Chronicling God’s pursuit of his heart in a most unexpected place–the desert of Iraq–US Navy veteran-turned-acclaimed singer/songwriter Justin Gambino bows “You Were Always There.” Produced by Walter Halliwell, who also co-penned the track with Gambino, the Residence Music single is now available on streaming platforms.
Currently showcased on multiple leading playlists, including Spotify’s “All New Christian & Gospel,” Apple Music’s “New in Christian,” and Amazon Music’s “Fresh Christian,” “You Were Always There” is a celebratory revelation of God’s grace hallmarked by a powerful, gospel choir-backed chorus.
An autobiographical anthem for Gambino–who was convicted of theft as a young adult and allowed to enlist in the Navy instead of serve jail time–“You Were Always There” traces his surrender to the Lord while deployed in the Middle East. “In so many ways, I can look back and see how God was always with me,[…]
