Chris Tomlin Releases New Christmas Album with a Message of Hope

Chris Tomlin is returning to something deeply personal: writing songs alone with God. He opens up about the quiet moments that inspired his new Christmas album and why sharing the hope of Jesus remains his greatest calling.

from GodTube.com and Maina Mwaura

Updated Nov 03, 2026

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Chris Tomlin is clear that no matter what season he finds himself in, he’s still a worship leader who wants and desires to lead people to God. In this season of his life, Tomlin is getting ready to go on his annual Christmas tour along with releasing a new Christmas worship album titled Good News of Great Joy. “The world needs the hope of Jesus,” remarks Tomlin, as he explains why he decided to release a new Christmas album. “I had time to reflect and write songs while I was out on the road last season, it’s the first time in a while that I wrote songs by myself.” Tomlin is clear that leading people to worship God is his heart and calling, no matter what season we’re in.

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Originally published November 03, 2026.

MAINA MWAURA is a freelance writer and journalist who has interviewed over 800 influential leaders, including two US Presidents, three Vice-Presidents, and a variety of others. Maina, is also the author of the Influential Mentor, How the life and legacy of Howard Hendricks Equipped and Inspired a Generation of Leaders. Maina and his family reside in the Kennesaw, Georgia area.

Chris Tomlin Releases New Christmas Album with a Message of Hope

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