Episode 3: Deep Dive — #93 to #87 in The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music

Welcome to Episode 3 of The CCM Professor with Greg Rice Podcast! In this episode, Greg continues the journey through The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music with seven defining releases that shaped the heart, sound, and scope of Contemporary Christian Music. From the live unity of How the West Was One to Amy Grant’s groundbreaking Age to Age, Resurrection Band’s gritty Awaiting Your Reply, and Jon Gibson’s soulful Jesus Loves Ya, these albums reveal how faith found new ways to sing through every genre.

Greg also explores Trin-i-tee 5:7’s sleek gospel debut, the bold witness of Stryper’s To Hell With the Devil, and the breathtaking grandeur of Sandi Patty’s Morning Like This. Together, these records mark a season when Christian music came of age—bold, joyful, and unashamed. Join the countdown at ccmprofessor.com for companion blog posts, playlists, and deeper dives into the stories behind each of The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music.