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One of the premier songwriters of today, Chris Tomlin is shaping the language of worship for generations present and future. And yet his gifts are rooted in one central truth, that God is the center of everything.

Even as a small town Texan boy pounding out new tunes with his rag-tag garage band, Chris Tomlin had been blessed with a passion for purpose. He wanted to be more than just another guy with a song. As he grew, he became even more aware of the fact that everything-what we do, who we are-exists only for God's glory. Tomlin's sophomore studio project, NOT TO US, is an organic, edgy pop blend of his most compelling lyrics to date, the longest and most rewarding mile in his passionate pursuit of real life.

NOT TO US is not just another worship album; it's a soundtrack for all of life.

"God is a mystery beyond our comprehension," says Tomlin, whose most recent work includes WoW Worship and Passion: Our Love is Loud. "We can't figure God out. He won't be boxed in. He's bigger than all our questions and bigger than our answers. And when our lives become aligned with Him, we see life in a different light, hearts are restored and people are healed."

Already well known for his work with Passion, a ministry to college students nationwide, and for penning such classics-in-the-making as "Forever" and "We Fall Down," NOT TO US features all original songs written or co-written by Tomlin, who just finsihed up a fall 2002 tour with Rebecca St. James. Additionally, the anticipated project includes a song co-written by Matt Redman (Michael W. Smith, Tree63, Passion Worship Band), perhaps the most prolific and important songwriter to come out of the UK since Graham Kendrick.

Produced by Matt Bronleewe (Jars of Clay, dcTalk, Natalie Imbruglia) and Sam Gibson (Elvis Costello, Crowded House) Tomlin's sophomore album packs a live, raw energy and eclectic sound. "This one was more like home," Tomlin says of the making of NOT TO US, "more of a live album feel, more raw. This band has been playing together for a long time. And so what you hear and experience throughout the recording sounds like what you hear when you hear us play live."

At the heart of NOT TO US is the answer to the tug of war between our human desire to be celebrated and the reason we were created: to worship God.

"People are not meant to be worshiped because we're always going to mess up," he says. "Our culture longs to ascribe value to so many things that aren't of God, so anytime we can focus on God, and through that help people do the same, we're doing what we were put here for. And that's a powerful thing."

Illuminating the album's fundamental premise, "Famous One," a contagious declaration that Jesus is the supreme celebrity, has already connected in a very powerful way with live audiences nationwide and is destined to be a modern worship favorite for years to come. "I had no idea that 'Famous One' would connect with people in such a powerful way," Tomlin says. "I loved the idea of the word 'fame' for God. Sometimes, I think our society doesn't understand the words we use for God-but fame is a word we all can understand." He writes with his audience in mind, crafting profoundly moving universal lyrics that ride on simple, singable melodies.

"Wonderful Maker," co-written with Matt Redman, is another stellar example of the lyrical depth on NOT TO US. Loosely based on Job's grateful response to God, the song juxtaposes the cross and creation. "While God was creating the world, He was also saving it," Tomlin says. "That's a big concept to get your arms around, but people are really responding to it in a powerful way."

And as for the theory that this God-centered expression is a trend that will fade as quickly as it came, Tomlin disagrees. "True worship, worship in spirit and truth, has never been and will never be a trend. This style of music may be a trend, but that's because God's blowing a fresh Wind of His Spirit in so many people who are coming to realize that anything that just builds us up as people isn't worth much. What gives God the spotlight is important. And that's all we're about."

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I wil rise | Reviewer: godschildtmb@yahoo.com | 9/18/09

I love this song not because of the music but because of the words. Words are very powerful. Just to glorify God in a song that lifts up his name is great. Keep allowing God to use you Chris Tomlin. Keep standing on God's word and what he say. Dont left the fame and glory get to you. Thank you.

how great is our god | Reviewer: richard alan ray | 5/28/09

dear mr.tomlin, god truly was the author of your song and i cry everytime i hear it played.i first heard the song while i was an inmate in huntsville texas in the CHAPEL OF HOPE there in the facility.chaplin larry hart has it played on a regular basis and i can honestly say it got me through some very hard times in my life and continues to do so.

my chains are gone | Reviewer: teresa | 12/8/08

I love the song amazing grace my chains are gone, do to the fact of all the situations my family and I have gone through.I lost a brother of leukemia, my sister was murdered, and lost my father of cancer. I felt like there was chains wrapped around my whole body and felt trapped,as if my whole life was crumbling down, since everything has happened in my family, we expected my brother and father of passing, but my sister was the most tragic that we have gone through, I kept having nightmares about the man trying to murder me, and it was like a tape recorder in my head going over and over (your sister was murdered your sister was murdered,) until I heard the song by chris tomlin amazing grace my chains are gone, i just kept listening to the song each and everyday, then finally (my chains are gone.) The song was so amazing to listen to and it gave me strength to hold on to God even stronger.and all the other songs that chris sings really helped me out by getting closer and closer to God.If it wasn't for God giving me the strength to hold on to him I wouldn't know where I'd be now, but I know where I am now, closer to God. So I pray for all the families that are going through terrible times even though that I don't know them, But God Knows Them, So I just wanted to let all the people know that God is WITH THEM NO MATTER WHAT.
and the songs that chris tomlin sings really up lifts my spirits. and I hope that a concert is scheduled in ohio in 2009,I will definately go.And this is for you Chris,God gave you a great voice to sing those amazing songs, and the band is great to. I hope to see you in concert if there's one scheduled in ohio. So God Bless to All.

Happy your on the radio | Reviewer: LEE | 11/29/08

I am in Las Vegas NV listening to 90.5FM SOS radionetwork and you're with John RIvers Blessing my socks off. I work at the front desk of a quiet non gaming hotel. Keep living for Jesus! You've got the Victory. If you get a chance visit our church in Las Vegas - www.itcc.us

so many tragics | Reviewer: Teresa Fisher | 9/29/08

I know that alot of people have tragics in their families. And I pray for them even though that I don't know them but God knows them and he is with them in their hearts. I had lost a brother of leukemia, my sister was murdured and lost my father of cancer. Within a few years. But when I listen to chris tomlin's musci especially amazing grace my chains are gone, and Jesus Messiah, and also the other songs he sings, it just lifts me up to hear those songs and it keeps me in mind that God is with me and keeps me lifted up even though what My family has gone through. And I will continue to listen to all of the christain music especially chris tomlin's. I hope that he schedules a concert in Ohio I will definately go and see him. I just love to listen to his songs. So keep writing and singing those beautiful songs you and your band writes and sings. God Bless.

How Great is our GOD | Reviewer: rob | 9/3/08

Before I get to know the Lord, I'm hooked up with my vices such as drugs, alcohol, cigar and a circle of friends that are criminals. I do not go to church most of the time even for the fact that my parents are Christians. Going to Church is none of my business. Until I got married with a Christian, of which I earnestly ask GOD for even if I really don't have the faith. My partner always invites me to Church, and I am very unresponsive. In fact there was a time in my life that I don't believed in GOD anymore. Until one Sunday out the blue moon I just find my self in. During worship and after the preachers sermon your song "How great is our GOD" is being played. The lyrics of the song got stack in my heart. I just cried and I don't know why. Maybe GOD is touching my innermost being and I can't take it out in my heart and mind, it really touches me. For know I keep playing, keep listening to the music. Believe me or not it's the only song I keep hearing 24 hours every day. I really get so blessed. Keep it up your touching lives. Continue to serve the Lord until the day of his coming. Seeyah!

You Are one of His Indescribable Creation! | Reviewer: Jozon Siroy | 3/25/08

I'm so blessed to your songs Sir! Truly you are one of His INDESCRIBABLE CREATION,very awesome and talented. I'm from the Philippines and we always struch by your songs with God's presence. I hope you will visit us here. Aside from being one of the famous artist in Christian world but I know you always humble yourself and declares that there is only one who is FAMOUS and you declare it from one of your songs. May God bless you more in promoting the goodness of God through your songs. One of the little tiny creation in the Philippines - Jozon.

God is at Work | Reviewer: emme | 12/25/07

This past year was a Tough one for me! Having now lost both my parents and having no siblings, I was reminded that although I am an only child of my parents but I am a child of God.

Chris Tomlin's music is truly to blessing for someone like me. Listening to the songs and as I read thru my bible it really makes God's word rise up in the air and into my heart. God's word surrounds me and comforts me (like the hug from both parents when I was a kid).

Keep up the Good work Chris Tomlin because God is at Work through your songs!

God Is Great!!! | Reviewer: Dee Dee | 10/11/07

When I hear one of your songs on the cd's or on the radio, I feel so welcomed in by Christians. I am so happy that your songs are all about God and I am guessing that they are about what God is going to in everyone's lives and have done in people's lives. God Is Great!!!

The Morning Glory | Reviewer: Leonila | 8/20/07

I just wanted to know when you're going to have a concert in las vegas? When I hear you sing the Amazing Grace song. It humbles my heart. And i just wanted you to know that you are an amazing singer. I love you Chris Tomlin

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