The Extra Mile is a very enjoyable CD-fun, encouraging, and full of warmth and good sounds. There is a nearly even mix of upbeat and slower tunes; I was surprised to discover I liked every song on the album! Each song says something worthwhile-well-written lyrics are found throughout.
The song that drew me to the CD is "To Forgive." It is a touching depiction of the need for us to LIVE our Christianity by forgiving as we have been forgiven and to learn to reach out to others despite any pain they have caused. The title song talks of giving of ourselves for a friend out of love, not only when it's easy, but when it involves a sacrifice.
Witnessing is another way of giving, and three songs deal specifically with this. "If We Believe" urges us to take our beliefs seriously by leading others to Christ. The song "Stand Up" is about following Jesus with enough conviction to make the Truth known in the midst of the world's confused priorities and faulty morals. "Shine Out the Light" (the National theme song for See You at the Pole Day) inspires Christians to be the light that beckons others out of the darkness.
"Call Me" and "River of Light" are about having someone to turn to and depend on in every situation we face. "The Love We Know" stresses the importance of keeping love strong, and "That's What My Father Would Do" is about unconditional love that looks beyond our faults. Two songs of commitment are left-"I Still Believe in Forever" (very uplifting words about faith), and "I Choose to Follow" (perhaps the most beautiful song here). It's a great project; if you've heard any of the songs and liked them, you'll probably like the rest too!
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