Behold the Lamb of God...

Oh my... it's already that time of year again, and time to pull out our favorite Christmas album of all time. So favorite, in fact, that we listen to it year round. In a culture where Chrismas has become barely a little nod toward the direction of Bethlehem (if even that), it is great to take the time to remember the whole story.

Andrew Peterson has created a wonderful album called "Behold the Lamb of God" that travels through the Old Testament to a dirty stable in Bethlehem. The songs are catchy, moving and beautiful- guaranteed to bring you into the presence of God this holiday season. As an added bonus, you can also impress your friends and family by singing the entire list of begats from the beginning of Matthew! Listen to the CD HERE. My favorites are "Passover Us" "Deliver Us" "Matthew's Begats" and "Behold the Lamb of God", but the entire album is incredible- any time of year. You can order a physical Cd or download a copy HERE

Every year Andrew and a whole host of friends (a.k.a. the GREATS of the CCM/Indie music industry) perform the album at a sold out concert in Nashville at the Ryman Auditorium. Shane and I have wanted to go for YEARS, but have not been able to work it out to attend. This year, the travelling tour dates brought them to Memphis, and we were thrilled to attend. This year's tour features the 3 Andy's: Andrew Peterson, Andrew Osenga (the Normals, Caedmon's Call and solo work), Andy Gullahorn, Bebo Norman, Jill Phillips, Sara Groves, Gabe Scott (from all over the place), Ben Shive, Garrett Buell (from Caedmon's Call) and a few other supporting musicians.

Bellevue, which seats THOUSANDS of people was very crowded and we staked out our seats over an hour ahead of the performance. The artists were just incredible and the wait of years was well worth it. If you can catch this tour, run out and get your tickets NOW!