We are committed to delivering quality independent Christian journalism you can trust. In an Instagram post, they report Courtney was prompted by the Holy Spirit to check on Leo while he was sleeping. Singers Moriah Peters and Joel Smallbone of for King & Country have become a staple couple in contemporary Christian music for several years now, but during her second "I Am Second" video testimony, Peters admitted that it's been a battle. [9] The album has received positive reviews from critics. I think he's starting to feel a little old! [4] In 2014, they released their second studio album, Run Wild. 2023 The Christian Broadcasting Network, Inc., A nonprofit 501 (c)(3) Charitable Organization. The heartache that Ive experienced makes me very grateful that God allowed Jesus to die for us because my love is a broken love (yet still I feel so much!) '", "I can't get off of this pill. on 16 September 2014. Shehaswon multiple awards, including Grammy and Dove Awards. [26] They also wrote a song, accompanied by a music video, entitled "Ceasefire" for the 2016 adaptation of Ben-Hur; the song was used in the second official trailer for the film and released as part of the official soundtrack. ", Luke says, "And she'd shown such remarkable improvement in that, they said, 'Hey, you're, you're discharged, you're free to go. He shared the joyous occasion on his personal Instagram page. In addition to featuring Sparks, the song included reworked instruments. 1:55 Luke Smallbone, half of Grammy-winning duo For King & Country, was just hours from taking the stage with his brother Joel Smallbone in Austin, Texas, when his phone rang. In a 2012 interview, they described their philosophy: "The power of music can impact our mood, emotions, our day. 10 on the Hot Christian Songs chart. In an Instagram post, they report Courtney was prompted by the Holy Spirit to check on Leo while he was sleeping. She described being on American Idolauditioning for the judges and choosing to trust in God after they cut her. ". [21] The band performed their songs "Run Wild" and "Fix My Eyes" on Jimmy Kimmel Live! Hes wrong. Leo was born in July 2017. Reserved by nature, and of deep religious belief, he was helped in his work by his wife. I remember, we asked our drummer to pray. What a redemptive story, and we pray God's blessings over this new child and family! ", Tomorrow at 7:15am our sweet little Leo will have skull reconstruction surgery and would love it if you could pray for him and for us. '", "And I think for so many people it's difficult to move on from their pasts," he says. It also peaked at No. But as the night progressed, I could see her hands begin to tremble, and I could see she actually started saying things like, 'Hey, I know the doctors have told me that I shouldn't take any more of this medicine, but if I just take one more pill to get me through the night,'" Luke recalls. "Sometimes this prescription can mess with your serotonin levels. In 2009, they signed on with Warner Music Group with Ben Glover as their producer. Available: www.ticketmaster.com/event/1B005078C5466123. [15] In October 2012, they released an original Christmas song: "Baby Boy"; it reached No. I can only reply to comments from subscribers so make sure you hit the subscribe button!I renamed my podcast to \"Unlock Your Freedom\" and here's why: https://youtu.be/b7cO2KDoJI0I want to welcome you into The Freedom Family - where we'll share peoples stories whove owned their truth and overcome shame, AND we'll surround you with a supportive community who encourages you on your journey. You bring God to me closer every day so grateful I am. She instantly began cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and prayed over their son. Love Strong. 0:00 1:51 Lost in grief and bad decisions after his wife dies unexpectedly, James Stevens takes a job as a truck driver in an effort to get his life back on track. Peters first appeared in 'I Am Second' six years ago after Smallbone had proposed. I really loved and enjoyed it. His older sister, Rebecca St. James, was an Australian Christian pop-rock singer. So I would just keep taking it, high doses. "Relate" became the band's seventh straight number one hit on the Christian Airplay chart. At the age of 18, Courtney was diagnosed with Lemierrr syndrome. Like, you have to show up, because I'm not okay.'". 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Peters showed off her engagement ring and was ecstatic to start the next chapter of her life as a wife. And we'll build our home. Courtney Smallbone, wife of For KING and COUNTRY singer, shares testimony of overcoming anxiety. Smallbone joined the filming as Peters talked about their love story and after he shared from his perspective things became more serious. [2] Aside from his older sister Rebecca and brother Joel, Lukehasfour other siblings - sister Libby and three brothers, Ben, Daniel, and Josh. ", Luke flew home right away. [56] He and his wife also nearly lost their two-month-old son to sudden infant death syndrome in 2018; he has since made a full recovery after skull reconstruction surgery. The album debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top Christian albums chart and #7 on the Billboard 200. Luke and I were archenemies he was always taller than me, better at sports than me, and Im older, thats not right! All rights reserved. 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In the newly released "behind the song" video posted on YouTube, the loving father admitted that when he saw his wife holding his lifeless son's body and blood coming out of his nose, he regrettably thought their son had died never to return. Libbyisan actress and makeup artist. But the brothers were used to overcoming adversity. Suppose the British King dies and he is currently childless, but his wife is pregnant. On 7 January 2022, the band released a promotional single titled "Unsung Hero", which is about their mom. 12 on the Digital Albums Chart. With time, doctors were able to get her disease to a manageable place, but her anxiety was always just below the surface. "I wrote 'Need You More' on the way to the hospital after I saw my wife holding our son who was totally lifeless and then witnessed him come back to life," Luke wrote onInstagram. The song peaked at No. [6], In 2008, "Joel & Luke" released a six-song EP titled A Tale of Two Towns. [16] During the summer of 2013, the band was forced to take time off when the 6ft 4in (1.93m) Luke dropped to 125 pounds (57kg) due to an attack of ulcerative colitis. | for KING & COUNTRY Latest Updates", Winter Jam 2016 spotlights Crowder, For King & Country, Matthew West, Curb acquires Warner's stake in Word Entertainment, For King & Country Are on a 'Passionate Pursuit of Joy' With New Music: Hear Their Lead Single 'Joy', Ben-Hur: For King & Country call for Ceasefire in the music video, "Casting Crowns and for KING & COUNTRY Join Forces on 'A Glorious Christmas' Tour", "for KING & COUNTRY Begins Work on Third Studio Album", For King & Country on the Struggles That Informed 'Burn the Ships,' Their 'Most Mature Record' Yet, "For King & Country 'Burn the Ships,' confront suicide and anxiety on personal new album", "Grammys 2019 Nominees: The Complete List", ""'God Only Knows' released to radio today, which couldn't have come at a better time as it's", "Dolly Parton Changed Everything About For King & Country's 2020 Plans", "For King & Country Celebrate One Billion Streams, Announce 'A Drummer Boy Christmas' Album [Exclusive]", "for King & Country Scores Record-Extending Seventh Straight Christian Airplay No. I would have never thought I could have a life without anxiety attacks, and a life of freedom. [18], In August 2013, the band released Hope Is What We Crave: Live, a live album and DVD, both recorded at The Factory in Nashville on the last night of the band's first headlining tour. Error: There was an internal error submitting your form. It's the deepest pain you'll ever feel," Peters added. Courtney Smallbone, the wife of Luke Smallbone from the Grammy-winning Christian duo For KING & COUNTRY, was once trapped in trauma and addiction. God is everywhereeven in the news. Luke Smallbone is pictured with his baby Leo Oliver Smallbone before his skull reconstruction surgery on January 9, 2018. I was afraid I was going to lose my best friend, my brother, my partner.. [37] On 24 September 2021, the band released a single titled "For God Is with Us", which would eventually also be on What Are We Waiting For?. "This song was basically written on a little voice recorder in a moment which was probably the most intimate, scary, freaked out moment of my life," he added. Additionally, Ben worked as a writer, cinematographer, and producer for several music videos and short films. [26], In 2014, Joel Smallbone starred in the movie "Like A Country Song" which also starred multi-platinum selling recording artist Billy Ray Cyrus and Two And A Half Men's Jennifer Taylor. Daniel runs a light show, and Josh serves as a general manager for their brother's band For King & Country. [17] The album spent 17 weeks on the Billboard 200, peaking at No. For King & Country is a popular American artist/band. Join thousands of others to get the FREEDOM POST newsletter for free, sent twice a week from The Christian Post. Eventually, sister Rebecca launched a career that helped sustain the family. In 2020, they released a full-length Christmas album, A Drummer Boy Christmas. "I felt so much shame for not being strong, and so I just didn't talk about it. "[30] Two of the songs were written about the weighty topics of addiction and suicide, and two were written to and about their wives (who sing in the final track, "Pioneers", and appear in the accompanying music video). -J", "For King & Country gives thanks for family, early trials", "Music News, December 2012: IT'S A BOY FOR LUKE SMALLBONE OF AUSSIE DUO FOR KING & COUNTRY", "Christian pop group For King & Country to play Abilene", "Luke Smallbone Family Growing 3rd Child Coming! Luke followed the ambulance to the hospital in his car and that is where the song was born. This is a touching, heartfelt beautiful song! The album reached No. The Burn the Ships album won a Grammy in 2019, as did the single "God Only Knows". The band was declared by Billboard as one of the "New Artists to Watch" for 2012. Slide into my DMs (but not for perverted reasons plz)https://www.instagram.com/theragebosshttps://twitter.com/theragebossSubscribe (on YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/unlockyourfreedomJOIN THE FREEDOM FAMILYPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/UnlockYourFreedomChat with Courtney: https://www.instagram.com/courtneysmallbone_FILMED \u0026 EDITED BY: Sheetz Multimediahttps://www.facebook.com/sheetzmultimediaCO-PRODUCERS: Kiera Miller, Sean \u0026 Michael Sheetz, Christina CimorelliAUDIO ENGINEER: Sam Vins Joel and Luke from for King & Country released a song about carrying on through all the ups and downs as a married couple So who better to duet with than their own wives, Moriah and Courtney? Reach Brad Schmitt at 615-259-8384 andon Twitter @bradschmitt. You can help bring hope today! -L, A post shared by for KING & COUNTRY (@forkingandcountry) on Jan 9, 2018 at 3:50pm PST. They say 1 in a million. [30] "Joy" was nominated for the 2019 Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song.[32]. Heaven will be diverse. ", "I used to feel like a victim of life, of when life would get hard. ", "In the blink of an eye/Life flashed/Right in front of my eyes/Never knew that the fear/Could cripple my chest/In the blink of an eye/The light left," for King & Country sing before repeatedly resounding, "I need you more.". Luke was one of the producers (together with their father) and their brother Ben directed the movie. This is by far one of the most beautiful and mezmerizing Christian music videos I have watched to date. 'Hey, Honey, you know, you-you okay? The California native explained that she and Smallbone are now very careful to take care of each other's hearts, despite being imperfect people. Happy birthday little brother! "I thought that I could, I could add to the cross, or I could detract from the cross. I just received this grace. 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