Music
The First, The Last is compiled of both original songs and rewrites of great Christian classics like Keith Green’s “Altar Call” and Benny Hester’s “When God Ran.” Josh reaches back into his roots with the inclusion of hymns like “Come Ye Sinners” and “We Have Heard the Joyful Sound,” while still maintaining a fresh rock sound. The soundscape of TFTL ranges from the chill and ethereal sounds of “In His Hands” and “People of the Light” to the more pounding modern rock sounds of “Darkness Shine” and “Even So, Come.” Thematically, the project begins with God’s faithfulness, salvation/redemption, grace, and the cross and moves to the future hope of Christ’s return and man’s response, with the title track encompassing all of these major themes in one.
There’s an old expression that says, “All that glitters isn’t gold.” That expression reminds us that there are some things in life that may promise us good times and a great life, but in the end they just don’t deliver what they promised us. We find ourselves disappointed and let down, again. “All That Glitters” will take you on a musical journey to discover true riches. So sit back, relax and allow the next 35 minutes of this album to help direct you toward what your heart and your soul have always longed for.
The Healing combines passionate, modern worship minus the lyrical cheese of much of mainstream modern worship. The songs are unapologetically Gospel-centered, Christ-exalting, and in-your-face anthems perfect for congregational worship or for personal devotion. The inclusion of several hymns combined with nine original worship tunes makes for a unique ancient-future feel. Several spontaneous worship moments in the studio were captured as well, and the hope is that the listener/worshiper will likewise experience those moments in their car, home and work.
Books
The Discovery – Beyond the Jesus of Flapjacks and Grilled Cheese – By Josh Via
What if there is more to Jesus than what the media portrays? What if there is more to Jesus than what your college professor might tell you? And what if there was a book of the Bible written to counter these common misconceptions about Jesus-to answer skeptics-to expose the truth. Would that change the way you view your life? Would it change your priorities? Values? The Discovery is a 21-day devotional journey through John’s Gospel that will challenge you to revisit, or visit for the first time, the Jesus of Scripture. The Jesus who is much more than a distorted icon of pop culture or an obscure figure in history. The Jesus who wants to open your eyes to a lifelong discovery-that your own identity is wrapped up in His.
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God Still Moves – By Dr. Rick Via
Is God at work in our world today? Does He still move in the hearts of men and women to woo them and draw them into a love relationship with Him? Without question! Journey with Evangelist Rick Via over thirty years of ministry as he recounts real stories of radical life transformation through the power of the Gospel—attesting to the fact that the mighty hand of God is, indeed, still moving and working all across the globe.
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So Much Bigger Than The Bunny - By Tasha J. Via
Do you ever wonder how in the world you’re supposed to teach your children about the true meaning of Easter when there are bunnies hopping around in every store and Easter candy begging to be eaten by little ones? Do you question whether to leave the whole crucifixion part out so you don’t scare the younger ones or just try to tiptoe around the miraculous resurrection because it sounds too crazy? Bigger Than the Bunny will help you answer these questions while giving you some practical and fun ways to bring this story to life for your children, as well as for the whole family.
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