The last set comes from "Every Prayer," which features Mary Mary: "There is an answer on the way – My God has done so many great things – Hold on!" Did that come from a particular life event?
Not really. I think I enjoy most the part of my life and music that gives encouragement to people. Gospel music in its definition is good news. The fact is that right now there's a lot of bad news everywhere; you don't have to look real hard for it. You can turn on any news channel right now and hear what's wrong in the world. To be able to say listen, there are people who are praying – who got a bad report from the doctor, mothers who are praying every night hoping their sons don't get shot and comes home alive – a lot of people needing real answers in their lives, finances, relationships. This is just one of those hey, don't give up. Whatever you do, keep hanging on to the fact that God is a good God. He's always been a good God. There's an answer on the way.
For more information on Israel Houghton and New Breed, visit the group's official website.
Article comments
1 - David
In reading this article I am deeply touched by the words of both the journalist and My Favorite Gospel Artist Israel Houghton. I'm always wondering what's the next agenda, idea, goal, passion. I have the place where GOD wants Me to go in Life, that much HE has shown Me, yet I'm not there and so I'm constantly saying to Myself what can I shed to lighten My load so that I can get there...not necessarily faster because the race is not given to swift, but what can I do to lighten My load to make the journey easier? More conducive to the terms in which GOD has set for Me to reach the Destination, that mark that We all so desperately press toward. Am I even desperately pursuing the things of GOD like I would like to confidently say I am desperately pursuing? The question still remains, how...
2 - Dianne Knowles
Just to let you know....your article is very good, however it was difficult to read because it is covered with half-naked women. I am supposing that you are unaware of this and am bringing it to your attention.
Thanks to Israel Houghton for all the great worship music.
3 - Jordan Richardson
Dianne, I assume you mean the advertisements? None of the writers can do anything about the ads here.
4 - Brian aka Guppusmaximus
Diane, you should try surfing the web with Firefox instead of Internet Explorer. With Firefox, you can either use NoScript or AdBlock Plus. Trust me, you'll never see an ad again!
5 - Kawanzaa King
Wonderful interview! I was clinging to every word :-). Thank you Mr. Perry and Israel for sharing your hearts. The Power Of One is just, (sigh), right on time! Like you Mr. Perry, the track "Moving Forward" is one of my favorites and the song just gets right to heart of my own matters, just like- "Rejoice", "Rise Within Us", "Another Breakthrough", "You Are Good" and so many more. Again, thank you both Mr. Perry and Israel for sharing your gifts.
Abundant Blessings~