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The Jordan Family Band Celebrates Alex and Jayleigh’s Wedding

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JEFF TURNER

The Jordan Family Band recently celebrated a joyful occasion as Alex Jordan and Jayleigh Jones tied the knot over the weekend. The couple, who met while on tour, have been eagerly awaiting this moment and are now excited to begin their journey as husband and wife.

Alex expressed the significance of this special day, sharing, “Me and Jayleigh have been looking forward to our wedding day for a super long time now. Most of you guys don’t know she’s lived in Arkansas and I live in Georgia. We met on tour and that’s how the distance is there.”

Despite the distance, their love flourished, and they knew they were destined to be together. “We just knew the distance wouldn’t last long. We just didn’t know how to bring to the table with our parents. We knew that we wanted to be married very soon,” Alex said.

Filled with excitement and anticipation for the future, Alex also admitted to feeling a mix of emotions. “So many different emotions. We’re feeling very excited, very nervous, and we’re just looking forward to moving on and starting life with each other.”

Our heartfelt congratulations go out to Alex and Jayleigh Jordan as they begin this exciting new chapter!

Southern Gospel Community Unites After Hurricane Helene

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AMY TURNER

Hurricane Helene made a significant impact on Southern Gospel artists, especially those based in North Carolina and East Tennessee. While Asheville, NC, the home base of The Kingsmen, was heavily affected by the storm, Alan Kendall reassures us that all group members are safe. “The Kingsmen are thankful that all family and all property is safe. Praise the Lord for that,” Alan shared. He went on to explain how the timing of their trip to Pigeon Forge spared them from being in the direct path of the hurricane. “We were all in Pigeon Forge when the hurricane weather struck over there. So we were not in Asheville at the time. The bus was not in Asheville when all this happened.”

Alan Kendall of The Kingsmen shared with us that The Kingsmen are safe (Daywind Music Photo)

However, many others in the Southern Gospel community continue to face challenges. Kendall mentioned that The Kingsmen’s bus is currently parked at Tony Gore’s property, alongside the Troy Burns family’s bus, as both families are unable to return to their homes due to the damage. “Troy and Tammy Burns are also not able to return home right now. I believe they live in the Fletcher area,” he explained, emphasizing the need for prayers. “We want you to join us in praying for Asheville and all the surrounding communities.”

Kendall also provided updates on others in the Southern Gospel family affected by the storm. He urged fans to keep Wyatt Austin of The Inspirations in their prayers. “Wyatt has gotten home. There’s a lot of devastation in the Morganton area,” Kendall reported, noting that Wyatt had some tree damage at his residence. He also expressed concern for The Whisnants, who are based in the same area. Though they remain safe, “the Whisnants continue to be without power,” confirmed Susan Whisnant.

Another prayer request came for gospel legend Squire Parsons and his wife, Linda. “Squire obviously has some health concerns. And I don’t know what the power situation is,” Kendall noted, as uncertainty looms over the aftermath in their area.

One of the most heart-wrenching reports involved Josh Garner of The Chuck Wagon Gang. “Josh’s family, as far as we know, they are safe, but all bridges that lead to Josh’s home are gone, and he is unable to get to his family last I checked,” Kendall shared. Garner’s home in Chucky, Tennessee, has been cut off by the devastation, highlighting the extensive impact of the storm.

As these beloved artists and their families recover from the devastation of Hurricane Helene, the Southern Gospel community rallies together in prayer and support.

Staying Focused on God’s Plan

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In Acts 15:39-16:10, we read about a sharp disagreement between Paul and Barnabas. They couldn’t agree on whether to bring John Mark with them on another missionary journey. This led them to part ways, with Barnabas taking Mark to Cyprus and Paul choosing Silas to join him in spreading the gospel.

Though the conflict was emotional, God used it to multiply the impact of their ministry. Despite their disagreement, both teams remained focused on God’s mission.

Even today, believers may face conflicts, but we must stay focused on God’s purposes. Our unity in the gospel helps us overcome differences and continue doing Kingdom work. When we focus on His plan, God can work through even difficult situations for His glory.

Paul and Silas continued their journey, meeting Timothy in Lystra and welcoming him as a new companion. Despite initial plans to travel in a different direction, the Holy Spirit led them to Macedonia through a vision. This shows how important it is to stay sensitive to the Spirit’s leading.

We might not always understand God’s plan, but if we remain obedient and focused on His will, we can trust that He will guide us to where we need to be.

How do you stay focused on God’s purposes in your life, even in times of disagreement or uncertainty?

Anthem Edition offers a powerful testament with “Still Under His Feet”

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Arden, North Carolina (September 27, 2024) — Their first single of the year is just making its way onto the Southern Gospel airplay charts, but Anthem Edition (formerly known as The Old Paths) are keeping fans happy with another release: “Still Under His Feet,” a song that offers a message of hope and resilience born of faith.

“Featuring Cameron Eden’s debut as tenor,” observes lead singer Tim Rackley, “‘Still Under His Feet’ is a powerful testament to God’s unwavering sovereignty.” And indeed, with a powerful rhythm section that surges underneath piano and guitars — including pedal steel supplied by master studio musician David Johnson — at a measured pace, the song convincingly conveys the burdens of anxiety and doubt before supplying the answer of salvation in its stirring chorus:

I’ve tried walking on water, in my own ability,
Just to find myself drowning, in a sea, of anxiety,
But just when it feels like, I’m going down, for the last time,
From out of nowhere, Jesus slips His hand in mine….

When I’m in, over my head, it’s still under His feet,
When I’m barely holding on, He’s holding me,
When waves of sorrow, are crashing over me…
When, I’m in, over my head, it’s still under His feet.

“As Cameron’s first national single and the winner of the Singing News Songwriting Contest in 2023,” Rackley notes with conviction, “This song is destined to resonate deeply with listeners and become a defining moment in Southern Gospel music.”

“Still Under His Feet” is streaming in Dolby Atmos spatial audio on Apple Music, Amazon Music and TIDAL.

Understanding Salvation by Grace Through Faith

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AMY TURNER

All the blessings we receive from God are purely from His grace and kindness. We don’t deserve any of it and can’t earn His mercy. God created man from dust, gave us life, and continues to provide for us. Everything we have comes from Him, and even the good things we do are by His help. Any righteousness we have is also a gift from God.

How then can a sinful man make up for his sins? Through his own good works? No, because even those works are from God, and many are flawed. Our hearts are sinful, and we can’t do anything to earn forgiveness. Only God can offer salvation.

If God shows us favor and continues to bless us, especially with salvation, it’s purely from His grace. Jesus died for us while we were still sinners, showing God’s love. We are saved by grace through faith. Grace is the source, and faith is the means of salvation.

To avoid missing God’s grace, it’s important to understand:

  • What kind of faith saves us.
  • What salvation through faith means.
  • How to respond to common objections.

The faith that saves us isn’t just believing that God exists (like some non-Christians do) or believing like the devil does, who knows God’s power but remains opposed to Him. The faith that saves is trusting in Jesus—His death and resurrection—and relying on Him completely for salvation. This faith isn’t just intellectual but involves a heart belief that leads to righteousness.

Salvation through faith is not something we wait for in the future but something we experience now. It saves us from sin—both its guilt and its power over us. We are justified (made right with God) by faith, and this faith brings peace with God, freeing us from the fear of punishment. Through faith, we are saved from the power of sin, meaning we no longer live in habitual or deliberate sin. This salvation leads to a new life where we grow in God’s grace.

Some may object, saying that preaching salvation by faith alone encourages laziness and neglect of good works. But true faith always leads to good works and holiness. It doesn’t cancel out the law but fulfills it by leading believers to live righteously, trusting in Christ and doing the good works God prepared for them.

Faith leads to a humble and holy life, not pride. Every believer must be careful to remain humble, knowing that all comes from God.