We started out Saturday night at the world famous 23rd Psalm Cafe where we were the main act but we were surrounded by a group of fantastic Christian singers and songwriters.
The 23rd Psalm is more than a coffee house it is a true ministry run by the one and only BEN HOUSTON. Ben has a true heart for GOD and his ministry reaches into the community in far too many ways to mention. After an incredible career in the music business where he worked with the likes of Keith Richards and The Uptown Horns, and played in some of the country's greatest venues not the least of which was the Apollo theater in New York. Ben stepped out of the spotlight when he felt God's hand moving him in a different direction. That direction was back to his hometown of Nashville where he was led to start the 23rd Psalm Ministry. Ben has been a friend for a few years now and I can think of no one that I know who is more focused and driven to do God's will.
Ben always puts on a good show at the 23rd Psalm but I have to say that Saturday topped any that I have had the pleasure to be a part of. God's love was evident in the room and felt by all.
The night started out with short sets by two great songwriters, first up was Adam (Sorry Adam I didn't catch your last name) who played some songs from his band AFTERLIFE. These incredibly touching songs were very modern sounding in the style of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, a mixture of rock and rap that got peoples toes tapping and really set the stage for a night of inspirational soul stirring music.
Next up was Toni Klughart, what a sweet and talented lady, very much the classic folk singer her songs were direct and to the point, and filled us all that warm fuzzy feeling like only a person who sings from the heart can do. She was there with her husband and young son, at one point during her set I looked back and you could just see the pride shining in her son's eyes. The night just kept getting better and better.
The man - The Legend - our old buddy Chris Warren was up next and as usual he raised the bar another notch. I can't say enough about Chris and his abilities as a songwriter, singer and musician. He never fails to inspire and touch people with his smooth vocals and well crafted words, he is truly one of Gods servants, on a special note Chris came out to perform after moving all day, talk about dedicated!
I don't know about everybody else but by this time I was itching to get to it! And Get To It we did. X-ALT! took the stage and the gloves came off. We had been filled by the blessings of the other great performers and it showed in what was probably one of our best shows to date. God's love had surrounded 23rd Psalm and it was flowing through our fingers and voices.
After our set Bryan turned to me with a grin on his face and said "Something is definitely happening here" He's right, something is happening with this band and with God's blessings and guidance it's only going to continue to grow.
The night continued after our set when Moira (I hope I spelled that right)took over the mic.
Talk about a bundle of energy, this girl had it. A great voice, cool songs and a high kick that would make a Rockette blush. I kid you not! Her last song ended with a high note and a high kick. Energy like that is contagious and add to that the fact that she was such a sweet and positive person. It was a pleasure to share a stage with her.
Mark Daily was up next and he brought with him an introspective style of music that really brought the reality of Gods love home. It takes a special type of writer to really make you think about what God has given you and how you've truly been blessed. Tony and Adam ended the night with a couple of more songs and Chris closed the evening with prayer. There is really something to be said about being surrounded by a group of believers that are dedicated to spreading God's word and are willing to do it in such a public manner...
and speaking of being surrounded by a group of believers!!!!
Welcome to Flewellyn Baptist Church!
We were welcomed by the good folks at Flewellyn Baptist just like we were one of the family and by the end of the day we were.
There sound guy John and his lovely wife Jessica met us bright and early Sunday morning and helped us get set up and ready for what was to be a beautiful Sunday of worship and fellowship. It was homecoming at Flewellyn and their all purpose building was filled with smiling faces of all ages. The morning service was full of joy and praise and we were so proud to have been invited to be a part of it. Throughout the service the room filled with the smell of ham and fried chicken with all the fixins that was waiting for us in the kitchen, prepared by the church members. Why is that nothing tastes better than a pot luck lunch at church?
After we thoroughly stuffed ourselves we made our way back to the stage and led the congregation in another hour and a half of praise and worship music and some of our original material. Everyone seemed to really have a great day in God's house and everyone we talked to wanted to know when we can come back and do it again...
Just let us know when the next pot luck is and we will be there!
We do want to thank the good folks at Flewellyn for there more than generous gift and we will gladly return whenever you will have us.
Well I guess that's enough for now, why don't you all come out a join us next Sunday when we return to Springfield for a special Sunday of praise and worship at Talents Coffee Studio. It will be worth the drive!
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