Hillsong Young & Free has just released their highly anticipated EP, This Is Living, and it has already hit the top of the iTunes charts! Featuring a total of five new uplifting tracks, this EP includes three brand new original songs that reflect the heart of Hillsong Church's youth ministry and focuses on life changing moments - "the events that have defined and spur on new chapters of the individual journeys within the community." With a blend of electronic sounds, dance praise beats, and lyrics full of adoration for the Savior, This Is Living captures the voice of a generation passionate about sharing the message of Jesus Christ.
The title track, "This Is Living" features a collaboration with GRAMMY Award winning rap artist, Lecrae. Hillsong Youth Pastor, Laura Toggs says, "It's about remembering the moment we found Jesus, and reflecting on all that He means for us NOW." Filled with the energy so characteristic of Young & Free's music, it rejoices, "See the sun now bursting through the clouds. Black and white turns to color all around. All is new, in the Savior I am found. This is living now!" With it's upbeat synth-driven pop style, "Energy" examines Jesus as our strength and sustainer, claiming, "Jesus, you’re everything I need and more. I’ll follow you to the end. You are my strength. Jesus, you’re everything I need and more. You are, You are my energy." "Pursue" expresses a desire for Jesus's presence and guidance in our lives: "Now until forever, Jesus I surrender. Show me what I don’t know, more of You. I’m desperate for Your presence, longing to be with You. Lead me to a new place, more of You." It takes on a more reflective tone, building in intensity before dropping back for a time of spontaneous worship and prayer. Also included is a beautiful acoustic version of "This Is Living" and a remake of "Sinking Deep," from their We Are Young & Free album. Young & Free are releasing these songs with the hope that "hearts will awaken to the light of Christ, captives will be set free and the name of Jesus will be made known."
This Is Living - Hillsong Young & Free
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