Believers Companion Blog

Gateway Worship , the acclaimed worship ministry emanating from Gateway Church in Southlake, Texas, announces the release of their deeply personal new single "Known By You," featuring the compelling vocal artistry of Anna Byrd . This moving new track arrives as a tender meditation on divine intimacy and the transformative power of being fully seen and loved by God, offering listeners a musical experience that prioritizes authentic connection over performance and vulnerability over spectacle. "Known By You" emerges as a deliberate departure from the high-energy anthems that have characterized much of contemporary worship music, instead choosing to create space for quiet reflection and emotional honesty. The song builds upon Gateway Worship's established reputation for crafting music that serves the local church while reaching far beyond denominational boundaries, offering a musical journey that invites listeners into the sacred experience of being truly known. Th...

Gateway Worship ft Jessie Harris – Always (Review) Gateway Worship ft Jessie Harris – Always (Review) Artist: Gateway Worship ft Jessie Harris Song Title: Always Release Date: January 16, 2026 Genre: Gospel Watch: YouTube Review Gateway Worship , featuring Jessie Harris, delivers a soul-stirring anthem of faith with “Always” . Released on January 16, 2026, the song encourages believers to trust in God’s unwavering presence and love, providing a powerful message of hope and worship. Musically, “Always” blends contemporary worship elements with harmonious vocals, allowing Jessie Harris and the Gateway Worship team to convey a deep sense of devotion and spiritual intimacy. The song is both uplifting and r...

Gateway Worship ft Zach Cheatham, Maddison Serban – Covered By The Blood (Review) Gateway Worship ft Zach Cheatham, Maddison Serban – Covered By The Blood (Review) Artist: Gateway Worship Song Title: Covered By The Blood Featuring: Zach Cheatham, Maddison Serban Release Date: March 6, 2026 Genre: Gospel / Worship Watch: YouTube Review Gateway Worship delivers a powerful message of redemption and grace in “Covered By The Blood” , featuring the passionate vocals of Zach Cheatham and Maddison Serban. Released on March 6, 2026, the song centers on the profound truth of the believer’s salvation through the sacrificial blood of Jesus Christ. The worship track blends heartfelt lyrics with a rich contemporary worship arrangement that gradually builds into a powerful declaration of faith. Zach Cheatham’s expressive lead vocals combined with Maddison Serban’s harmonies create an atmosphere that draws listeners i...

Gateway Worship ft Zac Rowe - Always Will Be (Chapel Sessions) (Review) Artist: Gateway Worship ft Zac Rowe Song: Always Will Be (Chapel Sessions) Release Date: October 3, 2025 Genre: Gospel / Worship Watch/Stream: Click here Review "Always Will Be (Chapel Sessions)" is a powerful worship track from Gateway Worship featuring Zac Rowe . The song is a heartfelt declaration of God’s unchanging faithfulness and a reminder of His eternal love. Its gentle yet uplifting arrangement allows listeners to engage fully in worship and reflection. Zac Rowe’s emotive vocals blend seamlessly with the rich instrumental backdrop, creating a moving experience that resonates deeply with listeners. The live chapel session atmosphere adds ...

Gateway Worship ft Austin Benjamin, Anna Byrd – I Speak Jesus (Review) Gateway Worship ft Austin Benjamin, Anna Byrd – I Speak Jesus (Review) Artist: Gateway Worship ft Austin Benjamin, Anna Byrd Song Title: I Speak Jesus Release Date: March 6, 2026 Genre: Worship / Contemporary Christian Watch: YouTube Review Gateway Worship delivers a powerful and spirit-filled anthem in “I Speak Jesus” , featuring Austin Benjamin and Anna Byrd. Released on March 6, 2026, the song stands as a bold declaration of the authority, healing, and peace found in the name of Jesus. The track builds on a foundation of modern worship with a gentle yet progressive arrangement that gradually rises into a passionate expression of faith. Austin Benjamin and Anna Byrd bring sincerity and depth through their vocal delivery, creating a worship atmosphere that feels both personal and congregational. Lyrically, “I Speak Jesus” centers on proclaimin...

Gateway Worship ft Claire Smith – Jesus Be The Name (Review) Gateway Worship ft Claire Smith – Jesus Be The Name (Review) Artist: Gateway Worship ft Claire Smith Song Title: Jesus Be The Name Release Date: February 24, 2026 Genre: Contemporary Worship Watch: YouTube Review Released on February 24, 2026, “Jesus Be The Name” is a reverent worship declaration that centers entirely on the exaltation of Christ. Gateway Worship continues its legacy of producing congregational anthems rooted in Scripture, and this release stands firmly within that tradition. From the opening chords, the arrangement establishes a reflective atmosphere before gradually building into a powerful corporate declaration. The lyrical structure is intentionally simple yet theologically rich, repeatedly affirming the supremacy, authority, and beauty of the name of Jesus. This repetition enhances congregational participation, making the song well-suit...

Gateway Worship ft. Bryan & Katie Torwalt – Covered By The Blood (Review) Artist: Gateway Worship ft. Bryan & Katie Torwalt Song Title: Covered By The Blood Release Date: April 4, 2025 Genre: Gospel / Contemporary Worship Stream/Watch: Click here Review “Covered By The Blood” is a powerful worship anthem by Gateway Worship featuring Bryan and Katie Torwalt . Released on April 4, 2025 , the song celebrates the redemptive power of Jesus’ blood and its ability to cleanse and protect the believer. Its passionate vocals and moving arrangement draw listeners into heartfelt worship. The song combines soaring harmonies with a contemporary worship style, creating moments of both reflection and exuberant praise. Bryan and Katie To...

Gateway Worship ft Austin Benjamin, Anna Byrd – I Speak Jesus (Review) Gateway Worship ft Austin Benjamin, Anna Byrd – I Speak Jesus (Review) Artist: Gateway Worship ft Austin Benjamin, Anna Byrd Song Title: I Speak Jesus Release Date: March 6, 2026 Genre: Worship / Contemporary Christian Watch: YouTube Review Gateway Worship delivers a powerful and spirit-filled anthem in “I Speak Jesus” , featuring Austin Benjamin and Anna Byrd. Released on March 6, 2026, the song stands as a bold declaration of the authority, healing, and peace found in the name of Jesus. The track builds on a foundation of modern worship with a gentle yet progressive arrangement that gradually rises into a passionate expression of faith. Austin Benjamin and Anna Byrd bring sincerity and depth through their vocal delivery, creating a worship atmosphere that feels both personal and congregational. Lyrically, “I Speak Jesus” centers on proclaimin...

Gateway Worship ft Jessie Harris - 'Tis So Sweet / Turn Your Eyes (Chapel Sessions) (Review) Artist: Gateway Worship ft Jessie Harris Song: 'Tis So Sweet / Turn Your Eyes (Chapel Sessions) Release Date: October 3, 2025 Genre: Gospel / Worship Watch/Stream: Click here Review 'Tis So Sweet / Turn Your Eyes (Chapel Sessions) by Gateway Worship featuring Jessie Harris is an intimate and worshipful experience that invites listeners into a deep reflection on God’s love and faithfulness. The Chapel Sessions rendition offers a warm, acoustic atmosphere that highlights the sincerity and vulnerability of the performance. Jessie Harris’ emotive vocals blend seamlessly with the gentle instrumentation, creating a peaceful yet ...

Gateway ALL IN ft Sabrina Osborn – Father's Hand (Review) Gateway ALL IN ft Sabrina Osborn – Father's Hand (Review) Artist: Gateway ALL IN ft Sabrina Osborn Song Title: Father's Hand Release Date: February 13, 2026 Genre: Gospel Watch: YouTube Review Gateway ALL IN teams up with Sabrina Osborn to deliver a powerful worship experience in “Father's Hand” , released on February 13, 2026. The song is a heartfelt declaration of trust and surrender, highlighting God's guidance and protection in every season of life. The combination of expressive vocals, rich instrumentation, and worshipful arrangement allows the song to resonate deeply with listeners. Each verse and chorus invites believers to reflect on the comfort and strength found in God’s loving hand, creating a profound atmosphere of reverence and hope. “Father's Hand” is both uplifting and intimate, making it a standout addition to perso...

Gospel music architect Frank Edwards has released "Obuka," a monumental collaborative single featuring renowned American worship leader Micah Stampley , drawn from his latest album Heart of Worship, which debuted on April 24, 2026. This track stands as one of the most ambitious and spiritually charged moments on the entire project, a cross-cultural declaration of divine greatness that transcends linguistic boundaries and unites the global church in a single anthem of praise.  The title "Obuka" emerges from the Igbo language, carrying a weight of meaning that encompasses the immensity, the unsearchable depth, and the incomprehensible vastness of God's nature and works. It is a word that defies simple translation, a linguistic vessel designed to hold more than any single English equivalent can contain, and in choosing it as the centerpiece of this collaboration, Edwards signals his commitment to honoring the linguistic riches of his heritage while inviting the w...

Femi Micah – Thirst (Review) Femi Micah – Thirst (Review) Artist: Femi Micah Song Title: Thirst Release Type: Live EP Release Date: March 19, 2026 Recorded At: Living Water Worship Conference Genre: Live Worship / Contemporary Gospel Watch: YouTube Review International gospel minister Femi Micah releases "Thirst" , a live worship EP that arrives March 19, 2026 as both musical offering and spiritual invitation. Recorded during the Living Water Worship Conference, this project captures what Micah describes as "a sound only the hungry recognize" an atmosphere where desperation for God becomes the gateway to deeper encounter. The title track "Thirst" embodies the psalmist's ancient cry: "As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God." But this isn't passive longing, it's active pursuit. Micah, who has been building his ministry with releases li...

Sound of Salem – Recover All (Review) Sound of Salem – Recover All (Review) Artist: Sound of Salem Song Title: Recover All Release Date: February 4, 2026 Genre: Gospel Watch: YouTube Review Sound of Salem delivers a heartfelt and powerful worship experience with “Recover All” , released on February 4, 2026. The song is a declaration of God’s restorative power, reminding believers that He can heal, restore, and recover all that has been lost. Musically rich and spiritually uplifting, “Recover All” features vibrant vocals, harmonious arrangements, and dynamic instrumentation that elevate the worship experience. The song carries a compelling message of hope, faith, and divine intervention, inspiring listeners to trust God in every situation. Beyond being a song, “Recover All” serves as an anthem of encouragement for believers facing challenges. Its lyrics and melody encourage persistent faith, prayer, and reliance o...

Ntokozo Mbambo – You Are Good (Live at Open Heavens) [Review] Ntokozo Mbambo – You Are Good (Live at Open Heavens) [Review] Artist: Ntokozo Mbambo Song Title: You Are Good (Live at Open Heavens) Release Date: March 27, 2026 Genre: Live Gospel / Worship Recorded At: Open Heavens 2025, Willowmoore Cricket Stadium Label: Koko Records / Precise Digital Watch: YouTube Review Ntokozo Mbambo captures lightning in a bottle with "You Are Good (Live at Open Heavens)" , officially released March 27, 2026. Recorded at the monumental Open Heavens 2025 gathering at Willowmoore Cricket Stadium, this track brings the energy and atmosphere of one of the world's largest worship events directly to your speakers. There's something irreplaceable about live worship recordings—the collective breath of thousands of believers, the spontaneous response of hearts encountering God's presence, the unscripted moments where h...

Jekalyn Carr – Yahweh (Intro) | Review Jekalyn Carr – Yahweh (Intro) | Review Artist: Jekalyn Carr Song Title: Yahweh (Intro) Release Date: October 20, 2023 Genre: Gospel / Worship Watch: YouTube Review Jekalyn Carr opens a sacred atmosphere with “Yahweh (Intro)” , a brief but deeply reverent worship moment released on October 20, 2023. Rather than aiming for vocal complexity or lyrical density, the song functions as a spiritual gateway—inviting listeners into a posture of awe, surrender, and recognition of God’s holiness. Minimal in structure yet rich in meaning, “Yahweh (Intro)” centers on the divine name of God, allowing its weight and majesty to speak for itself. The gentle instrumentation and restrained delivery create space for reflection, prayer, and worship, making it an ideal opening for both personal devotion and congregational settings. This intro sets the tone for deeper worship, reminding believers t...