Butterfly Kisses and Other Stories
Bob Carlisle
Diadem/Reunion Records

Things of greatness never cease. The greatest hits by Bob Carlisle have returned in his newest album release, "Butterfly Kisses and Other Stories." Famed solo hits such as "Butterfly Kisses" and "Living Water" are united on one cd with the trio hit, "I Will Follow Christ." This trio with Carlisle, BeBe Winans, and Clay Crosse topped the Christian charts and landed a Dove award. In addition to Bob Carlisle's classics, there are three new songs. Joined by gospel great, Vespel Goodman, Bob Carlisle shares a new inspirational hit, "My Testimony."

The sure fire hit from this album is the heart-grabbing ballad, "You're Beautiful." It is an intuitive, moving song written from the eyes of a father. It is a reflection of God's unconditional love for His children. The role of the Father and His immense love for His Children is one of the many focal points of the Bible. This role and deep passion for his children has been a source of success for Bob Carlisle. The role of Father has been important in Bob Carlisle's life. Several of his best songs are written from the eyes of a father and are a tribute to his love for his two children, Evan (song inspiration and dedication -Father's Love) and Brooke (song inspiration and dedication -Butterfly Kisses).

Bob Carlisle has a tremendous ability to touch upon topics that are endearing to one's heart. This ability has brought him much success from a 1998 Grammy award to numerous Dove Awards. Perhaps Bob Carlisle's greatest ability is the way he uses his ingenuity as a "chance to minister to the hearts of people." This compilation of classic hits, united with three new releases, is a wonderful way to experience the the many talents of Bob Carlisle.

"Have faith in the Lord your God and you will be upheld..." 2 Chronicles:20 NIV

-Bridget Lockridge