Reviewed by A T Bradford

Jason is a rare artist who can combines musical talent with pragmatism - he co-writes with a team of lyricists who supply solid truths, competently pushing the theological envelope while retaining a biblical message. "With Every Act Of Love" epitomises this, piano and light percussion supporting the message ("God put a million, million doors in the world/For his love to walk through/One of those doors is you"). The team are lyrically innovative too - "With my first kiss, I tried to make her mine but I missed" in a walk through the ups and down of life on "The Best Days", Gray's acoustic guitar underscoring the melody line. "Even This Will Be Made Beautiful" deploys synth, keys and bass to proclaim Ecclesiastes 3:11 - "He has made everything beautiful in its time - even this will be made beautiful." There is a gritty realism on "Not Right Now" and a message of wisdom too - when your house is burning down, trite answers are not what is needed. Joy features on "Laugh Out Loud" featuring whistling and laughter while "Love Will Have The Final Word" is another standout track with tight drums and percussion punching out Gray's message. This is one of those rare albums where every track is musically and lyrically excellent.

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