He is the National Director of Music and Worship for Champions for Christ a high impact ministry to college and professional athletes with Pastor Greg Ball. He also leads worship regularly at Lakewood Church in Houston, TX. with Pastor Joel Osteen. Israel and Meleasa founded New Breed Ministries in 1995. Comprised of world class musicians and singers who are all ministers in their respective churches. They travel extensively with a message that crosses cultural, generational, and denominational boundaries.
Known specifically for their diverse sound effectively captured on the 2001 Hosanna! Integrity release of New Season as well as 2002's Lakewood Live 'We Speak to Nations', their heart is to deliberately diminish the lines that separate the Church, and bring all people together through worship. Once a member of Fred Hammond and RFC, he has also worked with the Young Messiah Tour, TBN, Crystal Lewis, Anointed, CeCe Winans, Donnie McClurkin, Yolanda Adams, and is currently finishing an Israel and New Breed- Integrity Gospel / Sony release produced by Tommy Sims due in October. With a heart for the Nations, true worship, and a passion for the Presence of God, Israel and New Breed add purpose to any event.
Moving Forward
Israel Houghton Lyrics
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Such a freedom I have found in you
You're the healer who makes all things new, yeah, yeah, yeah
I'm not going back, I'm moving ahead
Here to declare to you my past is over in you
All things are made new, surrendered my life to Christ
I'm moving, moving forward, oh
You have risen with all power in your hands
You have given me a second chance
Hallelujah, hallelujah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Oh yeah, yeah, yeah, oh
I'm not going back, I'm moving ahead
Here to declare to you my past is over in you
All things are made new, surrendered my life to Christ
I'm moving
Not going back, moving ahead
Here to declare to you, my past is over in you
All things are made new, surrendered my life to Christ
I'm moving, moving forward
Said I'm moving forward, oh yeah
Singing you make all things new
Yes, you make all things new and I will follow you forward, oh
You make all things new
You make all things new and I will follow you forward
You make all things new (you make all things new)
You make all things new (you make all things new)
Yeah, and I will follow you, said I will follow you, said I will follow you, oh
You make all things new (you make all things new)
Yes, you make all things new and I will follow you forward
Oh, I will follow, follow, oh, oh
The song "Moving Forward" by Israel Houghton is a declaration of transformation and new beginnings. In the opening verse, the singer expresses gratitude for the freedom and healing that he has found in God. He declares that he is not going back to the person he used to be, but rather moving ahead in his new identity in Christ. The chorus repeats this sentiment and emphasizes that all things are made new in surrender to God. The bridge underscores the idea that God has made all things new and offers assurance that the singer will follow Him forward.
In essence, the song is a testimony of one's spiritual renewal and rebirth. The theme of moving forward is a common one in Christian music, and this particular song offers a message of hope and perseverance. It encourages the listener to let go of their past and embrace a brighter future in Christ. The lyrics are uplifting and inspiring, and the melody is catchy and memorable. It's a song that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and backgrounds, and it has become a favorite in many church services and events.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, hey, what a moment you have brought me to?
I am grateful for the moment that God has brought me to
Such a freedom I have found in you
I have found freedom in God
You're the healer who makes all things new, yeah, yeah, yeah
God is a healer who makes all things new
I'm not going back, I'm moving ahead
I am not looking back, I am moving forward
Here to declare to you my past is over in you
I declare to God that my past is over and I am new in Him
All things are made new, surrendered my life to Christ
I have surrendered my life to Christ and all things are made new
I'm moving, moving forward, oh
I am moving forward in my walk with God
You have risen with all power in your hands
God has risen with all power in His hands
You have given me a second chance
God has given me a second chance
Hallelujah, hallelujah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Praise God, praise God
Not going back, moving ahead
I am not going back, I am moving forward
Said I'm moving forward, oh yeah
I am moving forward in my walk with God
Singing you make all things new
I sing that God makes all things new
Yes, you make all things new and I will follow you forward, oh
God makes all things new and I will follow Him forward
You make all things new (you make all things new)
God makes all things new
Yeah, and I will follow you, said I will follow you, said I will follow you, oh
I will follow God
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing, Integrity Music
Written by: Israel Houghton, Roger Sanchez
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Stephanie H
Still listening in 2023! Thank you for making all things new! I declare today that we are moving forward with You, Jesus.
REELOVEOFFICIAL
Same!
Blessed Child
In Jesus name amen!!!!
Sherry-ann Smith
Hallelujah Glory
It’sJasmineYal
Yes sista girl see you all that pearly gates❤
CMoore
I THANK GOD FOR HIS LOVE GRACE AND MERCY...I HAVE BEEN THROUGH SO MUCH HURTS PAIN AND SUFFERING. WHEN I REFLECT ON HOW GOD ALLOW ME TO STILL BE HERE AND DOORS HE OPENS UP FOR ME AND MY LIFE..GIVES ME A REFRESHING TOO GO FORWARD...LOVING ❤ GOD IS LOVING MYSELF. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🙏🏾
rashonb james
I too went through a breakup a year ago and I listened to this song so many times and it really helped me. Today i am totally healed and set free by Gods grace. God is near to the brokenhearted. May he mend your broken heart and uplift you just as he did for me. Also....pray a lot. Be blessed, Tamara
JustJay🌹
2022 We’re moving forward with you Jesus. 🌹🌹🌹
nate the gr8
🙏🏽
Jay Jay Hughes
Amen