I’m not revealing any secrets when I say that the Christian music scene can be a tricky path between ministry and industry, difficult for the most sincere artist to navigate. I have to say also that among the many artists I have interviewed over the years, I have really only spoken to one or two who seemed to be in it for all the wrong reasons. The majority of the people I speak with are sincerely motivated to advance the kingdom of God, and many if not most of them actually sacrifice much to do so. But I had the good fortune today to speak with a woman whose sincerity shows up the good old-fashioned way: in her fruit.

Sara Acker of Inhabited has obviously been placed and gifted by God for such a time as this. Fans who spent even a minimum of time listening to the band’s first two albums, Innerview (2003) and The Revolution (2005), know that Sara and her brother Marcus deliberately target many of their encouraging, empowering songs toward the issues facing their young fans. Depression, cutting, isolation, alienation, divorce and abuse. No topic is too tough for these artists who are passionately genuine in caring about their fans. In fact, the Inhabited team often draws its lyrical focus from conversations with hurting fans who sense trustworthy hearts in the compassionate siblings.

Their new album, Love, releasing next month, is their best yet, sonically and message-wise as well. The ironic thing about it is that it may just send the big-hearted duo out into the mainstream waters, where their scope of ministry will increase exponentially. I can’t think of a band that is better equipped. Such a time as this, indeed.

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