Zach Williams opens up about his new album "Jesus Loves" and why he believes his music is meant for misfits, prodigals and church kids alike. In this interview, he reflects on 10 years in Christian music, shares the heart behind songs like “Hated” and “Killed a Man,” and talks candidly about burnout, faith and grace. Williams also explains why the gospel meets people where they are -- not where they think they should be.

Prophets Cave

A teen gave an inspiring “Your Way’s Better” performance on The Voice. The young man shone bright as he beautifully sang a tune from gospel artist Forrest Frank. Watch the short yet powerful clip to see and hear the teenager perform the song about choosing and adhering to the Lord’s guidance and path for his life.

Shows like American Idol, The Voice and America’s Got Talent see a constant and consistent wave of talent. Every season, hundreds, thousands of people do their darndest, hoping to make their dreams come true when they audition for those programs. Some make it onto the show, while the far bigger majority are, sadly, denied and sent on their way.

But every season of those programs always turns up a treasure trove of undiscovered talent. They are often individuals who leave you thinking and wondering why they haven’t been discovered sooner. Perhaps it was stage fright, and they hadn’t built up enough nerve yet. Maybe they didn’t have an opportunity to shine, or possibly something else entirely.

Whatever the case may have been for 14-year-old Max Chambers, people are now aware of him and his incredible musical talents. In a clip posted on YouTube, Max took to the stage during the finale of The Voice and performed a moving rendition of Forrest Frank’s “Your Way’s Better.” It’s a performance so jaw-droppingly good that you’ll want to watch it more than once. 

For someone so young, he acts and carries himself on stage like someone who has been doing this for decades.

Not only did he perform well, but the song he sang is one that many people likely needed to hear.

“Oh Lord, I need You now more than ever
Would you put my heart back together
I searched the world ‘til my head hurt
Just to find out Your way’s better”

What a fantastic performance and song!

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

If you are a '90s worship fan, and even if you’re not, this powerful “Shout to the Lord' performance is a must-hear, for sure. This is a cover you don’t want to miss. Play the video to hear it!

Worship leader Joel Jackson demonstrates so much insane control in his cover of this song. His unique voice lends it a slight rock edge that complements the music. The cover feels very intimate, as he plays the piano and sings alone in an empty church. 

Some of the beautiful lyrics to “Shout to the Lord” are:

Shout to the Lord all the Earth, let us sing
Power and majesty, praise to the King
Mountains bow down and the seas will roar
At the sound of Your name

Joel’s incredible voice transforms this song into something new that would fit in with today’s worship scene. He demonstrates tremendous talent. As he sings, he pulls the worship right from his heart; it’s evident that he is singing to God. 

The simplicity of Joel’s delivery enables the listener to focus entirely on the humble message of the song, which speaks to the greatness of God. Without the distraction of many vocalists or instruments, the song’s true beauty shines all the brighter. It is a closed atmosphere that feels impactful and personal.

When you hear Joel sing this, it is easy to see why the song has endured for decades and will likely continue to do so for many more to come. It is a heartfelt worship song. Joel shows that worship doesn’t have to be in a room full of people; God is also honored when you praise him alone, from your heart. 

“Let all the earth send out a glad cry to the Lord; sounding with a loud voice, and praising him with songs of joy.” Psalms 98:4

There is something powerful about an a acapella song. When young men come together and pull this off, it is truly inspiring. You’ll get chills hearing this boy's choir sing ‘Nearer, My God to Thee.’

A group of young men, dressed in white shirts and black slacks, stand in a semi-circle in front of a stunning church. They appear to be no older than eighteen, and the youngest is very mature for his age. What they accomplish is magnificent. 

The group begins together, with tight harmonies filling the acoustics of the church. Suddenly, a soloist steps up to the front. He has a fantastic and smooth voice; you will instantly love hearing him lead. 

He is easy to listen to, and the background vocals are incredibly done. They have beautiful tone painting and dynamics in their group. As the lead singer hits the high notes, you will be amazed at how his voice soars. 

In an unexpected turn, the youngest singer steps forward as the lead vocalist steps back on a powerful bridge. The transition from singers is unexpected, yet so naturally done. This young boy has such a wonderful vocal ability for his age. 

It will wow you. It will leave you wanting to hear more. Their tight-knit vocals, high energy, and positive attitudes of teamwork provide such encouragement to anyone listening and viewing. 

The lyrics to this timeless hymn say:

Nearer, my God, to thee, nearer to thee!
E'en though it be a cross that raiseth me,
still all my song shall be,

As you reflect on God’s closeness to all of us and His promises of His presence for all who accept Jesus as Savior, rejoice. Ponder the importance of these lyrics out of the mouths of these boys. God is near to us, and we can hold on to this promise and hope in Him. 

“Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity!" Psalm 133:1

HYMN REMIX "I HAVE CHOSEN TO FOLLOW JESUS" BLUES PRAISE WORSHIP STYLE MODERNIZED VERSION OF SONG, COPYRIGHTED 2025 ERIK HASSELBECK MINISTRIES ALL RIGHTS RESERVED, "OUR HEAVENLY DESTINY" SERIES

"Those Words In Red" expresses how my walk with Christ was established at an early age by often going to church with my grandparents, uncle and often cousins. How we were told the importance of paying close attention to what the preacher said. And how when I was young many times the word was not just powerful because of the scriptures but because of how those scriptures were shared.

"Let The Peace Of God Rule Your Heart" shares how we should turn away from our sinful lives and embrace God so we can have peace in our minds and heart. How through true dedication we can show the love and kindness we should have for others.

Love And Grace Family Resource Ministry is where we combine sharing God's word and Love through scripture and physical food thru our weekly "Food Share" program. Our song "Love And Grace" shares how Love And Grace isn't just a place but a way of life. How helping others is an important part of our Christian walk by actually being the feet and hands of Christ. The video shares the lyrics and song cover.

Our song "Revival" shares the news of revival sweeping the nation especially among young people. Hopefully they fully understand the commitment expected by God and it is not just a feel-good movement. The video shares the lyrics and song cover.

"Simple Man" describes my life helping others with not just spiritual help but also physical needs. It shares how this is how we should live our lives helping people and showing Gods love to those around us. Our video shows the cover and lyrics.

"Get Out Of The Darkness" urges people to turn to God especially if their life seems like nothing ever goes right. Many people suffer from living in a dark world and the Son is the light and the way to overcome that darkness. Our video features the song cover and the lyrics so people can sing along.

This is a song I wrote but decided to use as a song for the band in the book I am working on. I have shared this song on my show recently but wanted to put it out by itself for those who would like to see it again outside of my show. Merry Christmas!

Our song "Revelation" lets people know eternity is real and you will spend eternity somewhere. Life is sometimes hard but if we read the book of Revelation, it tells us God has already won the battle and with him we can overcome death and spend eternity in heaven, The video shows the cover art and lyrics.

Our song "You Are Loved" describes how we had no idea the mental strain or pain our son was going through. It is so important to always reach out to family and friends each and every day because we never know when they may be having a bad day. This has been the hardest thing we have ever gone through and we pray you never have to go through this. For those who have gone through the loss of a child, I would never say I know how you feel because every ones situation is different. What we can say is without God, prayers, family and friends we could not get through this. The video shows our son when he was baptized and the lyrics for the song.

This video shows the lyrics for our song "1 John 3:17". This song is of course about the verse 1 John 3:17 and how if we have God's love we should not turn our backs on someone in need. Since our ministry is focused on sharing God's word and showing God's love through helping families with groceries and other items. This is our Motto for Love And Grace Family Resource Ministry.

This video is for our second song and shows the lyrics for "Life Ain't Always Easy". It is about how life in general is not always easy and even Christian life is not always easy. But if we trust and rely on God he will help us through our struggles.

This is our first song and the video shows the lyrics. This describes some of my struggles since losing my son. Satan uses trickery to make us doubt our relationship with God and we must always be prayed up to keep from falling for his tricks.

Video shows lyrics for "Christian" it's more than a name. Which is about how so many people claim to be a Christian but fail to live up to the name.

This video shows the lyrics of "Open The Gate" which is about how people should not allow anything to separate them from God.

Zach Williams opens up about his new album "Jesus Loves" and why he believes his music is meant for misfits, prodigals and church kids alike. In this interview, he reflects on 10 years in Christian music, shares the heart behind songs like “Hated” and “Killed a Man,” and talks candidly about burnout, faith and grace. Williams also explains why the gospel meets people where they are -- not where they think they should be.

Prophets Cave

A teen gave an inspiring “Your Way’s Better” performance on The Voice. The young man shone bright as he beautifully sang a tune from gospel artist Forrest Frank. Watch the short yet powerful clip to see and hear the teenager perform the song about choosing and adhering to the Lord’s guidance and path for his life.

Shows like American Idol, The Voice and America’s Got Talent see a constant and consistent wave of talent. Every season, hundreds, thousands of people do their darndest, hoping to make their dreams come true when they audition for those programs. Some make it onto the show, while the far bigger majority are, sadly, denied and sent on their way.

But every season of those programs always turns up a treasure trove of undiscovered talent. They are often individuals who leave you thinking and wondering why they haven’t been discovered sooner. Perhaps it was stage fright, and they hadn’t built up enough nerve yet. Maybe they didn’t have an opportunity to shine, or possibly something else entirely.

Whatever the case may have been for 14-year-old Max Chambers, people are now aware of him and his incredible musical talents. In a clip posted on YouTube, Max took to the stage during the finale of The Voice and performed a moving rendition of Forrest Frank’s “Your Way’s Better.” It’s a performance so jaw-droppingly good that you’ll want to watch it more than once. 

For someone so young, he acts and carries himself on stage like someone who has been doing this for decades.

Not only did he perform well, but the song he sang is one that many people likely needed to hear.

“Oh Lord, I need You now more than ever
Would you put my heart back together
I searched the world ‘til my head hurt
Just to find out Your way’s better”

What a fantastic performance and song!

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

If you are a '90s worship fan, and even if you’re not, this powerful “Shout to the Lord' performance is a must-hear, for sure. This is a cover you don’t want to miss. Play the video to hear it!

Worship leader Joel Jackson demonstrates so much insane control in his cover of this song. His unique voice lends it a slight rock edge that complements the music. The cover feels very intimate, as he plays the piano and sings alone in an empty church. 

Some of the beautiful lyrics to “Shout to the Lord” are:

Shout to the Lord all the Earth, let us sing
Power and majesty, praise to the King
Mountains bow down and the seas will roar
At the sound of Your name

Joel’s incredible voice transforms this song into something new that would fit in with today’s worship scene. He demonstrates tremendous talent. As he sings, he pulls the worship right from his heart; it’s evident that he is singing to God. 

The simplicity of Joel’s delivery enables the listener to focus entirely on the humble message of the song, which speaks to the greatness of God. Without the distraction of many vocalists or instruments, the song’s true beauty shines all the brighter. It is a closed atmosphere that feels impactful and personal.

When you hear Joel sing this, it is easy to see why the song has endured for decades and will likely continue to do so for many more to come. It is a heartfelt worship song. Joel shows that worship doesn’t have to be in a room full of people; God is also honored when you praise him alone, from your heart. 

“Let all the earth send out a glad cry to the Lord; sounding with a loud voice, and praising him with songs of joy.” Psalms 98:4

There is something powerful about an a acapella song. When young men come together and pull this off, it is truly inspiring. You’ll get chills hearing this boy's choir sing ‘Nearer, My God to Thee.’

A group of young men, dressed in white shirts and black slacks, stand in a semi-circle in front of a stunning church. They appear to be no older than eighteen, and the youngest is very mature for his age. What they accomplish is magnificent. 

The group begins together, with tight harmonies filling the acoustics of the church. Suddenly, a soloist steps up to the front. He has a fantastic and smooth voice; you will instantly love hearing him lead. 

He is easy to listen to, and the background vocals are incredibly done. They have beautiful tone painting and dynamics in their group. As the lead singer hits the high notes, you will be amazed at how his voice soars. 

In an unexpected turn, the youngest singer steps forward as the lead vocalist steps back on a powerful bridge. The transition from singers is unexpected, yet so naturally done. This young boy has such a wonderful vocal ability for his age. 

It will wow you. It will leave you wanting to hear more. Their tight-knit vocals, high energy, and positive attitudes of teamwork provide such encouragement to anyone listening and viewing. 

The lyrics to this timeless hymn say:

Nearer, my God, to thee, nearer to thee!
E'en though it be a cross that raiseth me,
still all my song shall be,

As you reflect on God’s closeness to all of us and His promises of His presence for all who accept Jesus as Savior, rejoice. Ponder the importance of these lyrics out of the mouths of these boys. God is near to us, and we can hold on to this promise and hope in Him. 

“Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity!" Psalm 133:1

HYMN REMIX "I HAVE CHOSEN TO FOLLOW JESUS" BLUES PRAISE WORSHIP STYLE MODERNIZED VERSION OF SONG, COPYRIGHTED 2025 ERIK HASSELBECK MINISTRIES ALL RIGHTS RESERVED, "OUR HEAVENLY DESTINY" SERIES

"Those Words In Red" expresses how my walk with Christ was established at an early age by often going to church with my grandparents, uncle and often cousins. How we were told the importance of paying close attention to what the preacher said. And how when I was young many times the word was not just powerful because of the scriptures but because of how those scriptures were shared.

"Let The Peace Of God Rule Your Heart" shares how we should turn away from our sinful lives and embrace God so we can have peace in our minds and heart. How through true dedication we can show the love and kindness we should have for others.

Love And Grace Family Resource Ministry is where we combine sharing God's word and Love through scripture and physical food thru our weekly "Food Share" program. Our song "Love And Grace" shares how Love And Grace isn't just a place but a way of life. How helping others is an important part of our Christian walk by actually being the feet and hands of Christ. The video shares the lyrics and song cover.

Our song "Revival" shares the news of revival sweeping the nation especially among young people. Hopefully they fully understand the commitment expected by God and it is not just a feel-good movement. The video shares the lyrics and song cover.

"Simple Man" describes my life helping others with not just spiritual help but also physical needs. It shares how this is how we should live our lives helping people and showing Gods love to those around us. Our video shows the cover and lyrics.

"Get Out Of The Darkness" urges people to turn to God especially if their life seems like nothing ever goes right. Many people suffer from living in a dark world and the Son is the light and the way to overcome that darkness. Our video features the song cover and the lyrics so people can sing along.

This is a song I wrote but decided to use as a song for the band in the book I am working on. I have shared this song on my show recently but wanted to put it out by itself for those who would like to see it again outside of my show. Merry Christmas!

Our song "Revelation" lets people know eternity is real and you will spend eternity somewhere. Life is sometimes hard but if we read the book of Revelation, it tells us God has already won the battle and with him we can overcome death and spend eternity in heaven, The video shows the cover art and lyrics.

Our song "You Are Loved" describes how we had no idea the mental strain or pain our son was going through. It is so important to always reach out to family and friends each and every day because we never know when they may be having a bad day. This has been the hardest thing we have ever gone through and we pray you never have to go through this. For those who have gone through the loss of a child, I would never say I know how you feel because every ones situation is different. What we can say is without God, prayers, family and friends we could not get through this. The video shows our son when he was baptized and the lyrics for the song.

This video shows the lyrics for our song "1 John 3:17". This song is of course about the verse 1 John 3:17 and how if we have God's love we should not turn our backs on someone in need. Since our ministry is focused on sharing God's word and showing God's love through helping families with groceries and other items. This is our Motto for Love And Grace Family Resource Ministry.

This video is for our second song and shows the lyrics for "Life Ain't Always Easy". It is about how life in general is not always easy and even Christian life is not always easy. But if we trust and rely on God he will help us through our struggles.

This is our first song and the video shows the lyrics. This describes some of my struggles since losing my son. Satan uses trickery to make us doubt our relationship with God and we must always be prayed up to keep from falling for his tricks.

Video shows lyrics for "Christian" it's more than a name. Which is about how so many people claim to be a Christian but fail to live up to the name.

This video shows the lyrics of "Open The Gate" which is about how people should not allow anything to separate them from God.