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Songs of Praise From A Strange Land

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In a word - WOW! This is an incredible CD and a must have for any Christian! Just because the music is all song by Christian gays and lesians should not make any difference to anyone! You see, gays and lesbians can be Christians too!

I discovered Marsha Stevens when she performed at an MCC church in Grand Rapids, Michigan. (RMCC) I feel in love with her music and with her Christian lifestyle and teachings. I have all of her albums -- even the out of print ones! -- and treasure each and every one of them! As an added bonus, the incredible Marsha Stevens song "Wash Over Me" from her "The Waiting's Over" album is included. Yes, you need buy "The Waiting's Over" too.

God Bless each and every one of you, gays and lesbians and heterosexuals alike. Please buy this CD and you won't be sorry, instead you will uplifted and we all need that in today's world!

My name is Jared K. Wengert, one of the featured artists on this project.

One thing not mentioned but that you'll see in the short video on this multimedia CD-ROM is the joy, laughter, praise, and wonderful time each of us had both inside and out of the recording studio. A lot of us were nervous, silly, hospitable, overwhelmed, and, most of all, tremendously blessed by the entire experience. From the shopping mall "impromptu" group photos to dinner at various restaurants, to being in God's Word daily, to riding in the passenger's seat of an ambulence, I knew beyond doubt that God's hand had guided each of us to Nashville.

If you are gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered, questioning, or refuse to believe that "those people" could do the will of God, purchase this CD! I guarantee you eyes will be opened and your soul blessed.

I got the album after Marsha performed at my church.
Have been listening to it almost constantly!
The range of music styles: from pure worship to pop to country is well worth the price.
The title says it all, as those of us in the community sometimes feel when we are judged by other "Christians".
Several songs (such as "I Long To Worship" and "Release The Harvest") really would belong in a worship service.

Hi Everyone,

My name is Kenny Ellis. I, like Natalie and Jared, was blessed to be a part of this project as well. I am featured on "We Won't Let Go", (Verse 2).

I can't begin to tell you what a blessing it was to be a part of this album.

I think one of the greatest things about it was how people from all over the U.S. joined together as one big happy family. We had prayer and bible study every morning before going into the studio. We also had time to visit local churches in the area which was so much fun.

We were all rooting for one another while each of us were doing our vocals. I know a lot of prayers were going up for me as I was having difficulty with anxiety and depression and I will have to say here and now, I want to thank Marsha, Cindy, Glenna, and the rest of the gang for their prayers and understanding with me, as I know it wasn't easy.

It was absolutely amazing to hear this project from start to finish and believe that it was really us doing it. Many times in the control room while others were recording their vocals, the spirit of God was so strong, I couldn't keep the waterworks from flowing. I'm sure many wondered if I was rejoicing or crying over depression, but It was all the spirit of the Lord.

Since it was so close to Christmas when we worked on this project, I can truly say this experience and these people, gave me the best and most memoriable Christmas, I have ever had.

I encourage everyone to purchase this album and listen to it. I promise you, you won't be disappointed. "Songs Of Praise" has something for everyone young and old.

If you are feeling down or just need some good praise and worship music to jam to, to and from work, I recommend this.

My prayer is that everyone who hears this album will be blessed beyond measure. Whatever your needs may be, nothing is impossible with God. I am a testimony of that.

Just know we love you, but most importantly, God loves you and theres no problem too big or too small for God to take care of.

Sincerely In Christ - Kenny Ellis - Savannah, GA

I may be a little prejudice because I am also a vocalist on the SOPFASL CD. My name is Natalie Phillips and I sang One In Christ on Songs Of Praise From A Strange Land. I agree with Jared! The experience is evident in the music. It was all almost surreal- the spirit of God truly led us through the recording process. Our focus daily was to help each other be the best vessel of God we could be. I still listen to the CD a lot- for months I listened to nothing else. Each time I hear it I am taken back to that spiritual journey we all went on together. I believe almost everyone who has gotten a copy from me has felt the spirit of God while listening to Songs Of Praise From A Strange Land. Be sure and stick it in your computer to enjoy all the extras on it! I took most of the video and photos as well and am very glad to have captured some of the spirit in which SOPFASL was done! Thanks to all who have kept the CD on Pride Christian Music charts. Thanks to Marsha Stevens for her vision and dedication to God and music.