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StowTown Records partners with The Craguns on release of new album

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JEFF TURNER

The Craguns have begun a partnership with StowTown Records. Their first album with the label, Steadfast Love, is now available.

For the past decade, The Craguns have shared the Gospel through their music ministry. The family has performed on many prominent stages across the country. Their warm vocal harmony has become a recognizable part of their music.

Jordan Cragun spoke about working with StowTown Records. “We are honoured to partner with one of the premier record labels in gospel music to help take these songs to the world,” he said. “We are so excited about this new music and truly believe this is one of the strongest collections of lyrics we’ve ever brought together on a single record.”

Steadfast Love contains 12 songs. Wayne Haun produced the album. He has received multiple GRAMMY® nominations and has won Dove Awards. The album includes songs written by Dallas Holm, Sue C. Smith and Stuart Hamblen.

The song “Faithful” was released to radio in January. Joel Lindsey and Caleb Collins wrote it together. The song begins with a gentle introduction and builds into harmonies. The album ends with “My Faith Still Holds,” written by Bill and Gloria Gaither.

Wayne Haun is both the producer and a StowTown label executive. He shared his thoughts about The Craguns. “I’m always excited to work with new young talent, and The Craguns are already proving they’re a force to be reckoned with,” he said. “Their blend is that unexplainable musical phenomenon that happens when a family sings together. Couple that with their ability to communicate these powerful lyrics and a long-lasting career is well on its way.”

Jordan Cragun thanked Wayne Haun for his work. “We have to give a huge shoutout to Wayne Haun for his incredible production on this album,” he said. He added, “Our deepest desire is that this record would be a blessing to every listener and serve as a reminder, each time they listen, of God’s steadfast love.”

Sony/Provident distributes the album exclusively. Steadfast Love is available at digital and retail outlets worldwide.

Living with Diligence and Hope in a Changing World

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ANDY ANDERSON

The book of Second Peter reminds believers to remain faithful in a world that is quickly moving away from God. Peter writes to Christians who were scattered and suffering because of persecution. These early followers of Jesus were forced to leave their homes and begin new lives in strange places. They faced new languages, unfamiliar customs, and at times open hostility. Yet Peter’s message to them, and to us, is that their faith could give them the strength to remain steady through it all.

Peter explains that one day “the heavens will pass away with a great noise,” and the earth and all its works will be burned up. Consider this description of the end and what that means to readers. Doesn’t this tell us that everything around us is temporary? Peter asks a simple but serious question: what kind of people should we be while we wait for that day? His answer: We must live in holiness and godliness.

God’s people must make time to study, pray, and think deeply on His word. In a busy world that pulls us in every direction, believers are called to slow down and stay close to Scripture. The Bible is the one thing that keeps us grounded when everything else changes.

The letter also reminds us that God is patient. Some people mock the idea that Christ will return, saying that too much time has passed. But Peter says that God’s sense of time is not like ours. To Him, one day is as a thousand years. The “delay” in Christ’s return is not a failure of promise; it is a sign of mercy. God’s timing is not always what we want, or what we think it should be..

Peter calls believers to live in three ways: to be diligent, to be hopeful, and to be informed.

To be diligent means to make every effort to live in peace, free from blame, and faithful to Christ. This kind of peace is not found in the world but in a right relationship with God. The peace of Christ allows a person to rest even when the world feels uncertain.

To be hopeful is to trust that God’s timing serves a purpose. Consider, every day that passes without Christ’s return is another day for someone to find salvation. This hope should comfort believers as they wait for the new heavens and the new earth, where righteousness will dwell.

To be informed means to stay grounded in the word of God. Peter warns that some people twist the Scriptures for their own gain or misunderstanding. Christians must take time to learn what the Bible really says so they can stand firm and help others understand the truth. A believer who knows God’s word can explain their faith clearly and live it out with confidence.

In the end, Peter’s message is steady and simple. The world will not last forever, but those who belong to Christ have a secure hope. Until that final day, we must live with diligence, hope, and knowledge.

Therefore, my beloved brothers and sisters, be firm, immovable, always excelling in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.

1 Corinthians 15:58

Finding Security in an Eternal God

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DON HEBERT

Many Christians know the hymn Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing. Its words are more than just poetry. They are a prayer, a story, and a reminder of God’s grace. The hymn speaks of wandering hearts, divine rescue, and the call for God to “tune our hearts” to sing His grace. It reminds believers that when we feel spiritually distant or dull, God can restore our voice in prayer and renew our hearts in worship.

Words: Robert Robinson Music: Traditional American melody; John Wyeth’s Repository of Sacred Music Vocalists: Hannah Park, Deb Victa, and Philip Webb Instrumentalists: Cathy Biagini – Cello, Sarah Biagini – Violin, Trina Hodgson – Cello and Ben Mason – Piano

Many believers go through seasons when they feel dry or disconnected from God. Psalm 90 helps us draw near again, reminding us of God’s eternal nature and our short lives on earth.

Psalm 90, written by Moses, is a prayer that contrasts God’s eternity with human frailty. It begins with praise: “Lord, you have been our dwelling place in all generations.” God Himself is the home and safety of His people. Across all times and cultures, God remains a constant refuge. Though the world is unstable and uncertain, our true security is not found in material things but in the everlasting God who never changes.

Before the world began, God existed. Even the mountains, which seem ancient and unmovable, were formed by Him. From “everlasting to everlasting,” He is God. Because of that, there is no moment in history or place on earth where He is absent. He is the creator, sustainer, and protector of all life. This should give comfort to those who feel forgotten or unsettled. God is near and never loses sight of His children.

The psalm then reminds us that life is brief. Humans return to dust, as God said in Genesis 3. Even the longest human life is short compared to God’s eternal being. A thousand years to Him are like a single day to us. Our days pass quickly, like grass that grows in the morning and withers by evening. Recognizing how short life is should humble us and lead us to wisdom.

Moses also acknowledged that death entered the world because of sin. The wrath of God against sin is real. Because of this, unbelief and disobedience are moral matters. Sin is not only wrongdoing but rejection of the God who gives life. Yet the message also points to hope: through Jesus Christ, believers are freed from God’s wrath. Jesus bore that judgment on the cross so that those who trust in Him live under grace, not condemnation.

Later in the psalm, Moses prayed, “Teach us to number our days that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” This is a request for perspective. We should live with awareness of how short life is and to use our time well. Instead of chasing temporary things, we should seek to make our days count by serving God faithfully.

Moses also prayed that God would satisfy His people with His steadfast love. This is where lasting joy begins. Many people try to fill their hearts with distractions, pleasure, or possessions, but these things cannot truly satisfy. Only God’s love can fill the emptiness of the human heart. When believers focus on His steadfast love, especially as shown through Jesus Christ, they find joy, peace, and renewal.

The psalm closes with a prayer for God to bless and establish the work of His people. Moses asked that their short lives would still produce something meaningful. The message connected this to 1 Corinthians 15:58, where Paul wrote that labour in the Lord is never wasted. When we serve God, He makes our work endure beyond this temporary world.

Psalm 90 invites every believer to reflect on three truths:

  • Life on earth is brief and fragile.
  • Sin separates us from God, but grace restores us through Christ.
  • Real security and lasting purpose are found only in the eternal God.

When we feel weary, distracted, or spiritually distant, we can return to the Lord, our dwelling place. He alone gives refuge, wisdom, and peace that last beyond time itself.

For here we do not have a lasting city, but we are seeking the city which is to come.

Hebrews 13:14

Texas Gospel Canada Top 30 – February 2026

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DAVID INGRAM

Welcome to the Texas Gospel Canada Top 30 Songs of February 2026! This list is meticulously compiled based on the actual number of plays each song received in the previous month (January.) The Texas Gospel Top 30 is proudly submitted to top Southern Gospel publications including The Singing News and SGNScoops.

This MonthLast MonthSong TitleArtistLabel
16That Somebody Was MeGuardiansDaywind/New Day
23The Only Way He Knew HowJeff & Sheri EasterGaither Music/Capitol Christian
316When My Feet Touch The Streets Of GoldLeFevre QuartetDaywind/New Day
41Joy Is Gonna ComeErwinsStowTown/Provident-Sony
59The ChurchJoseph HabedankDaywind/New Day
64Every Promise Made Is A Promise KeptAnthem EditionSonlite/Crossroads
75I Will Glory In The CrossJim & Melissa BradyDaywind/New Day
820Let The Church Be An OceanMercy’s WellIndependent
910One MoreWilliamsonsREAL Southern Gospel Records
1011I Got SavedTrueSongDaywind/New Day
117I Know It’s YouScotty InmanDaywind/New Day
1213Seed In The GroundSound StreetSonlite/Crossroads
1312Cleft Of The RockKramersStowTown/Provident-Sony
1414The DayHeart 2 HeartARS/New Day
1523Say SomethingTim Menzies (with Ben Isaacs and Sonya Isaacs Yeary)ARS/New Day
1625Just One Drop Of BloodRight Road QuartetBig Picture Records/New Day
1721I’m With The BandSteve Ladd (with Michael and Ronnie Booth)Big Picture Records/New Day
1819Oh, What A MomentErnie HaaseStowTown/Provident-Sony
19—Hard Trials Will Soon Be OverGaither Vocal BandSpring House Music Group
20—Walking Each Other HomeGordon Mote (With Teddy Gentry & Randy Owen)New Haven/Provident-Sony
218When Believers Will Be LeavingDown East BoysSonlite/Crossroads
2218In The RoomLauren TalleyHorizon/Crossroads
2328Behind My PraiseBrian Free & AssuranceDaywind/New Day
2417Back To Our RootsDerrick Loudermilk BandIndependent
2524Big GodMaster’s VoiceIndependent
26—That’s Who He Is11th HourSonlite/Crossroads
2715The WellTaylorsStowTown/Provident-Sony
28—We’ll Understand It Better By And ByCollingsworth FamilyGaither Music/Capitol Christian
292I Speak JesusKaren Peck & New RiverDaywind/New Day
30—Days Like ThisZane & Donna KingStowTown/Provident-Sony

Faith and Promise over Law and Works

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ANDY ANDERSON

In Paul’s letter to the Galatians, he warned believers about turning away from the message of grace. The early Christians in Galatia were being influenced by a group some today call the Judaizers. These men taught that faith in Christ was not enough for salvation. They said Gentile believers must also follow the laws given to Moses, such as circumcision and the ceremonial commands. Paul firmly rejected this teaching, explaining that salvation does not come through human effort but through faith in Jesus Christ alone.

Paul reminded the Galatians that the law was never meant to save anyone. Its purpose was to show people their sin and point them toward Christ, the only one who could fulfill the law perfectly. Relying on the law for salvation only leads to guilt and bondage because no one can keep it completely. Only faith in the finished work of Christ brings freedom and peace with God.

To help the Galatians understand, Paul used an example from the Old Testament: the story of Abraham, Sarah, and Hagar. God had promised Abraham that he would have many descendants, as countless as the stars in the sky. Yet years passed and no child was born to Abraham and Sarah. Doubting that God would still act, Sarah told Abraham to have a child with her servant, Hagar. Hagar gave birth to Ishmael, but this was not the child of promise. Later, God fulfilled His word, and Sarah gave birth to Isaac, even though she was very old.

Paul explained that this story shows two ways people try to relate to God. Ishmael, born through human planning, represents trying to reach God through human effort and the law. Isaac, born through God’s promise, represents salvation through faith and the power of God. Just as Isaac was born because of God’s promise, so Christians are saved by grace, not by works.

Believers should not try to “help” God or take control of His promises. This often leads to difficulty. Abraham and Sarah acted out of impatience, and it caused pain within their family. From Paul’s writing we learn that God’s timing is perfect, even when His promises seem delayed. Waiting on God shows trust, while acting out of fear or frustration can lead to regret.

Paul also reminded the Galatians that when they first believed, they received the Holy Spirit. This didn’t happen through keeping the law but through faith. The Spirit’s presence proved that salvation was by grace. Seeking salvation through the law would undo the freedom they had found in Christ. He asked them to think carefully: why go back to rules that had never saved anyone? In Galatians 5:4 he writes, “You have been severed from Christ, you who are seeking to be justified by the Law; you have fallen from grace.”

The same truth applies today. Many still believe that good works or religious traditions can earn favour with God. But the message of the gospel remains unchanged. No amount of effort, ritual, or rule-keeping can remove sin or bring eternal life. Salvation is a gift of grace received by faith in Christ alone.

It was for freedom that Christ set us free; therefore keep standing firm and do not be subject again to a yoke of slavery.

Galatians 5:1