We all bring in the New Year in different ways. From house parties, cooking a traditional meal to attending church service, there may be things that you did to welcome 2017 with open arms and even an open heart. Gospel artist Jonathan McReynolds shared a snippet of a song on Instagram on New Year’s Day that he had in mind to kick off 2017.
Watch The Song Snippet Here:
“I HAD to start my year off with this statement. I am excited,” he wrote in his post’s caption. The one minute clip starts with him singing: “I am excited and hopeful, ecstatic for what You will do…”
It reminds me of the Psalms of David, including Psalm 98:1: “O Sing unto the Lord a new song, for He has done marvelous things; His right hand and His holy arm have gotten Him the victory.” It’s a beautiful form of expression to sing a new song from your heart. It doesn’t have to be overproduced or sound like anyone else, it should come from your heart. Jonathan was singing praise to God in advance for what the Lord will do this year and beyond. His post included that he’ll have new music, new blogs, new mercies and a new tour alongside artists Travis Greene and Anthony Brown.
Jonathan has a lot to look forward to in 2017, so what about you?
You may not have a desire to sing, but what are you thanking God for in your new year? I for one am feeling empowered and grateful to be loved by God. His mercies were new for me each morning in 2016, even when I took advantage of them or didn’t deserve them. I’m grateful to be loved and kept by God, to be able to find peace in Christ Jesus. Letting the Lord know in prayer, writing, song or however you express yourself to God about your feelings for the New Year open up an opportunity to worship Him. It’s letting God know that you trust Him, just as Jonathan continued to sing:
“I am embracing, anticipating, the next thing that I’ll see from You…”
Embracing and anticipating the next thing that God will do in your life keeps you hopeful in His plans for your life’s journey. Embracing God’s next thing for you includes leaning not to your own understanding, which is what I’m learning to do each season. Be open to what He has for you. Be expectant that it’s good and will be for your good and for His glory.
“For you’ve got great plans for my future and I am excited…I am excited.”
Jonathan concluded the video with that last line of trust and confidence in the Lord’s plans for his future. God has amazing plans for all of us, so let’s not limit Him but be open and excited for what He has in mind to do for us and through us.
In 2016 I made this verse priority when it came to my goals for the year and He surely came through for me: “Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and your plans will succeed” (Proverbs 16:3). You may have made resolutions, plans, or goals to your 2017, but will you submit them to God in faith knowing that He has your best interests at heart? Let’s be thankful and confident that He has us in 2017, just as He has before.
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Boston, MA—Toast (NYSE: TOST) and acclaimed food critic, Keith Lee, are joining forces to celebrate extraordinary restaurants and the little details that make them special. Beginning today, Toast and Lee will surprise the first of three restaurants with $50,000 each over the next few weeks.
Based on three categories, Commitment to Hospitality, Community Connection, Employee Care and Engagement, Keith has selected the first two restaurants. Toast and Keith Lee will also select a third restaurant based on submissions entered on social media, awarding a final $50,000 cash prize to one restaurant — and $25,000 to the individual that nominates them.
“As guests, we often see only what arrives on the plate, while restaurants orchestrate a complex symphony of details — from ingredients to atmosphere to staff choreography, and more – to make for amazing dining experiences,” said Kelly Esten, Chief Marketing Officer at Toast. “Like Toast, Keith Lee recognizes that it’s those little things that often set restaurants apart, not big marketing budgets or big name chefs. We’re delighted to work with him — and invite our community on social media to do so as well — to recognize some truly special businesses.”
“Getting a 10 out of 10 in my book is about more than the taste of the food alone — it’s also about the energy when walking in the door, the way food might be packaged, or how the server made me feel when I ordered,” said Lee. “I’ve made a career highlighting the way these details come together to make for great meals, and I’m thrilled to work with Toast to celebrate just a few of the people in our big, broad restaurant community who make it happen.”
(ATLANTA, GA) – February 5, 2025 – Globally-acclaimed TRIBL Records celebrate winning Best Gospel Performance/Song at the 67th GRAMMY Awards, for the mega-single, “One Hallelujah” featuring Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Israel Houghton, Erica Campbell, Jonathan McReynolds, and Jekalyn Carr. The single “One Hallelujah” was the musical anchor of the 2024 domestic-sold out tour of the same name.
Written by G. Morris Coleman, Israel Houghton, Kenneth Leonard, Jr., Tasha Cobbs Leonard & Naomi Raine, “One Hallelujah” unites the powerful voices of Jonathan McReynolds, Jekalyn Carr, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Israel Houghton, and Erica Campbell to deliver a message of praise and unity, blending their distinctive styles into a harmonious worship experience.
“The GRAMMY win for ‘One Hallelujah’ is a nod to the heartbeat of our company— that collaboration wins, especially when it comes to the Kingdom of God,” shares Insignia Co-Founder and CEO Norman Gyamfi, “We’re grateful for this honor, and for the artists who trusted us to steward the vision.”
For more information on TRIBL follow @TriblRecords on social media and visit tribl.com.
About TRIBL Music Group:
In the short time since its 2020 founding, TRIBL Music Group has revolutionized the Christian, Gospel, and Worship music marketplaces, disrupting the status quo and creating a diverse home for creatives everywhere. The ground-breaking company is home to the breakout collective Maverick City Music, as well as popular artists Chandler Moore, Naomi Raine, Maverick City Música, Travis Greene, Todd Galberth, and more. Boasting billions of global streams and chart-topping radio successes, TRIBL has garnered a seemingly endless array of peer, industry, and consumer-based accolades, including multiple GRAMMY® Awards, BMI and ASCAP Awards, and a Billboard Music Award, an American Music Award, numerous Stellar Awards, and several Dove Award wins TRIBL Record is a division of Insignia Assets, LLC. Learn more at tribl.com.
(ATLANTA, GA) – January 8, 2025 – Globally-acclaimed TRIBL Records celebrates earning four nominations in the 56th Annual NAACP Image Awards. The commendations came across various categories, including Outstanding Duo, Group or Collaboration (Contemporary) and Outstanding Gospel/Christian Album.
MAVERICK CITY MUSIC CEO, Jonathan Jay, and Insignia Co-Founder and CEO Norman Gyamfi share: “We are honored to be nominated for the 56th annual NAACP Image Awards, we look forward to continuing the tradition of excellence and uplifting values through gospel music, while highlighting artists committed to that purpose.
Under the theme, “Our Stories, Our Culture, Our Excellence,” the NAACP Image Awards is globally recognized as one of the most distinguished multicultural awards shows celebrating Black excellence. The winners will be revealed Friday, February 21, 2025 at the 56th NAACP Image Awards Creative Honors Ceremonies on naacpimageawards.net and during the two-hour LIVE TV special, airing Saturday, February 22, 2025 from the Pasadena Civic Auditorium, at 8 PM ET/ 8 PM PT on BET and CBS.
For more information on TRIBL follow @TriblRecords on social media and visit tribl.com.
TRIBL Records 56th Annual NAACP Image Awards nominations are showcased below:
Outstanding Gospel/Christian Album“The Maverick Way Reimagined” — Maverick City Music (Tribl Records)
Outstanding Gospel/Christian Song“God Problems (Not By Power)” — (Tribl Records)
Outstanding Duo, Group or Collaboration (Traditional)Maverick City Music feat. Miles Minnick — “God Problems (Not By Power)” (Tribl Records)
Outstanding Duo, Group or Collaboration (Contemporary)GloRilla feat. Kirk Franklin, Maverick City Music, Kierra Sheard, Chandler Moore — “RAIN DOWN ON ME” (Collective Music Group/Interscope Records)
About TRIBL Music GroupIn the short time since its 2020 founding, TRIBL Music Group has revolutionized the Christian, Gospel, and Worship music marketplaces, disrupting the status quo and creating a diverse home for creatives everywhere. The ground-breaking company is home to the breakout collective Maverick City Music, as well as popular artists Chandler Moore, Naomi Raine, Maverick City Música, Travis Greene, Todd Galberth, and more. Boasting billions of global streams and chart-topping radio successes, TRIBL has garnered a seemingly endless array of peer, industry, and consumer-based accolades, including multiple GRAMMY® Awards, BMI and ASCAP Awards, and a Billboard Music Award, an American Music Award, numerous Stellar Awards, and several Dove Award wins TRIBL Record is a division of Insignia Assets, LLC. Learn more at tribl.com.