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I’ve met a lot of people in my young life, but, yesterday I met a fellow that will not soon be forgotten. I mean the guy told me to grab his goatee, he’s a good man. Charlie Hall is a Singer/Songwriter/Worship Leader/Pastor and now a friend. We had the chance to hang for a few hours yesterday as he and my friend Phil Wickham are on tour together and the tour stopped here at Cornerstone. Charlie is one of those guys that lives like I hope I live. He lives in the midst of his story, believing God, believing the scripture, making his declaration through the art of song and doing everything with Christ in him to live it out. A couple things really stood out to me from what I observed in my time with Charlie and I’d love to share them with you.
 Ultimately, now having had the chance to get to know Charlie, I see a man that has dealt and is dealing with real life face to face. Charlie is a man that declares the truth of the songs God has given him to serve as a medium to help free people, but, they’re also the songs to remind him that he’s free. I appreciate the way he draws people in who don’t normally feel invited in and reminds us all that we’re broken people in need of redemption. Much more to say, but, for your own good, go download some of his music. His newest offering is called ‘The Bright Sadness’. Check it out! |
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Agreed! Charlie Hall is the man. About 2 or 3 years ago, he and his team led a small gathering for worship leaders/musicians in New York City and I was on the guest list. It was great to spend some time with him, listening to his input and thoughts. I loved his last album, "Marvelous Light."
There is an uplifting feeling that overwhelms my body when I read about Charlie. It is nice to see people around the world using their talents, like music in this instance, to get the word of God out. It is through our passions that it will show strongest. I too am very musically inclined. Growing up in the church and being a part of the choir was the first step. During my first years of college, at Riverside Community College in Southern California, I joined a few vocal groups: Festival Singers (a large group choir), Showcase Singers (a show choir) and Showcase Jazz Singers (a vocal jazz group). I was able to bring out myself and my beliefs through the music and performances. During this time, I traveled all around the world, including Japan, Mexico, Texas and much more, where I was able to bring my talents to a new crowd. Through the groups' efforts, we were able to reach out to others and sometimes providing them the experiences they needed to get involved and express their talents as well. I see this in Charlie. What a beautiful thing you all are doing.