Stu Garrard has toured the world with the band delirious? and played in the studio and on tour for many other artists over his career that spans over 30 years, and is a very talented guitarist. However, this album isn't all about the guitar playing. Garrard spent years researching The Beatitudes, Jesus's call to humility, poverty, loving your neighbor and so much more. In his trying to understand it, Stu G. co-wrote songs about these teachings with many of his friends and recorded them for this album. The album is a bit of a variety of styles and is a slower, more contemplative album that you might expect, but it does end up being a cohesive album, great for reflection on God's words. Throughout the album, a poem about listening to God's words encourages us to listen to God's words. Stu G. lets the rock out a bit in the only track doesn't have a guest, "In The Middle". I love the appearances from other artists I enjoy like Propaganda, John Mark McMillan, Amy Grant, and many more. If you've got a bit of time to listen, give this album a virtual spin and contemplate the words of Jesus with these musicians.

Release Year: 2017
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