The afters battles mudic and lyrics6/10/2023 Songs ‘It All Starts Now’, ‘Lightning’, ‘What Home Feels Like’, ‘Well Done’ and ‘Fear No More’ are all from the band’s 2019 album Fear No More (of which I wrote a review here), while songs like ‘Lift Me Up’, ‘Broken Hallelujah’, ‘Shadows’, ‘Moments Like This’ and ‘Light Up the Sky’ all reminds us of the empowering musical catalogue the band has been able to unveil over the years. Josh Havens, Matt Fuqua and the rest of the band deliver 10 songs- nine that we’ve heard before. Nothing against live material, but unfortunately, this album wasn’t all that special or even unique, even though the songs themselves are poignant, emotive, and decent enough from the band overall. ![]() Where Heaven Touches Earth: Live at the Grove clocks in at 10 tracks, and while it does feature a few standout songs throughout the band’s career thus far, I don’t think this album didn’t anything new or different that previous albums were able to create. Maybe a live DVD in the future for the band? While Fear No More received success (though not like the success of the previous albums Light Up the Sky and Life is Beautiful), The Afters still have reminded us that their songs continue to strike a chord with listeners around the world, regardless of sales and what happens commercially. Now here we are at the end of 2021, and we have seen the band deliver yet another music release, something else to tie us over until the next thing- a first for the band a live album When Heaven Touches Earth: Live at the Grove. Since signing to Fair Trade Services (then called INO Records) way back in the day, it was (and still is) their heartfelt melodies and inspirational lyrics that continues to give testament to their songwriting ability, as well as having the courage and bravery to make songs that somehow crossover into mainstream TV placements (music in ad campaigns etc.), over the years. 2019 saw the quartet release their brand new studio album Fear No More mid year, featuring singles like ‘Well Done’, ‘Lightning’ and the title track, while the band also delivered their Christmas single ‘Joy Unto the World’ in 2020 as well. Borne out of Dallas Texas, and formed by lead singer Josh Havens and guitarist Matt Fuqua, the band have delivered songs that have touched the hearts of listeners all around the world, from songs like ‘Light Up the Sky’, ‘Every Good Thing’ and ‘Battles’, to ‘Live on Forever’, ‘Life is Beautiful’ and ‘Broken Hallelujah’, to name a few. The Afters have been a steady and solid music force throughout the years. That is why God has promised over and over again the Bible, “I will help youâ€.The Afters – Where Heaven Touches Earth: Live At the Grove ( Amazon mp3/ iTunes) But that final leap is in God’s hands, which is out of our control. Yes, I have learnt, we still have to fight and do our best, not sit there and do nothing besides cry for God. Our prideful heart thinks we have control. Do not worry about the future, tomorrow will worry about itself. ![]() Do not fear, he says, and it’s always followed by, “for I am with youâ€. God’s Words have said it again and again. I do not give as the world gives.†“Have i not commanded you? Be strong and courageous.†![]() And the peace of God which transcends all understanding will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.†“Peace I leave with you, it is my own peace which i give you. I will help you and strengthen you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.†“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything through prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God. €œDo not be afraid, for I am with you, do not be dismayed, for I am Your God. You're my courage when I worry in the dead of night No darkness can overwhelm me 'cause You've already won No power can come against me 'cause You have overcome (Oh-oh-oh-ohh, oh-oh-oh-oh-ohhhh) I will fear no more ![]() I will trust You, Lord, I will fear no more You are greater than the battle raging in my mind You're my strength 'cause I'm not strong enough to win this fight
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