JEFF TURNER

Arden, North Carolina (August 9, 2024) — The Kingdom Heirs, beloved for their Southern Gospel harmonies, are making waves this summer with a string of new releases. The renowned Sonlite Records quartet has been thrilling fans with their latest singles, ensuring the season is filled with uplifting music.

Their reimagined version of the classic “Come On In” has been steadily climbing the charts. Following this, the group released the energetic “No Better Time” with its horn-driven groove, and the reflective, country-tinged “Until Prayer Changes Me.” Known as the resident Southern Gospel group at Dollywood for nearly four decades, the Kingdom Heirs are now embracing their roots with a new song that pays homage to the genre’s pioneers.

“‘I Want To Live Like Jesus’ is a quintessential Southern Gospel quartet song penned by Ernie Haase and the late Dianne Wilkinson,” shares Chris Bryant, the group’s lead singer. “Performing this song is a joy, and we are eager to share it with everyone! When we discovered this song among those sent to us a few years ago, we instantly knew it was perfect for us. Dianne has contributed more songs to the Kingdom Heirs than anyone else. Seeing her name on this lyric brought smiles to our faces, and we believe she is smiling down on us, knowing her music continues to inspire.”

With these new singles, the Kingdom Heirs are keeping the spirit of Southern Gospel alive, delivering the timeless sound that their fans cherish.

Sure enough, “I Want To Live Like Jesus” announces its place in the tradition from the opening notes, with a gently swinging rhythm section backing pianist Trey Ivey setting up bass singer Brad Smith’s assertive testimony:

When the Lord first saved me, He gave me a love
For everything the Bible had to say
I learned about Jesus, and all He’s overcome
And that’s when I began to pray
“Master, teach me more than I ever knew before
Show me things I’ve never even seen
I want to follow You in everything I do
A disciple is what I want to be!

that leads to a chorus — and more — sure to remind listeners of the deepest, most solid foundations of the quartet sound.

“It’s a simple message in song,” says Bryant, “that reminds us that, after all He has done for us, we should make it our goal to live for Him and share His message with the world!”

Listen to “I Want To Live Like Jesus” playing throughout the day on Texas Gospel Canada!