The Neverclaim – “The Joy”
Aug 3, 2015 CD Reviews
Posted by
Kenneth Wiegman
The Neverclaim
“The Joy”
Radiate Records
10 tracks @ 32:38
Grade = A-
The newest release from Portland-based worship band The Neverclaim is grounded in John 16:33.
Singer Jeremiah Carlson says, ““Almost every song on The Joy is centered around the joy of the Lord as our strength; our identity in Christ and the victory that’s won in Christ. Not that we shy away from the reality that living in a broken world affects all of us, but despite our hardships, we have access to a greater reality that fills our hearts with joy. We will face battles in life, but Jesus has won the war. We believe people are hungry for authentic joy, a joy that is not based on circumstances, but on the fact that God is for us, so nothing can be against us.”
You’ve probably heard the title track on radio. I enjoyed the Matthew 28:19 inspired “Go,” will the anthem “Rise” is a call to action.
While there’s nothing profound in the lyrics, this uplifting record makes it clear where the bands stands.
The Neverclaim also partners with One Child Matters (www.onechildmatters.org), a child sponsorship organization helping to meet the physical and spiritual needs of children in poverty-stricken areas of the world. Through its ministry programs, children receive food, education, medical aid and hope in Jesus Christ
– Rob S.
