Nichole Nordeman

Woven & Spun 
Sparrow Records

Nichole Nordeman has become one of the most recognized songwriters in contemporary Christian music over the past few years. Her somber tones, lyric melodies, and confessional lyrics have struck a chord with those who long to understand the mysteries of God. As Nordeman admits in the liner notes, her latest album “Woven & Spun” reveals the heart of one who has agreed to put aside the deep mysteries and tap into the deepness of God’s goodness.

Musically, “Woven & Spun” is very much what listeners have heard from Nordeman on previous albums — adult pop melodies that are at one moment haunting and serene the next. The thing that stands out on this album is Nordeman’s complete confidence in God’s unchanging presence in the midst of our own fear and doubt. The album opens with a song of praise entitled “Holy” and concludes with “Gratitude,” a song of thanksgiving. Everything in between confesses a deep dependence on God’s mercy.

“Woven & Spun” doesn’t break any new musical ground, but it is a very comforting album that proclaims the goodness and faithfulness of God.

Listeners will appreciate Nordeman’s transparency and honesty as she humbly confesses her utter reliance upon God in all aspects of her life.