First published 1998
This collection presents fourteen gospel songs that shaped Cissy Houston's spiritual journey. The renowned vocalist offers her interpretations of beloved hymns like "Amazing Grace" alongside personal favorites including "He Changed My Life" and "I'm Somebody." Houston draws from traditional church music and contemporary gospel to create a songbook that spans generations of worship. Each selection reflects different aspects of faith, from daily devotion in "Every Day, Every Hour" to moments of transformation in "Prayer Will Change It." The collection includes both well-known standards and lesser-known gems like "Something's Bound to Happen" and "Stop, Look and Listen." Houston's choices reveal how music became her pathway to understanding divine presence. Through songs that speak to struggle, hope, and redemption, she creates a musical testimony that connects personal experience with universal themes of belief. The fourteen tracks form a complete worship experience that moves from seeking guidance to finding peace in faith.
Genres: christian, christian-fiction, african-american, religion, music
Vibes: emotional, intimate, lyrical, spiritual
Tropes: inspirational, personal-testimony
106 pages · Paperback · Brentwood-Benson