CD Review: Reach Out (Karen Peck and New River)
The new release from Karen Peck and New River starts with Karen singing the punchy “Mighty Big God” then goes into “On the Banks of the Promised Land.”
“Love With All Your Heart” has an older sound to me … maybe like something from the ’70s … but the message is relevant as it focuses on Christ’s command to love the Lord with all our heart, soul, mind and strength, and to love our neighbor as ourselves.
Susan Jackson sings “Sustaining Grace,” a message of encouragement to those going through trials.
Karen reminds us that “Good Things Are Happening.” No matter how bleak things look, this song puts things in perspective.
“This is What Mercy Does” talks about the Prodigal Son and the mercy he found when he returned to his father.
“Don’t Worry About the Waves” is a fun, uptempo song with a country feel.
The CD ends with the title song, “Reach Out and Touch.” Although not a blatantly Christian song, it has a Christian theme–that of touching others and being available for those who need a friend.
Other songs include “More Than Ever,” “Faithful Love of Jesus” and “Broken Into Beautiful.”
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