Zach Williams ~ Artist of the Week 9/19/25

Zach Williams has always had a way of writing songs that feel like they’ve been lived before you ever hear them — gritty, heartfelt, and soaked in the kind of truth that only comes from walking through both the fire and the grace on the other side. With his upcoming album Jesus Loves, releasing September 19, 2025, he’s offering the Church a collection that feels less like a set of tracks and more like a testimony — a reminder that no matter where you’ve been, you are already loved beyond measure.

For years, Zach’s voice has carried the weight of redemption stories, from “Chain Breaker” to “There Was Jesus.” This new record continues that thread, but with an even deeper sense of urgency and intimacy. It’s an album for the misfits, the church kids, the prodigals — for anyone who’s ever wondered if God’s love could really reach them. The title track, “Jesus Loves,” is as simple as it is profound. It’s Romans 5:8 in melody form: “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” Every time I hear it, I’m reminded that His love isn’t a reward for getting it right — it’s the starting point for everything.

Several songs have already made their way into the world ahead of the album, each carrying its own kind of ministry. “Killed A Man” is raw and unflinching, a confession of the old life put to death so that a new one could rise. It echoes Galatians 2:20 — “I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me.” For me, it’s the kind of song that makes you stop and take stock of what’s been left behind, and what’s been made new.

“Friend In High Places” feels like a campfire testimony — warm, familiar, and full of gratitude. It’s the sound of Psalm 121:1-2, lifting our eyes to the hills and remembering where our help comes from. In seasons when the road feels long, this song is a reminder that we’re not walking it alone.

Then there’s “Church Kids” featuring CAIN, a joyful, toe-tapping celebration of growing up in the pews — the good, the messy, and the grace that holds it all together. It’s a reminder that the Church isn’t a building, it’s a family, and even when we wander, the door is always open.

Listening through these early releases, it’s clear that Jesus Loves isn’t just an album — it’s an altar call. It’s an invitation to lay down shame, to remember who we are in Christ, and to walk forward knowing we are fully known and fully loved. In a world loud with judgment and self-promotion, these songs cut through with the quiet, unshakable truth of the Gospel.

My prayer is that these songs meet you right where you are — in your car, in your kitchen, in the middle of your mess — and remind you that His love is not just a concept, it’s a reality. Whether you’ve been following Jesus for decades or you’re just daring to believe He might be real, this album is for you.

Zach Williams’ brand‑new album Jesus Loves is out now — you can find it wherever you listen to music, or grab your copy [here on Amazon]. Let these songs walk with you into the next chapter of your faith. As Psalm 136:26 says, “Give thanks to the God of heaven. His love endures forever.” That’s the truth Zach Williams is singing over us this week — and it’s one worth holding onto.

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