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Mercy

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I was late coming to the Bryan Duncan party--this CD was my introduction to him. As much as I love the work he did prior to this CD (STRONG MEDICINE, ANONYMOUS CONFESSIONS OF A LUNATIC FRIEND, WHISTLIN' IN THE DARK, et al) and the work he has done since (BLUE SKIES, SLOW REVIVAL, THE LAST TIME I WAS HERE, JOYRIDE, et al), I don't think he has ever topped this CD for pure emotional output within a spiritual context and just great melody lines and musical hooks. This CD is in my regular rotation and would be on my very short list of "favorite" contemporary Christian CDs.

Nobody is going to confuse Duncan with Michael Card--or even Wes King or Steve Camp--in terms of depth and scriptural content. This isn't "rocket science" Christianity. Duncan presents what he is really experiencing every day into his songs and delivers them with that same emotion and passion. It isn't a theology class; it doesn't have to be. The basic premises of "Love Takes Time," "You Don't Leave Me Lonely," "I'll Not Forget You," "Step by Step," "Faithful to You," and "Into My Heart," among the rest, are just the everyday, common sense experiences that most people go through. Duncan manages to capture that emotion, frustration, pain, trust, joy, and faith all together in a spectacular set of songs (I could do without "Five Smooth Stones"--he just should have stopped at "I'll Not Forget You"). The songs mean so much, because we can all relate to them in some way, shape, or form.

Duncan has incredible chops, too. Nobody, regardless of genre, can deliver a song with his passion and clarity. The uniqueness of his voice has served him well throughout his career, from "Screaming Machine" to the more mature singer he has grown to be. It's hard to imagine the same artist recording both ANONYMOUS CONFESSIONS. . . and QUIET PRAYERS, yet somehow he pulls off both with great results.

Bottom Line: This is one of the best CDs to listen to in the car, in the house, or anywhere else, no matter what kind of mood you're in or what style you are looking for. I keep reaching for this CD, among his many others, whenever I want a challenge, reassurance, or just to jam. That's a tricky combination to accomodate. This is on my very short list of "favorite" Christian CDs. It might not hold up to Michael Card's SCANDALON or KNOWN BY THE SCARS, but it's a lot more fun!!! That's worth something, even in the world of Christendom!

Mercy is one of my very favorite Bryan CD's and I am quite proud to hold an autographed copy. Bryan is a wonderful man and his heart and love for God shine in this wonderful album. Definitly a must-have for any Bryan fan.

It's a great album, no doubt about it. For those of you browsing the MP3 downloads, however, beware. The preview for the track "Love Takes Time" plays the remix version (which I'm looking for) but once you download it, you discover it is actually the standard track on the album (not that there's anything wrong with that track it's just not what Amazon is advertising with the preview.)

Perhaps they will correct the error and remove my review. That would be better than another person paying for something they didn't get.

More than any other Christian CD I own, this CD expresses my journey in Christ. This album is very personal and very real. No preachy platitudes, but real thoughts and feelings from a man who is incredibly in love with God. "Love Take Time" is my favorite song on the CD, "Have you ever been lied to/ Maybe mistreated/ Taken for granted till you just can't stand it/ Have you ever thought to be someone you just can't be/ Where's the love that you need" Thoughts that too many followers are afraid to say. Thank you Bryan for such an inspiring CD!

Mr. Bryan Duncan's "Mercy" is full of moving, heartwarming songs that you will never tire of listening to for years. I have had this CD for 7 years and still yearn to take a listen often. The heartfelt "I'll Not Forget You" brings tears to my eyes as I think about the power of God. "When It Comes To Love" and "Love Takes Time" create powerful emotions as well. This CD is golden. It's easily one of his best, if not the best, works ever.

Like one of the above reviewers, I was late to Bryan Duncan. He performed for a love offering at a teen camp I went to, and that was when I first heard him and bought the "Mercy" cassette, which was played so many times that I wore it out. Years later, I bought the CD, and was able to enjoy Bryan's poignant and heartfelt songs all over again. However, the CD is, in my opinion, inferior to the cassette version of the album for one key reason. I don't know why, but on the CD, they've completely butchered track #9, "I'll Not Forget You," cutting out an entire verse speaking of Abraham's lifelong belief of God's promise to Him despite the long wait, and, in the process, neutering what is perhaps the most powerful song on the album. Other than that gross misstep, this is a great CD that's highly recommended--but, if you still have a cassette deck, buy the tape, too, if only for the good version of "I'll Not Forget You."

Edit: The full version of "I'll Not Forget You" is available on the "Mercy" album as offered on Amazon MP3 Downloads.

This CD by Bryan Duncan has got to be one of the most underated CDs ever released in the Christian Market. From start to finish it's awesome. It has great lyrics and awesome music!

It's not often you find an album that describes yourself to a tee. This one "Looks Alot Like Me". One of Bryan's best.

great price on a great cd from an honest seller...would recommend and do business with again