Don’t give up the faith. No one, including the God-breathed Word itself, said that following Christ is going to be a cupcake party. There will be suffering, but God has promised us restoration, confirmation, strength—and will establish His order out of our chaos. Have faith! #PrayForParis

Pics from the Nov. 15, 2015 edition of CCM Magazine featuring Matt Maher, Stevie Wonder, Jim Caviezel, Jim Gaffigan, Jason Crabb, Tim Timmons, Jon Guerra + more

P.O.D. Lead Singer Sonny Sandoval discusses the band’s latest album, their ongoing struggle to prove their faith in the face of controversy, and reveals the true cost of life on the road

Affirmed Pastor, Author MAX LUCADO Expounds On The Illustrations of Joshua And Asks, “Why Do We Deny Ourselves Our Inheritance, Our Glory?”

Releasing his second album featuring vertical enhancements to seasonal classics, the renown leader continues to challenge us to make Christmas a season of worship. Plus, FREE resources for worship leaders!

Transport yourself back to November 21, 1995. Specifically, go back to the first time you popped in that cassette, or tore open the Jesus Freak jewel case’s cellophane, and think hard for a minute. Had you ever heard Christian music sound quite like this before?

Looking for the perfect gift for the ones you love this Christmas? Let the 2015 CCM Magazine Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide help you find the best in faith-related gifts for everyone on your gift list this year!

“Be One” by Natalie Grant releases Nov. 13, 2015 (Curb). Reviewed in the Nov. 15, 2015 edition, CCM Magazine.

“Adore: Christmas Songs Of Worship” by Chris Tomlin releases Oct. 2015 (sixsteps/Captiol). Reviewed in the Nov. 15, 2015 edition, CCM Magazine.

“Campfire Christmas (Vol. 1)” by Rend Collective releases Oct. 23, 2015 (Sparrow). Reviewed in the Nov. 15, 2015 edition, CCM Magazine.

“God With Us” by Laura Story releases Oct. 2015 (Fair Trade Services). Reviewed in the Nov. 15, 2015 edition, CCM Magazine.

“When Christmas Comes” by Kim Walker-Smith releases Oct. 23, 2015 (Jesus Culture). Reviewed in the Nov. 15, 2015 edition, CCM Magazine.

“Christmas Is Here” by Danny Gokey releases Oct. 16, 2015 (BMG). Reviewed in the Nov. 15, 2015 edition, CCM Magazine.

“Christmas Collection” by Gaither Vocal Band releases Oct. 9, 2015 (Gaither Music). Reviewed in the Nov. 15, 2015 edition, CCM Magazine.

“Best Of” by Sanctus Real releases Oct. 9, 2015 (Sparrow/Capitol). Reviewed in the Nov. 15, 2015 edition, CCM Magazine.

“Beloved” by Jodan Feliz releases Oct. 2, 2015 (Centricity). Reviewed in the Nov. 15, 2015 edition, CCM Magazine.

“Of This I’m Sure” by Jenny & Tyler releases Oct. 16, 2015 (Residence Music). Reviewed in the Nov. 15, 2015 edition, CCM Magazine.