Reviewed by Chris Tozer

Here is an album that oozes with smooth vocals and sophisticated production in the style of Roberta Flack and Philip Bailey. It gets off to a brilliant start with Helen Baylor guesting on the title track. Song number two "Give Your Light Away" slows the pace down as we are reminded of God's faithfulness. If the lyrics weren't so good it would fit well in Cliff Richard's current repertoire. The rest of the album is all rather much-of-a-muchness - slick and cool and theologically correct. True, tracks like "God Is Good" are catchy and get your toes tapping. But, it has to be said that the one let down is the predictability of the tunes. Despite her reputation in the States as one of CCM's top composers, on this evidence Ms Mason is now resting on creative laurels. The lesson that needs to be learned is that sophistication; decent budget production values and top quality session men are all no substitute for originality.

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