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Oklahoma Trio Sound Street Transforms Beloved Worship Anthem Goodness of God Into Intimate Musical Experience

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JEFF TURNER

The Oklahoma-based gospel trio Sound Street’s new project is taking a decidedly different direction from their recent Dixieland-influenced track. The group has turned their attention to reimagining one of contemporary Christian music’s most cherished worship songs.

This new endeavor represents a significant departure from the upbeat, traditional sound that characterized their previous work. Instead of building on that momentum, Sound Street has chosen to explore quieter, more contemplative musical territory with their version of the 2023 Dove Award-recognized composition that has become a modern worship standard.

“Goodness of God” wins Song Of The Year at the 54th Annual GMA Dove Awards in Nashville, TN.

The decision to record this particular song stems from years of live performance experience. The trio has been incorporating the worship anthem into their concerts and ministry events for four years, witnessing firsthand how audiences respond to its message of faith.

Working alongside producer Roger Talley, Sound Street crafted an arrangement that prioritizes accessibility and emotional resonance. Talley, who also provided keyboard accompaniment for the recording, helped the trio develop a musical approach that feels authentic to their artistic identity while serving the song’s spiritual purpose. The production philosophy centered on creating space for listeners to engage with the worship experience, regardless of their physical location or circumstances.

The recording showcases the vocal talents of Jaylie Vanderslice, the youngest member of the three-person ensemble. Her delivery carries a remarkable confidence that goes beyond her years, acknowledging her relative youth while affirming her deep conviction.

The musical arrangement, including cello work by session musician David Johnson, enhances rather than overshadows the message.

Sound Street consists of Jarrod Vanderslice, his daughter Jaylie, and longtime family friend Ryan Bilby. Since forming in July 2020, the trio has built a substantial following within southern gospel circles.

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Living in the Blessings of God’s Love

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JEFF TURNER

Romans 8 assures Christians that nothing can ever separate them from the love of God, a truth that brings great comfort. However, Jude 21 tells believers to “keep yourselves in the love of God,” which may seem to present a conflict. These passages, though, address different aspects of the Christian life.

Romans 8 speaks about the security of salvation. Once a person is saved, nothing can remove them from God’s love. Jude, on the other hand, is speaking to those who are already secure in Christ. He is urging believers to remain in a place where they can experience the blessings that come through living faithfully. Jude even encourages them to “build yourselves up in your most holy faith” Jude 20 points to growing in biblical truth and obedience.

The call is not about earning salvation but about living in a way that allows the love of God to be fully experienced.

If you keep My commandments, you will remain in My love; just as I have kept My Father’s commandments and remain in His love.

John 15:10

The Cross as the Lasting Proof of God’s Love

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FLOYD ROGERS

The depth of God’s love was made clear when He sent His Son, Jesus, to die for humanity’s sins. No request a person makes in prayer, no matter how important it seems, will ever require a greater act of love than what God has already shown through the sacrifice at Calvary. The offering of Jesus was a selfless and unmatched gift, showing the extent of God’s care for people.

Since God has already given His greatest gift, every other blessing or need we bring to Him is smaller in comparison. This truth makes it difficult to doubt His love. When faced with uncertainty about God’s care or goodness, one need only reflect on the cross to see undeniable evidence of His love.

“For God so loved the world, that He gave His only Son, so that everyone who believes in Him will not perish, but have eternal life.

John 3:16

The Kingsmen’s ‘Go and Tell Somebody’ brings together heart, stories and worship

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Arden, North Carolina (August 1, 2025) — They may be in the middle of a busy touring season, but Southern Gospel legends, the Kingsmen, haven’t forgotten their wider audience. With the release of their latest Horizon Records single, “Go and Tell Somebody,” the quartet continues to take long-time fans down some familiar byways even as they reach out to new ones with renewed attention to their magnificent catalog.

“One of our desires approaching our 70th anniversary has been to bring some of the old Kingsmen hits and fan favorites up to date so we can keep singing them for many more years,” the group observes. “So many of these songs are still fresh and exciting for today’s audiences, and just enough inventive tweaking makes them new all over again.”

For “Go and Tell Somebody,” that tweaking manifests itself in a livelier tempo that reflects the urgency of the song’s plea — though those familiar with the original will be reassured to learn that its signature harmonica part, performed here by renowned multi-instrumentalist David Johnson, has accompanied the song into its new setting. The result has more energy than ever, as the group’s members take turns offering its simple, yet profound Biblical lesson:

There once was a blind man, the Lord gave him sight.
He had to tell somebody, he couldn’t keep it quiet.
For once He’s touched you, you’re never the same,
You gotta tell somebody, you gotta praise His name.
Go and tell somebody what He’s done for you.
Go and tell somebody what the Lord can do.
How He gave you vict’ry, how He’s brought you through.
Go and tell somebody what He’s done for you.

“‘Go and Tell Somebody’ has heart, energy, stories, and worship all wrapped up in one song,” notes the quartet. “We are thrilled to reintroduce this Jeff Gibson classic to the Christian music world.”

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God’s Perfect Love and Unchanging Holiness

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FLOYD ROGERS

God’s nature is, above all, loving. Love is not something God does occasionally — it is a constant part of who He is. The Bible describes God as light, with no trace of darkness in Him. This means there is no evil, sin, or imperfection within God’s character. Everything about Him is pure, holy, and right.

Because God is completely holy and perfect, it is impossible for Him to act unjustly or harmfully toward any of His children. His holiness ensures that all His actions are good, and His love guarantees care and fairness. No situation would ever cause God to mistreat those who belong to Him.

This is the message we have heard from Him and announce to you, that God is Light, and in Him there is no darkness at all.

1 John 1:5