song for myself before I dared write a melody for anyone else. Out of that desire to faithfully steward this good work set before me, I wrote the prayer song ‘Every Moment Holy’ for the first album release, and it has become an anthem for me before any creative endeavor, including the crafting of these new songs.”
The latest volume in an ongoing music series launched with the goal of releasing four prayer-song albums per year, 2026 Q3 Anchoring the Heart in Hope takes its place alongside January’s 20-song 2026 Q1 and May’s 10-song 2026 Q2 projects. The two prior offerings feature topically diverse selections from the book series, including songs for daily table blessings, road trips, stargazing, bedtime with children, worship, communion, and a host of other familiar life moments and experiences.
This fall McKelvey and book illustrator Ned Bustard, along with Jon Lowry and other musical guests, are set to bring Every Moment Holy: The Live Experience to multiple US cities from late August through mid-November. A compelling weave of live music, personal storytelling, and prayers from the Every Moment Holy series, the live event is structured as a shared journey, carving out a space in which participants might acknowledge the reality of loss, disappointment, and sorrow, while reawakening to the greater story and abiding Hope of divine redemption.
By Design, the Nashville-based modern music company founded by Josh Bailey, Josh Thompson, Rod Riley and Jeremy Holley, signs its first five songwriters to its roster, joining an already established lineup of artist-songwriters. Austin Cain, Chris August, Jillian Edwards and Jon White join in partnership with Sony Music Publishing, while Alison Turner signs a co-publishing deal directly to By Design Music Publishing.
The publishing arm is led by By Design’s Vice President of Publishing and A&R, Josh Pauley.
“Great songwriting requires exceptional craft and an environment built to sustain it,” said Pauley. “We signed Alison, Austin, Chris, Jillian and Jon because their talent and creativity is undeniable. Our role isn’t to over-engineer the creative process, but to eliminate friction and give them the strategic partnership to operate at their absolute best.”
“By Design exists to give creators the space to unlock their God-given design,” said co-founders Bailey and Thompson. “These five writers shape culture through purpose-driven storytelling, and they are the reason we built this. Sony gives us the global reach to back them at scale, and Josh Pauley gives them the hands-on support and leadership that great songs are built on.”
“Our passion for songwriters and great songs drives everything we do, and By Design shares that same spirit,” said Rusty Gaston, CEO of Sony Music Publishing Nashville. “This group of writers is a statement of intent, and we’re proud to champion them alongside the entire By Design team.”
Alison Turner is a 23-year-old Nashville-based songwriter by way of California’s Bay Area who pairs faith-forward storytelling with hook-driven country. Before graduating from Belmont University, Turner co-wrote “Good for Nothing,” later recorded by Cory Asbury.
Photo ID (L-R): Front Row: Josh Pauley, Austin Cain, Josh Bailey
Back Row: Jeremy Holley, Josh Thompson, Hayley McGee
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Memphis-born songwriter and producer Austin Cain has spent eight years building a reputation in Nashville for drawing authenticity out of every artist he works with. His writing and production credits include Josiah Queen, Franni Cash, Caleb & John and Thunderstorm Artis, as well as touring alongside The Band CAMINO and Stephen Sanchez.
Photo ID (L-R): Front Row: Josh Pauley, Chris August, Josh Bailey
Back Row: Jeremy Holley, Josh Thompson, Hayley McGee
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Chris August brings more than 25 years in the industry to the roster, transitioning from an award-winning artist to one of Nashville’s most sought-after writers and producers. His cuts include Keith Urban’s “God Whispered Your Name” and work for Pentatonix, Ben Rector, Hootie & the Blowfish, Mac Powell and Tenille Arts, plus his own hits like “Starry Night” and “7×70.”
Photo ID (L-R): Front Row: Josh Pauley, Jillian Edwards, Josh Bailey
Back Row: Jeremy Holley, Josh Thompson, Hayley McGee
Photo Courtesy of By Design Music
Texas native Jillian Edwards writes from the perspective of faith, motherhood and finding beauty in the ordinary. Her catalog spans multiple Billboard-charting releases and placements across “Grey’s Anatomy,” “Nashville,” “Pretty Little Liars” and the Disney+ film “Out of My Mind.”
Photo ID (L-R): Front Row: Josh Pauley, Jon White, Josh Bailey
Back Row: Josh Thompson, Jeremy Holley, Hayley McGee
Photo Courtesy of By Design Music
Jon White is a songwriter and producer with more than 1 billion career streams, best known as co-founder of the Dove Awards-nominated duo Capital Kings. He has written and produced with Anne-Marie, TobyMac, Noah Cyrus and the late Liam Payne, among others.
The writers join By Design alongside a genre-spanning artist roster that includes GRAMMY Award-winning rock band Switchfoot, chart-topping country hitmaker Frankie Ballard, singer-songwriter Alex Jude and pop-folk storyteller Zoe Levert. By Design operates within a broader ecosystem that also includes Archetype Music, a music rights holding company, and Blueprint, a nonprofit equipping creators.
Nigerian pastor and founder of Jerry Eze, Jerry Eze, has joined the Board of Directors of Heirs Life Assurance, one of Nigeria’s leading life insurance companies, as an Independent Non-Executive Director.
The appointment adds a new dimension to Pastor Jerry Eze’s growing influence beyond ministry, bringing his leadership experience, public engagement, and commitment to social impact into the corporate sector.
Eze is widely known for NSPPD (New Season Prophetic Prayers and Declarations), a daily prayer platform that has attracted a global audience and established him as one of Nigeria’s prominent contemporary Christian voices.
His appointment to the Heirs Life Assurance board reflects the increasing intersection between faith-based leadership, entrepreneurship, governance, and social impact in Nigeria’s corporate environment.
As an Independent Non-Executive Director, Eze will be expected to contribute an objective perspective to the company’s governance and strategic direction while maintaining independence from the company’s executive management.
The appointment also comes at a time when Heirs Life continues to position itself as a major player in Nigeria’s insurance sector, providing life insurance solutions designed to offer financial protection and security to individuals and families.
For Eze, the new role represents an opportunity to bring his leadership experience into a different sphere while continuing his wider commitment to positively impacting lives.
His journey from pastoral ministry and the rapidly growing NSPPD platform into a formal corporate governance role is likely to generate significant interest within both Nigeria’s Christian community and the wider business sector.
The appointment further highlights the expanding profile of Nigerian faith leaders whose work now extends into areas of business, leadership, philanthropy, media, and national development.
Gospel recording artist Anny has officially released a bright, colour-filled music video for the single, “Take the Praise,” a song which serves as a joyful declaration of gratitude and thanksgiving to Jesus.
Designed as a vibrant anthem of appreciation, “Take the Praise” captures the heart of worship through infectious rhythm and powerful expression. The song reflects on divine goodness, emphasizing that no amount of music or thanksgiving is ever quite enough to match the magnitude of God’s blessings and miracles.
The accompanying music video, directed by the acclaimed Bizzle & Frizzle Films, brings a dynamic, visually captivating concept to life. In a clever and playful creative twist, viewers watching the backing band—Anny & the Hossana Singers—will notice that the entire ensemble is made up of clone performances of Anny herself, multiplying the energy and visual impact of the performance.
“For everything that you have done and for all the big miracles that you do. For the rhythm and the song, all my thanksgiving, they won’t be enough… Hosanna! Hosanna! Hosanna! Jesus take the praise!”
