I am not surprised that Lifesong is one of my favorite CDs in my collection. The lyrics are very heartfelt and songs like "Does Anybody Hear Her," "Stained Glass Masquerade," and "While You Were Sleeping" challenge the stance of Christians living in America today who take advantage of, and sometimes hide, their faith. This is one of the many reasons why Casting Crowns is popular - they are unafraid to insert their views on some social issues in their songs.

Mark Hall admits that "Love Them Like Jesus" is a sequel to a song from their first album. "Here I Go Again" brought up many personal questions and the current song answers them, helping out anyone who is struggling with a loved one's death and letting them know that they don't need the answers to every question - that's God's job.

Hall's young son performs an emotional solo in one of the worship style songs, "In Me." Other songs of the same worship approach include "Set Me Free" and "Father, Spirit, Jesus."

This is the perfect CD for a new or old Casting Crowns fan alike, as well as anyone who enjoys the challenging lyrics posed in their hit song "If We Are the Body." Lyrically and instrumentally, this is a very strong album and provides proof of their deserved nominations for the American Music Awards and the Grammys.