“Let the message about the Messiah dwell richly among you … singing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.” Colossians 3:16
“Music expresses that which cannot be said and on which it is impossible to be silent.” Victor Hugo
“Words make you think a thought. Music makes you feel a feeling. A song makes you feel a thought.” E.V. Harburg
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Contemporary Christian Music (CCM) presents the hope of the gospel through music. Similar to secular music in the variety of styles available, the lyrical content in Christian music sets this genre apart from mainstream pop music.
Although we appreciate the artistry of both Christian and secular tunes, Hope Shows seeks to advance the emotional value of gospel-inspired, hope-filled songs that remind listeners of the One Hope found in a saving relationship with Jesus. (Ephesians 4:4)
Life is hard and life is complicated, but God invites us to bring light to the dark seasons of life. Jesus came to preach good news to the poor, bind up the brokenhearted, free the captives and release the prisoners from darkness. (Isaiah 61:1) God calls us to care for those in need of hope and healing … the poor, the sick and those in prison. (Matthew 25:36) Christian music is one way to present the light of God’s Word, and to do so with words and melodies that remain in our spirits and surround our souls.
The Christian radio community serves as one distribution channel, providing Christian music, events, ministry opportunities and supportive individuals who can enter into the dark places through easily accessible radio waves. CDs, concerts and artist merch may cost money, but a radio signal can connect prison inmates, inner-city community centers and counseling offices with Christian music at little cost to the listener. Christian radio delivers the hope of Christian music where many people can’t (or don’t) go.
Bottom line, Christian music matters. It teaches, it reminds, it encourages, it surrounds, it entertains, it empathizes, it corrects, it inspires, it unifies. And Hope Shows is committed to getting it where it’s most needed.
