Those familiar with her debut release, “I Choose Jesus,” will recognize her distinctive vocals and be delighted by her musical evolution. Co-producers Seth Mosley (Newsboys, Audio Adrenaline) and Joel Smallbone (For King & Country) closely collaborated with Moriah in creating a musical experience that is an artful blend of theatrical string lines, dynamic percussion, and pulsating synth sounds all seamed together by unforgettable Pop melodies.
The theme of the album is passionately articulated in the title track, “BRAVE.” The notion of bravery came to Moriah while on a writing getaway, in a cabin just an hour from her California home. After two fruitless days, the simple solitary word, “BRAVE” came to her, igniting an inward journey of self exploration. In the process of realizing and facing her fears, Moriah understood that the songs produced over the next year were meant to inspire beyond her. By choosing to open and close the album with Brave, the latter track featuring a guest rap by Andy Mineo, Moriah is issuing a call to arms. Moriah declares, “this is the soundtrack to the battles I fight in my own life.”
The past year and a half has been marked by circumstances that have challenged Moriah’s faith. Just out of her teenage years, Moriah had to confront the challenges of balancing her personal life with the demanding schedule of her and Joel’s separate touring schedules. She asked herself, “With all of the demands of a music career, could I be a good wife? Would our marriage survive the difficulties of being on the road?” The fear and doubt of her own inadequacies brought her to an extended time of fasting. There she discovered the strength in God to help her be BRAVE in balancing her career and her marriage. “Marrying Joel was the most beautiful day of my life. And every day since then has confirmed that we were made for each other.”
Soon after their marriage, while on tour, Moriah became very ill and was hospitalized. “The doctors initially believed that I might have leukemia, and that scared me in a way I’d never been scared before.” After days of prayer, doctors diagnosed her illness as an unknown virus that currently remains a mystery. “I learned a valuable lesson during those moments when I didn’t have strength to speak. Life can’t be taken for granted, not matter what your age. I also understood that fear and faith often come in a package. Choosing faith is an act of bravery. It’s a decision. I left my emotions to God. That’s the essence of Brave.”
After spending time touring over the last couple years and talking face to face and over social networks with fans, Moriah has a lot of empathy for what her fans struggle with today. “So many of the people I talk to are a lot like me. They are fearful, doubtful about lots of things. I wanted to write a song that personified fear so that we could see it and speak to it, to let it know that it would not control us. “Oh Fear” is my ‘letter to the devil,’ that he will not have his way, that I will choose faith over fear.” Moriah extended the ethos of this song to the powerful drum driven track, “Stand Strong.” Moriah’s hope is to encourage those persecuted for their faith, here and around the world, to hold fast and persevere. “I know that the persecution I experienced pales in comparison with what others face around the world, but I will never forget the moments of ‘social persecution’ I felt in my high school from teachers and students who vehemently disagreed with my faith. These were defining times for me. I learned to love those who rejected my faith while never backing down in what I knew was true.”
The struggle will never end, but Moriah is learning that victory and blessing come from release. “‘To Leave It All Behind’ was the first song Joel and I wrote together after becoming engaged.” The song is a creative, dynamic pop piece originating from Moriah’s internal decree to release all her plans for the future while falling into the hands of a loving God. “It was our way of stepping into a new world—a place where I wouldn’t have to fight the fear of vulnerability by myself”
Moriah finds connection with the famous “Footprints in the Sand” poem which became the creative impetus for her first single, “You Carry Me.” “I want others to know that sometimes trials are often just about focus. When I feel like I’m sinking and all alone, I know my focus isn’t on God anymore. ‘You Carry Me’ is a celebration song, a reminder to look back on the difficult times God brought us through. He promises that He will never leave or forsake us!”
BRAVE is an opening into the heart and mind of an artist who is not afraid to expose that fear has had its way and time. But more importantly, it is a renunciation of what was for the embrace of what will be. Moriah believes she is part of a generation whose time has come to break free of what prevents them from changing this world, a generation that has been called to be BRAVE!
Glow
Moriah Peters Lyrics
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The people still walk in the dark
I watch them as they're passing by me
I hide the truth inside my heart
'cause i'm afraid to lose control
I'm comfortable
But there's something in my soul
Shine, shine, shine tonight
It's time to let it show
Burn bright, light the fire
That leads the way to hope
The maker of the stars lives in our soul
We have his light, what are we waiting for
Get out and glow
Get out and glow
If we loved with no hesitation
We would hold the purest light
So spark a holy revolution
Against our fears, we can't be quiet
The city on a hill can't be displayed
Until we take our faith, set it ablaze
Shine, shine, shine tonight
It's time to let it show
Burn bright, light the fire
That leads the way to hope
The maker of the stars lives in our soul
We have his light, what are we waiting for
Get out and glow
Get out and glow
If we don't go
How will they know
The love we show
Get out and glow
Shine, shine, shine tonight
It's time to let it show
Burn bright, light the fire
That leads the way to hope
Shine, shine, shine tonight
It's time to let it show
Burn bright, light the fire
That leads the way to hope
The maker of the stars lives in our soul
We have his light, what are we waiting for
Get out and glow
Get out and glow
Get out and glow
Get out and glow
In "Glow," Moriah Peters urges her listeners to shine their light in this dark world. She notes that amidst the many lights of the city, people are still living in darkness. As she watches them pass by, she realizes that she has been hiding the truth inside her heart, afraid to lose control. However, Peters recognizes that there is something in her soul that needs to be shared with others.
Peters then encourages her listeners to let their light shine and lead the way to hope. She believes that if we loved without hesitation, we would hold the purest light. Peters sparks a "holy revolution" against our fears, urging us not to be quiet in the face of darkness. She believes that we cannot be the city on a hill until we take our faith and set it ablaze.
In essence, "Glow" is a call to action. Peters is urging her listeners to step out of their comfort zones and share their light with others. She believes that we all have a responsibility to spread hope and love in this dark world.
Line by Line Meaning
So many lights on in this city
Despite the abundance of physical light around us, many people still feel like they're in darkness
The people still walk in the dark
The lack of spiritual light in their lives keeps them from truly seeing
I watch them as they're passing by me
As someone who has found the light, I see those who haven't yet and wish I could help them
I hide the truth inside my heart
But fear and uncertainty keep me from reaching out and sharing the truth with them
'cause i'm afraid to lose control
I'm comfortable with my life as it is and afraid of what may come if I step out of my comfort zone
I'm comfortable
My fear of the unknown is preventing me from taking risks and growing
But there's something in my soul
Deep down, I know that there's more to life than what I'm currently experiencing
They need to know
And others need to hear the truth so that they, too, can experience the light
Shine, shine, shine tonight
It's time for us to let our light shine and be a beacon of hope for those around us
It's time to let it show
We can no longer keep our light hidden but must share it with the world
Burn bright, light the fire
Let our passion for the truth fuel our desire to share it with others
That leads the way to hope
Our light can guide others out of darkness and towards hope for a better future
The maker of the stars lives in our soul
We all have the divine light within us, waiting to be shared with others
We have his light, what are we waiting for
With this spiritual light, we can make a difference in the world and bring hope to those in need
Get out and glow
So let's step out of our comfort zones and begin shining our light for all to see
If we loved with no hesitation
If we could overcome our fears and love freely without holding back
We would hold the purest light
We would be able to shine the most brightly and bring the most hope to those around us
So spark a holy revolution
Let us inspire others to join us in spreading the light and love of truth
Against our fears, we can't be quiet
We must speak up and act in the face of our fears and doubts
The city on a hill can't be displayed
The light can't shine if it's hidden away and kept to ourselves
Until we take our faith, set it ablaze
We need to take our faith and passion for the truth and let it burn, driving us to action and sharing it with others
If we don't go
If we don't step out of our comfort zones and take action to share the truth
How will they know
How will those who are in darkness know about the light and hope that we have to offer?
The love we show
It's through our actions and love for others that we can truly shine our light
Contributed by Asher K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
aubreyplazasuncle
The Lord is really using her. I love this song
Ashley Millette
this is the one of the best songs I ever heard.
Azi Lerskie
share the Word of God .. don't be shy ..
I love this song :)
shine shie shine
it's time to let it show ..
Get out and Glow :)
Praise God :)
forYAHtheWAY
What a song! I'm loving this album Moriah! ❤
Ines Maria
such a great song!!Get out and glow!!
Allison Nguyen
Wow! Gods just basically lit a fire under my butt. It's time to get up and go out there to shine my light :) to anyone who's feeling unworthy or hopeless, know this: you are capable of such great, beautiful things; don't give up or laze around now.
umi.smiles
So do I, it's just so amazing. She's so anointed and inspirational
Toosupergirls Dac
beautiful song:)
Maria Fernanda
the maker of the stars lives in our souls ♥ Get up and glow *-* ! #LOVETHISSONG
let love with no hesitations :)
Angelica Garza
This is one of my new favorite songs... :)