Hello Love!
It’s been a busy two weeks, with great projects coming from Charlie Hall and DC*B during that span. And now, to complete the trifecta, the latest from Chris Tomlin–Hello Love. Honestly, we couldn’t be happier or more proud of this release, twelve amazing songs marked by the familiarity of the worship leader we have come to know and love while reflecting a tireless approach to his craft that breathes fresh and new. That’s a phenomenal combination, and a rare trust. By God’s doing, Chris is writing the songs that are literally giving voice to the church around the world. With Hello Love, there are brand new moments of musical inspiration, yet many beautiful and easily accessible paths that will lead a worshiping church to anthem the One they love.
I know the arrival of Hello Love is not news to our regular readers, but I didn’t want the week to go by without saying DON’T MISS IT… and asking you to pray with us. Our desire is that the energy that has been invested in bringing Hello Love (and all three projects) to life will result in many divine moments and hopeful smiles for people everywhere.
Say hello and enjoy!
Louie
September 4th, 2008 at 12:27 AM
Got to say. Amazing album! I have been waiting for this to come out since we sang “Praise the Father, Praise the Son” at Passion Atlanta.(Though at the time didn’t know what the song was called exactly..just had a small clip on youtube to remind me of the chorus)
September 4th, 2008 at 12:38 AM
Not only did I pre-order the album, but I also already bought my concert tickets for the Houston show in February!!!
Thank you for all the hard work on this album!
September 4th, 2008 at 12:39 AM
I’m all over it, great album.
September 4th, 2008 at 1:03 AM
Been listening to it non-stop since downloaded from iTunes on release dates…love getting distracted from everything else, to WORSHIP… See you in Mex DF!
September 4th, 2008 at 2:34 AM
Yippieeeeeee Finally!!!
Just to share, recenly Freeda Bowers just came and share in our church in conjunction with our national prayer conference. She came all the way from Florida US and it’s such a joy to have this wonderful woman to be with us. One significant sermon that she shared was “The KEY to answer ALL our Prayers”
…………and the answer is LOVE. :) :)
Two key things that I remembered clearly about why “LOVE” :
1. God is LOVE – 1 John 4:8
2. Jesus gave us 2 commandments which are : Matthew 22:37-39
‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ 38This is the first and greatest commandment. 39And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’
and now with the release of “Hello Love”..
the whole thing is just SO SO AMAZING and timely!!
Passionate 4 Jesus,
Celine – SIB KL – Malaysia
September 4th, 2008 at 3:35 AM
Who is Freeda Bowers?
September 4th, 2008 at 5:57 AM
The new album is amazing!! I just can’t stop singing its songs…Chris has an amazing gift, these songs are so easy to sing and even easy to be translated.
I love to sing them in my language. Thanks!!!
Daniela (Italy)
September 4th, 2008 at 9:10 AM
I got to listen to the album for the first time on my way into work this morning. I got all the way to track 9..I can’t wait to listen to the rest. I Will Rise gave me chills and put a lump in my throat. Chris is an amazing singer. Who knew every album he puts out can just get better and better!?
Emily D (Raleigh, NC)
September 4th, 2008 at 9:34 AM
amazing album! i can’t stop listen!
“…sing, sing, SING…” \O/
September 4th, 2008 at 9:49 AM
hello love!
hello Jesus!
September 4th, 2008 at 10:12 AM
I looked in the iTunes store and it is on the front page, in the first section of ‘New Releases’ and #3 on Top Albums!
Praise God!
So get people to keep on buying it, not for Chris, or Six Step, but for God’s Glory!
September 4th, 2008 at 10:17 AM
AWESOME WORSHIP EXPERIENCE! Thank you Passion Family. I so can’t wait for the 2009 Tour with Israel Houghton!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
September 4th, 2008 at 10:38 AM
it’s fantastic! i think that ‘love’ is my favorite track right now. more listening….thanks louie for all you do.
September 4th, 2008 at 10:41 AM
I got the pre-sale of all 3 CDs and I have to say I love them all.
I got Chris’ CD on Tuesday and was so excited to finally have it in my hands. I have to say that I give a stand up ovation, first to God for giving Chris and the writers all these amazing songs, and then to Chris and everyone who was part of it. I have been listening to it non-stop and I am actually listening to it right now at work. Chris and the band have come a long way and their songs just keep getting better and better. I love how these new songs bring us into the presence of the Almighty and allow us to connect with the author of Love.
I already got my tickets for the tour next year in West Palm Beach with the pre-sale…I am REALLY looking forward to that.
Louie and Chris, thanks SO MUCH for allowing yourselves to be used by God, because we are so blessed by your obedience and your Passion for Him.
In His love,
~Ursula~
September 4th, 2008 at 12:18 PM
Hey!
I really am enjoying “Hello Love” it was really cool getting it a few days early (it showed up on Sat.!) :)
I have it in my car, so I look forward to my times of driving!
It’s one of the best places to worship God (cause it’s just me and Him!) :)
Also…the pre-sale ticket offer was cool as well; I put my order in as soon as I saw the offer! (Thanks Chris and sixsteps!) :)
I can hardly wait for leg 3 of the WT!
Texas still has your back (110 percent)!!! ;)
Much love and many prayers……
September 4th, 2008 at 1:34 PM
I’m loving the new cd’s … Charlie’s brand new one is so creative and fresh. David’s new one has the roar of the crowd and more energy! And Chris’ hello love is inspiring and encouraging … what an incredible love that is offered to us. :D
September 4th, 2008 at 2:36 PM
Ditto, Louie… :)
Still praying, and
HELLO LOVE!
September 4th, 2008 at 3:50 PM
Louie! It’s been a few months since i’ve left a comment on the blog, but I have def been in tune with the Passion movement going to the nations. Yeah! I’m excited about all the news and stories from the world tour and am so excited about what God is doing. I heard news of Passion Church in the ATL, and I’m very excited for you all. you are doing great things!
Hello Love..wow. where do I begin…what a beautiful portrait of God that is captured by this album. These songs are prayers of praise and worship! I’ll never forget the first time I heard Sing Sing Sing and God of this City in Boston. Sweet! I’m just so thrilled about this album that I can’t stop playing it and trying to figure out the guitar chords and stuff. Praise the Lord.
hoping and praying passion will have a huge landing event in the usa at some point in the near future! i want to worship with ya’ll!
September 4th, 2008 at 11:59 PM
Hey Sixsteps- kudos again on the timely pre-order delivery! (and thanks again for the great pre-order package!)
Still exploring Hello Love, I’m taken in by several songs…
right now You Lifted Me Out is dancing in my head although many of the other songs are vying for attention… like Praise the Father, Praise the Son… God Almighty… Jesus Messiah…My Deliverer… Love… (ok before I name them all)… let’s just say well done! =) Also, congrats CTB on the platinum and gold certifications for Arriving and STM!
Praying that God will ultimately use the songs on Hello Love to draw people closer to Him in worship…
thanks so much for all you do~
blessings =)
September 5th, 2008 at 5:12 AM
Well I was going to say that we’re praying for you on the First Monday blog but I was too slow and so I will combine both. So, we’re praying for the next leg of the tour from Mexico to Sydney and all involved in organising , speaking ,worship leading, volunteering, etc. :)
Thank you for such prompt service in sending the Cds out and for such an amazing pre-sale price. Charlie’s and the DC*B arrived within a few days of being released and “Hello Love” arrived all the way ” Down Under “today.
September 5th, 2008 at 9:19 AM
I’m not from Texas (that’s right), but to those brilliant Texans who created “Hello Love” I have this to say…
YIPPEE KI YAY!!! Great Job!
(yipˈē/ kī / ā – An exclamation of joy popular with cowboys)
September 5th, 2008 at 11:34 AM
Received my Charlie Hall & DCB cd’s on Wed here in Johannesburg!! now to test the patience till Hello Love arrives…..:(
The annointed voices of these guys in all 3 bands (never forgetting the rest of the crew)-its an great that you all sing the way you do to bring glory to God and only to God-thats what will carry you all forward.
Thankyou to Him that guides the hands to pen the lyrics,and moves the hands to play the instruments – one can truly say you are all “instruments” in His hands.
Its this type of music that puts joy of worship in our hearts & smiles on our faces.
God bless you all each moment.
September 5th, 2008 at 3:25 PM
I love this cd!! It has got to be my favorate Tomiln cd so far. From Jesus Messiah, God of this City, to I will Rise. This cd has God’s awesomeness written all over it!
September 5th, 2008 at 5:41 PM
i can’t stop listening to this album! it is definately his best yet! i was at student life 2008 in daytona and i fell in love with the songs. i love how the lyrics forced me to turn my eyes upon Him! and i will never forget how we sang the chorus of Jesus Messiah over and over again and it was like i was singing it for the first time! truly amazing to know the 7,000 people were worshiping the Almighty God in one place. Thanks Louie and Shelley for leading this wonderful record! God has bleesed you with these talented artists. and thank you Chris for your faithfulness and a longing to reach the world with you gifts! Keep it up!
September 6th, 2008 at 5:52 AM
Hey guys-
i thought i’d get on here and see something about everyone praying for the students along the gulf coast, but i haven’t.
there were many of us effected by Hurricane Gustav. schools have been shut down all week. many will return to class monday, but many will not. many won’t return to school for another week. everything has been shut down.
i’ve seen many home destroyed and many people doing without this week.
we were without electricity for an entire week, but there were towns near us that were without electricity and running water. many places will be without both going into next week.
there is talk Fall break being totally cut out. for many students, that a few days of sanity much needed.
please PLEASE remember to pray for us. hurricane season is not over. there are several hurricanes out there, a few that are suspected to come this way. we don’t need that.
thanks guys
-courtney
September 6th, 2008 at 6:02 AM
Hello Love, how are you?? l want to say that your songs a nice to Africa and touch many student in Uganda we need you to back. passion was good to Ugandans student
September 6th, 2008 at 6:12 AM
l want say that a Like you songs to much. alike God this city ,singing singing,noe .passion is greatful in world may God bless you has you moving to the world
thanks you xxxxxxxxxxx
may God bless you guys
Ritah from Uganda kampala
September 6th, 2008 at 11:18 AM
Hi Courtney. Noticed #1 on First Monday prayer (Last post). We are all praying for you and finding ways to help.
September 6th, 2008 at 2:03 PM
Can’t wait to hear it!
September 6th, 2008 at 4:23 PM
I finally got the chance to check Chris Tomlin’s new CD out and it is amazing!! Oh, and at this point it is #2 on iTune’s Top Albums! God is just amazing, and I love it when His fame is raised above all else…the place it should always be! Keep rocking it out and spreading His Glory throughout the world!!
September 6th, 2008 at 4:53 PM
It’s an amazing cd! I love “Praise the Father, praise the Son”.
I’m excited about this new release and I’m even more excited to see God use Chris and you for His bigger purpose.
I continue to pray for you and I’m praying that this new project (and the other projects) will find their way to people who need them and who can use them in a way to connect with God. Thinking of you and take care! Jacoline
Jesus replied: ” ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’
Matthew 22:36-38
September 6th, 2008 at 10:45 PM
Dear Louie and team….wow. So I am absolutely positive that your team already grasp that God has chosen you all, set you apart and designed you all for such a time as this….like the 268 anthem – to make His name famous. i know you know that….i guess i wanted you to know it is obvious. it is obvious.
I see Chris as a voice for this generation (regardless of age) and when a new album comes out that is again made obvious….”All the way my Savior leads me” and “I will rise” (amidst an entire album of brilliance) are simply anointed brilliance.
You guys rock. Thanks for bveing you and following His lead….all the way!
from bron
September 7th, 2008 at 6:37 PM
A truly phenomenal God-breathed album!! I’m absolutely loving it. I am truly thankful to God for using these amazing people, Chris and band, Louie, Ed Cash, Matt Redman, Cary Pierce, Matt Maher and others, in bringing these songs to the churches all around the world. Thank you guys for being God’s vessels. Also thanks to sixsteps (Shelly & Mike) for all the hard work you put in! God bless you all.
Fiona
P.S. To the worship leaders out there, there is also a worship leader’s edition of the album out too, with extras, teaching instruction, etc
September 9th, 2008 at 6:49 AM
Dearest & Woderful Louie
I love our God so much more for using YOU in such an amazing way ,my heart is overflowing and have so much to say but first we are truely thanking our God for the inspiration He is Blessing and guiding you,my husband and I are in ministry at a church in Eerste River Cape Town SA and we have enjoyed your DVD so much and have been encourage by it that we have been sharing it with our congregation and with unsaved friends and families,and thanks to you that you have not turn your back on God for the calling he has for you “OUR YOUNG PEOPLE” in our area our hearts are bleeding for our youth being hooked on the TIK drug so we are encourage to take your call to the youth and liink it up with our young people ,so thanks again and may our GREAT GOD bless your ministry and take it to heights which only HE can do
Love in Christ
Lydia for both of us
September 9th, 2008 at 6:53 AM
one more other thing,if you do manage and if the Lord allows you to come back to Velodrome Cape Town SA pleeeaase not on a Wednesday if at all possible as the Leading Pair we have prayer meeting and cannot attend and could not bring young people to you preaching :(
September 9th, 2008 at 11:59 AM
At Revelation Generation, I got a free book cover of the cover art of “Hello Love.” Since I’m in college, I don’t really need to cover my books anymore, so I hung it on my wall as a poster. Last night, we had fire inspections in our apartment. My RA came in, saw it, and instantly said, “Where did you get that?” I told him, and he said, “I don’t know who it is, but it is awesome!” He really loved the design of it. He looked at it closer and said, “Oh, it’s Chris!” I know he still has no clue who Chris is, but it was a wonderful opportunity to spread the love about Chris’ new album. So to whomever designed it, you did an awesome job and it really does catch people’s attention! Great job!! :D
September 9th, 2008 at 12:55 PM
Hello everyone!! Hello Louie and team!!! =D I was so excited about the PASSION WORLD TOUR that happened in KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA last month!! I bought 2 tickets!! But thanks to work commitment I MISSED IT!! CAN YOU BELIEVE IT??? However I blessed my friend and my sister by giving them the tickets and I’m glad that they were so blessed by the presence of GOD and I heard about the powerful message that was shared and I thought to myself….. How can I let that opportunity slipped from my hand…
And I have decided…
I’ll be flying to HONG KONG to attend the PASSION WORLD TOUR CONFERENCE!!! I hope everything will run through smoothly this time and I won’t let any obstacle to block my appointment with GOD!!! Will pray about it and can’t wait to grasp God’s presence during the conference and meet up with you guyz!!! Can’t wait can’t wait!!
Anyway, good job and thank you for giving to the LORD!! I’m sure many lives are being blessed and saved through your hard work to serve the kingdom of GOD!! PRAISE THE LORD and GOD BLESS YOU WITH MANY MORE STRENGTH AND WISDOM TO SERVE HIM!!!
September 9th, 2008 at 10:42 PM
andrew : AMEN !
September 10th, 2008 at 9:15 PM
Saw you on “Everyday with Marcus and Lisa” today and was, as always, impressed! My dad works on the morning show on family net and has heard me talk about you a lot so he finally heard you speak and both he and my mom were also impressed by you and your message. You have a heart for a generation of people that have been so often neglected and from one such youth/now college student-THANK YOU! You and the team are doing amazing things and giving heart and hope to group of students who, as you so perfectly put it, want to change the world.
September 13th, 2008 at 2:51 AM
I must I CANT WAIT TO GET my copy. Guys u can add me as a friend on facebook.
September 14th, 2008 at 12:24 AM
Hello Love is absolutely phenomenal! I love it! Great job to Chris and the band! (and everyone else who contributed towards the making of Hello Love!) Their music is truly a blessing! …To anyone who doesn’t yet have it… I truly recommend it! It’s basically all I’ve been listening to since september 2nd! :) … it was sure worth the wait!
God Bless you all!
September 15th, 2008 at 11:54 PM
Thanks for re-introducing me to Love. Can’t decide which is my favorite song. I’m challenged and awed by the lyrics of every song on this record. Can’t wait for Dallas! I’ll be the loud one up front singing my heart out to my God, my Deliverer!
September 23rd, 2008 at 1:46 AM
Thanks for doing Gods work! I really enjoy listening to this new album! You know the expression, it brightens my day, well I’m changing it to, it brightens my heart! Thanks again!
October 3rd, 2008 at 7:08 PM
Please continue to do the will of God as what he has ordained for all of you in such a time as this! God Bless you all immensely…….Safe travel across the world!
November 11th, 2008 at 9:18 AM
I recently bought a copy of Hello love and it is amazing.
February 4th, 2009 at 4:34 PM
Достаточно спорно, но как вариант
February 11th, 2009 at 12:12 AM
Хм… Читаю и понимаю, что нифига не понимаю о чем речь:)