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: Choosing First Baptist Jacksonville was intentional. Known for its massive sanctuary and high-energy choir, the venue provided a grand, "cathedral-like" atmosphere that matched the anthemic nature of the title track.

: Unlike some of Moen's more intimate, piano-led recordings (like God Will Make a Way ), Arise was designed to be a high-energy, "High Praise" experience. The opening title track was meant to symbolize the church corporately inviting God's presence to take its place. don_moen_arise_live_first_baptist_jacksonville_...

: The songs recorded that night, particularly "Arise" and "Hallelujah to the Lamb," went on to be translated into dozens of languages and are still sung in churches worldwide today. : Choosing First Baptist Jacksonville was intentional