On April 26, 2024, gospel music icon CeCe Winans released her 13-track album, More Than This, through her label, PureSprings Gospel, under an exclusive license to Fair Trade Services. The album’s genre is rooted in Gospel and contemporary worship, with a live recording feel that captures a deeply immersive experience. The album is a testament to Winans’ powerful voice and enduring influence in the genre. It features a collaboration with gospel artist Todd Dulaney on the title track, “More Than This,” and its tracklist includes a powerful array of songs such as “Lord and Friend,” “Be Still and Know,” “Holy Forever,” “Worthy,” and “Is He Worthy?”
The song “Sanctuary” from the album, a short but profound track, serves as a powerful moment of personal prayer and dedication. The song’s lyrics, which are an invocation to be made “a sanctuary, pure and holy, tried and true,” have deeply resonated with listeners and are a clear example of the album’s spiritual impact. Winans, an acclaimed singer with numerous Grammy and Dove Awards, continues to inspire a global audience with her music, which consistently blends traditional gospel with contemporary worship. “Sanctuary” is a reminder of her ability to deliver timeless messages of faith and devotion, cementing her legacy as one of the most influential voices in gospel music.