Christopher Reed of Debra Perry & Jaidyn’s Call has been facing health challenges for several months. Recently, he shared an update about his condition.
Reed underwent a liver biopsy last week and had asked for prayers from his supporters. He remains steadfast in his faith, stating, “The devil is a liar and God is still on his throne.”
Addressing concerns about his health, Reed clarified his diagnosis. “I do not have cirrhosis of the liver. I do not have cirrhosis of the liver,” he emphasized. Instead, doctors have diagnosed him with fatty liver and mild fibrosis, which is considered stage one. He explained, “It is something that can be reversible.”
Reed views this diagnosis as a crucial moment in his life. “I’m going to tell you right now, it’s been a very, very big wake-up call,” he admitted.
Despite the challenges, Reed remains hopeful and determined to take the necessary steps toward improving his health. His supporters continue to stand by him in prayer and encouragement as he navigates this journey to recovery.
Joseph Habedank is a singer who has openly talked about his own journey of getting better from addiction. Now, he uses his experiences to help others who are also in recovery.
One important part of his work is connecting with people in recovery at his concerts. Habedank explains, “The ministry that we get to see on a nightly basis, that we get to help addicts, alcoholics, their families. We’ve got a lady named Brenda in our office who invites local recovery groups to every concert in every town that we go to. And so almost every night we have 20 or 30 people from a local rehab, whether it be a Christian rehab or even a secular rehab sometimes. And it’s so amazing to watch how differently they worship than church people because they know what it’s like to be at rock bottom and they know what it’s like to be free”.
It’s important to him to connect with people who understand what it means to struggle and find freedom. The people from recovery backgrounds often have a deep understanding of what it is like to feel hopeless and then find a way to change their lives.
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His music also reflects this message of hope and change. In his latest song “Jesus walked in (feat. Chris Blue),” the lyrics tell stories of difficult situations being turned around. For example, the song talks about a “sick girl” whose “hope was Gone” until “Jesus walk in change everything”. It also describes someone who felt like a “prisoner locked up in Chains” who thought they would “never be free” until “Jesus walk in” and “change everything”.
People struggling with addiction often feel trapped by their choices, like they are in chains. There can be moments when it feels like the story has come to an end, and there is no hope left. However, just as the song describes Jesus walking in and changing things, many people in recovery experience a turning point that brings them hope and freedom.
The lyrics emphasizes that “when he’s in the room nothing’s the same.” This idea of things changing when hope enters a situation is central to the message of recovery. Habedank’s ministry and his music both aim to show people that even in the darkest moments, change is possible. They highlight the feeling of knowing what it’s like to be at your lowest point and then experiencing the joy of becoming free.
Mark Bishop’s New Song Highlights the Blessing of Grandchildren, and he has released a new music video celebrating the joy of grandchildren. His song, titled Grandkids, reflects on the deep and unique love that comes with being a grandparent.
Bishop recalls that before he experienced this love firsthand, many people told him there was nothing like it. At first, he was skeptical, believing that his love for his wife and daughters was as strong as love could be. However, when his first grandchild was born, he realized that it was, in fact, a new kind of love. His song captures this feeling, expressing gratitude for the blessing that grandchildren bring into a family. One of the lyrics states, “God’s had a lot of great ideas, but the one I think I love the most, has to be grandkids.”
The music video for Grandkids features clips sent in by fans, showcasing moments between grandparents and their grandchildren. Bishop wanted to include real-life experiences in the video to reflect the emotions behind the song.
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Mark Bishop’s Legacy in Gospel Music
Mark has been a prominent name in Christian music for forty years. A Grammy-nominated and Dove Award-winning artist, he has been writing and recording songs that inspire believers worldwide. He lives in east-central Kentucky with his wife, Carolyn.
His career began in 1984 with The Bishops, a family group he formed with his father and brother. Over seventeen years, they recorded numerous songs that became well known in the Gospel music industry. They were featured on television programs such as Nashville Now, Crook and Chase, The Grand Ole Opry, and The Bill Gaither Homecoming series. The group achieved multiple chart-topping songs and industry awards.
Mark wrote many of the group’s well-loved songs and continues to write music for other Christian artists. His solo career, which began after the family group retired in 2001, has been equally successful. He was named “Soloist of the Year” at the Singing News Fan Awards in 2005, and his 2020 album Beautiful Day was a Grammy nominee for Best Roots Gospel Album. In 2022, he received the J.D. Sumner Living Legend Award from SGN Scoops Magazine.
A Message for Christian Families
For Christians, songs like Grandkids serve as reminders of the blessings that God provides through family. The song emphasizes the joy that comes from seeing the next generation grow and learn. It also highlights the special role grandparents play in sharing wisdom and faith with their grandchildren.
As families continue to navigate the challenges of modern life, music like Bishop’s offers encouragement and a reason to reflect on the importance of faith and love.
The Southern Gospel family has long recognized the talents of Jim and Melissa Brady. Their journey together is one of passion for ministry through song. From their individual musical beginnings to their time with The Shulers and The Booth Brothers, and now as a duet, Jim and Melissa have touched many with their music.
Their latest single, “Jesus Stays,” offers a message of constant support and faithfulness. Melissa Brady shared her thoughts on the song, saying, “I love the line, he’ll never leave you. He’ll never forsake you. He’s always there.”
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These words reflect Matthew 28:20 that tells us, “…follow all that I commanded you; and behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”(NASB.) The lyrics of the Brady’s song says that even, “in the dark night of the soul when disappointments all you know and your hopes and dreams have all been stripped away,” there is unwavering companionship. The lyrics reassure listeners that “He’ll never leave you. He’ll never forsake you. You’ll never face this world alone.”
Melissa further explained the personal connection to this message, saying, “Because if we can say anything from the past year, actually from our entire lives, the Lord has walked with us every step of the journey, whatever hardship we have faced, he’s always been there.”
The song’s comforting words continue, reminding listeners that “Down every road, he’s right beside you. Everywhere you go, and even when the journey leads to an unexpected place. Every second, every minute, every hour of every day, Jesus stays.” This repetition reinforces the idea of an ever-present support, regardless of life’s challenges.
Through their music, Jim and Melissa Brady share a message of hope and the certainty that, as the title states, “Jesus Stays”.
Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers have released “Even Better When You Listen” as part of their new project, “Thankful and Blessed”. This marks the second release from a collection of Gospel and sacred songs.
The lyrics of “Even Better When You Listen” convey a message centered on the importance of listening to God in prayer. The song opens by telling the listener that going to God in prayer is a blessing and emphasizes the constant presence of God when his name is called in faith. The lyrics go further into what it means to pray, that it should be a “two-way conversation”.
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The core message is in the repeated lines, “It’s good to talk to Jesus. It’s even better when you listen. You can hear the Holy Spirit. If you just pay attention, make the choice to hear his voice. Find out what you’ve been missing.” While vocalizing prayers and concerns is valuable, actively listening for divine guidance is presented as an even more profound aspect of faith. The lyrics encourage listeners to “stop what you’re doing” and “walk out all the noise” to allow “the holy words of Jesus” to fill their hearts.
The tune then asks us to consider that God holds the answers to what individuals seek, but understanding His plan requires giving Him “time to speak.” The repetition of the chorus reinforces the central theme of actively listening to perceive the Holy Spirit’s voice. The outro includes direct exhortations to listeners, urging “children listen,” “brother listen,” and “sister listen”.
The new project, “Thankful and Blessed,” includes a version of “I Am Blessed” and a new song, “Lord I’m Thankful,” alongside eight other new compositions.
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“This is the confidence which we have before Him, that, if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us” (1 John 5:14, NASB).
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