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The Power of Christ in Every Believer’s Life

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FLOYD ROGERS

The life that lives inside every believer is Jesus Christ. He existed before time began and will continue forever. No one can defeat or destroy Him, because He holds the power over both life and death. This same Jesus now lives within those who believe in Him, dwelling in their spirits.

When a person accepts salvation, God connects them to His eternal life. It’s like being placed into a flowing river that stretches from eternity past to eternity future. From the moment of salvation, that person becomes part of this never-ending life with Christ.

This eternal connection means believers can always find hope and strength in God’s Word. No matter what happens in life, Christ remains their source of life and peace.

When Christ, who is our life, is revealed, then you also will be revealed with Him in glory.

Colossians 3:4

Sing along to Mark Bishop’s “Now Lazarus Can Sing”

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Arden, North Carolina (June 18, 2025) — Southern Gospel music favorite and GRAMMY-nominated Mark Bishop is known for being a conscientious and inspired songwriter whose unique way of looking at things has led to powerful affirmations of faith and salvation.

Now, Bishop has released a lyric video for his latest release, “Now Lazarus Can Sing,” highlighting the craftsmanship he brings to each song he writes.
“I was watching the news as someone was being ushered through a bunch of shouting reporters, trying to get information from him,” Bishop recalls. “His people led him to a waiting car where he jumped in, and they took off. My songwriter brain kicked in, and for some reason I began to wonder about the story of Lazarus and the questions people would have lined up for hours to ask him.

“He had seen it. And he was standing right here in front of them. How could you not ask him what it was like? I’m sure what he saw was beyond description.”

“Just as important as what he saw… what about how he felt? He was a recipient of perfect love. He lost all of his worry… his doubt… his regrets… everything negative.

“He was no doubt the most changed man in the history of the world.

“And maybe,” the singer-songwriter concludes, “… just maybe… he brought back some other traits… a little bit of residue from heaven. That’s what this song is about; how heaven rubbed off on Lazarus.”

Watch the “Now Lazarus Can Sing” lyric video above and stream it HERE.

The Significance of Caiaphas’ Words in Jesus’ Arrest

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AMY TURNER

John 18:14 records the words of Caiaphas, the high priest, who told the Jewish leaders it would be better for one man to die for the people. This moment marks the beginning of Jesus’ arrest, where both Roman soldiers and Jewish officials played a role. The frequent mention of the Jews in the story is not meant to single out Israel for blame. Instead, it reveals the failure of both Jews and Gentiles to recognise and honour God.

The truth is, the responsibility for Jesus’ death does not rest on one nation or group. Humanity as a whole stands guilty because of sin. All people, separated from God, are in need of redemption. Jesus’ death was not only for the Jewish people but for everyone. As Caiaphas unknowingly pointed out, it was indeed necessary for one man to die to save many. Through His sacrifice, Jesus offered life and hope to the world, a clear sign of God’s mercy and grace.

But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.

Romans 5:8

Living Attentively Through the Holy Spirit

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FLOYD ROGERS

When we speak to someone about a matter that deeply affects them, it’s only natural to expect their full attention. In the same way, whenever God communicates with us, it is always about something meaningful and personal. His words are never without purpose, and because of that, He deserves our complete focus.

Living a life guided by the Holy Spirit means staying open and attentive to God’s voice. It requires keeping our hearts and minds tuned in, ready to hear Him however He chooses to speak. This is not meant to be rare or unusual. For those who follow Christ, it should be the normal way of life — always alert, always listening.

My sheep listen to My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me; and I give them eternal life, and they will never perish; and no one will snatch them out of My hand. My Father, who has given them to Me, is greater than all; and no one is able to snatch them out of the Father’s hand. I and the Father are one.”

John 10:27

Holding to Truth: McKamey Legacy Revives Southern Gospel Sound

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Arden, North Carolina (June 17, 2025) — Few tasks are more difficult in the world of music than striking the right balance between embracing the legacy of a great artist and using it as the foundation for a new generation of music. Summoned into a musical ministry by their own devotion to the canon of Southern Gospel’s beloved McKameys, McKamey Legacy â€” Ruben and Peg McKamey Bean’s daughter, Connie Fortner, her husband Roger and son Eli â€” first drew praise for their ability to blend the old and new in 2022 with their self-titled debut for Horizon Records. Now the trio announces with Holding to Truth, another offering that both extends and renews the familiar McKameys sound.

The album is now available for pre-save/add ahead of its August 1 release.

With homespun yet well-crafted backing on guitars, bass and drums by Roger and Eli, supplemented with just a few additional touches from pianists Jeff Collins and Tyler Vestal, Josh Swift (dobro), acclaimed fiddler Andy Leftwich and legendary multi-instrumentalist David Johnson, Holding to Truth keeps its focus squarely on the signature blend of voices and the enduring Gospel messages they deliver. Indeed, from the opening “To God It’s Nothing New” and its assertive vocal, upbeat energy and powerful theme:

We are always in God’s protection, even in the darkest night
Just when everything goes wrong, He can make it right
Though the winds of the world blow strong and clouds obstruct our view
We are safe in His shelter, to God it’s nothing new 

it’s clear that Holding to Truth is perfectly named.

“We are so excited for our new project to be released,” the trio enthuses. “We believe we have a great variety of songs that will help and encourage all who listen. The songs are brand new, with only a couple of older McKamey songs. The styles range from upbeat, to ballad—to even some bluegrass—but they all have a message of Hope for today.  

“We were also blessed to bring the rest of the original group back (The McKameys) to record a song with us. In reminiscing on God’s goodness through the years, we were reminded we are not home yet and there is still work to do…go tell the Gospel story and carry on. We pray that McKamey Legacy continues doing this in this project and in our ministry and that you will be encouraged and blessed.”Pre-save/add Holding to Truth HERE.

About McKamey Legacy
McKamey Legacy is a family trio from Clinton, Tennessee that came to be after 39 years of full-time touring with the rest of their family, The McKameys. After that group retired in 2019, and after much prayer, group members Connie Fortner (Ruben and Peg’s daughter), her husband, Roger Fortner and their son, Elijah Fortner felt the call from God to continue the legacy of their family and they began traveling and singing again in 2021 as McKamey Legacy. The group will be touring on a part-time basis, performing songs that were loved and most requested from their McKamey days as well as some new songs that fit their message. Sharing the Gospel in song to a lost world and sharing the message of hope to discouraged Christians is their goal, following God in everything that they do and bringing Glory to God in all things done by them.