Fear. This…thing…it only has power if you let it, and it’s currently writing our social feeds, comments, and driving people to step out in en masse in front of traffic on highways. Let’s all stop giving it any more airtime than it deserves…

Let your heart be light this holiday season and take care of your Christmas list in no time with our guide to some of the best gift-giving ideas for all of the special people in your life.

Exclusive pics featuring your favorite artists—their friends, families, & feats! In this issue: dc Talk, for KING & COUNTRY, Jordan Feliz, Matthew West + more!

Ringing in the holidays with the sounds of the south—Lauren Daigle defies tradition and raises the standard

Stay tuned to CCMmagazine.com for this online-only piece featured in the Nov. 15, 2016 edition of CCM Magazine!

Worship leader and Dove Award-winning songwriter Paul Baloche begins new chapter in ministry and life

It’s an unfortunate, yet common tale. However, for About A Mile’s Adam Klutinoty, his second chance at life has him turning the guitar amp, and his faith, up to “eleven.”

“These Christmas Lights” by Matt Redman (sixstepsrecords) releases Oct. 21, 2016. Reviewed in the Nov. 15, 2016 edition, CCM Magazine.

“Unto Us: A Christmas Collection” by Matthew West (Sparrow) releases Oct. 21, 2016. Reviewed in the Nov. 15, 2016 edition, CCM Magazine.

“The Best Christmas Ever!” by NewSong (HHM/Word) releases Oct. 21, 2016. Reviewed in the Nov. 15, 2016 edition, CCM Magazine.

“Children Of God: Acoustic Sessions” by Phil Wickham (self-released) was released on Oct. 14, 2016. Reviewed in the Nov. 15, 2016 edition, CCM Magazine – image

“Rose Of Bethlehem: Deluxe Edition” by Selah (Curb Records) releases Oct. 7, 2016. Reviewed in the Nov. 15, 2016 edition, CCM Magazine.

“The Narrative” by Sho Baraka (Humble Beast) releases Oct. 21, 2016. Reviewed in the Nov. 15, 2016 edition, CCM Magazine.

“Long Live The Rebels” by Disciple (Tooth & Nail/BEC) releases Oct. 14, 2016. Reviewed in the Nov. 15, 2016 edition, CCM Magazine.

From “The Tonight Show” to the historic Kennedy Center stage, CCM Magazine numbers off Sandi Patty’s top 5 duet performances, both the recognizable and the rare.

Multi-Dove Award-winning artist Ginny Owens provides a great introspective reminder for us all this Christmas…

For this special #MusicMonday post, watch Andrew Marcus & producer Scott Cash perform “Good To Me” from the album “Constant”

An insight into the realities of recording a great album—JJ Heller breaks down the P&L’s from her recent Kickstarter campaign to fun her latest Christmas record, “Unto Us”

CCM Magazine was there to catch TV star Lawson Bates and “The Voice” runner-up recording together, check out our brief interview with them!

In anticipation of her new album, “Love Be The Loudest” (Nov. 18, 2016, The Fuel Music), Ginny Owens releases the official lyric video for “The Loudest Voice,” exclusively on CCMmagazine.com!