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I was skeptical coming into this album because I thought that it's impossible to keep writing amazing music album after album. I heard clips previous to buying it, and felt that it was definately going to be a let down. I was weary of the album focusing on the same spiritual stuff as before, and so going into it I was not sure what I would think.

Now, after giving it a good listen to. I LOVE IT! The most powerful thing about this album is the music. It's been a while since I've heard some fresh progressive rock, but this definately blew me out of the water. It is one of the most satisfying albums (musically) that I have ever listened to. Everyone, and I mean EVERYONE, does an awesome job on this album. Neal, Mike, Jordan, Steve, Alan, Roine, Mark...... they all did a stand up job and put together a nice 56 minute song that really makes you think. The lyrics are blatanly Christian, but I am one of those who really enjoy that.

As a side note, if you are tired of listening to Neal because of the lyrics, I think people understand that. However, don't give bad reviews to good music just because you disagree with the lyrics. If people do that than really good music will be missed out on by those who read the reviews and listen to them. Neal will not being going back to "snow" like lyrics because he has devoted himself to pleasing God through his music. All that to say, judge the music and not so much the lyrics.

In conclusion, get this album!!! You will not be dissapointed! As a final warning though, you have to listen to it all the way through to get the big picture and truly appreciate it for what it is.