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'''Steve Green''' (born 1956) is an American ] singer.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Steve Green: Lessons from a musician turned caregiver {{!}} Baptist Press |url=https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/steve-green-lessons-from-a-musician-turned-caregiver/ |access-date=2022-12-19 |website=https://www.baptistpress.com/ |language=en-US}}</ref> '''Steve Green''' (born August 1, 1956) is an American ] singer.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Steve Green: Lessons from a musician turned caregiver {{!}} Baptist Press |url=https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/steve-green-lessons-from-a-musician-turned-caregiver/ |access-date=2022-12-19 |website=Baptist Press |date=April 15, 2002 |language=en-US}}</ref>


==Early life== ==Early life==
Green was born in ], to Charles and Jo Green, who were Baptist missionaries. He spent much of his early life in Argentina and then proceeded to attend Phoenix Christian High School along with two of his six siblings. He graduated from Phoenix Christian High School in 1974 and, at age 18, enrolled at ]. His intended major was pre-law, but a professor recognized his musical talent and encouraged him to develop it.<ref>{{cite web|title=Green set to appear in Benefit Concert|url=http://pellachronicle.com/local/x996060023/Steve-Green-set-to-appear-in-Benefit-Concert-for-Christian-Opportunity-Center-Foundation|publisher=Pella Chronicle|accessdate=October 26, 2013}}</ref> Green was born in ], to Charles and Jo Green, who were Baptist missionaries. He spent much of his early life in Argentina and then proceeded to attend Phoenix Christian High School along with two of his six siblings. He graduated from Phoenix Christian High School in 1974 and, at age 18, enrolled at ]. His intended major was pre-law, but a professor recognized his musical talent and encouraged him to develop it.<ref>{{cite web|title=Green set to appear in Benefit Concert|url=http://pellachronicle.com/local/x996060023/Steve-Green-set-to-appear-in-Benefit-Concert-for-Christian-Opportunity-Center-Foundation|publisher=Pella Chronicle|access-date=October 26, 2013}}</ref>


==Career== ==Career==
After two years at the university, Green left to travel the world with the band ]. After his two-year stint with Truth (1976–78), Green married Marijean McCarty, a former member of Truth. They moved to ], to sing backup for the ].<ref>{{cite news|title=Steve Green|url=https://www.newspapers.com/newspage/5998859/|newspaper=Lubbock Evening Journal|date=March 23, 1984}}</ref> In 1980, Green joined ], Lee Young and ] to form the ].<ref>{{cite web|title=Gaither Vocal Band|url=http://singers.com/group/Gaither-Vocal-Band/|website=singers.com|accessdate=July 7, 2015}}</ref> Green sang tenor for their first two albums, ''The New Gaither Vocal Band'' and ''Passin' the Faith Along''. In 1982, Steve and Gaither's musicians formed the Christian rock band ]. Green sang lead for White Heart as they recorded their debut self-titled album (which sold nearly 70,000 copies).<ref name="todayschristianmusic1">{{cite web|last1=Rabey|first1=Steve|title=Whiteheart: No Pain, No Gain|url=http://www.todayschristianmusic.com/artists/whiteheart/features/whiteheart-no-pain-no-gain/|website=Today's Christian Music|publisher=CCM Magazine|accessdate=July 7, 2015}}</ref> In 1983, Steve left White Heart, feeling that his place was not in a rock band.<ref name="todayschristianmusic1"/> That same year, a confrontation by his brother, Randy, led to a spiritual renewal in Green's life.<ref>{{cite web|last1=KAEPPEL|first1=KEITH|title=Steve Green Contemporary Christian Artist Found Church Background Not Enough|url=http://articles.mcall.com/1994-09-08/features/2988219_1_green-contemporary-christian-artists-god|website=The Morning Call|publisher=The Morning Call|accessdate=July 7, 2015}}</ref> He signed a solo contract with ], and released his self-titled debut album in 1984. In the same year, he established Steve Green Ministries.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Christian Music Artist |url=https://stevegreenministries.org/ |url-status=live |access-date=2022-05-29 |website=Steve Green {{!}} Official website}}</ref> After two years at the university, Green left to travel the world with the band ]. After his two-year stint with Truth (1976–78), Green married Marijean McCarty, a former member of Truth. They moved to ], to sing backup for the ].<ref>{{cite news|title=Steve Green|url=https://www.newspapers.com/newspage/5998859/|newspaper=Lubbock Evening Journal|date=March 23, 1984}}</ref> In 1980, Green joined ], Lee Young and ] to form the ].<ref>{{cite web|title=Gaither Vocal Band|url=http://singers.com/group/Gaither-Vocal-Band/|website=singers.com|access-date=July 7, 2015}}</ref> Green sang tenor for their first two albums, ''The New Gaither Vocal Band'' and ''Passin' the Faith Along''. In 1982, Steve and Gaither's musicians formed the Christian rock band ]. Green sang lead for White Heart as they recorded their debut self-titled album (which sold nearly 70,000 copies).<ref name="todayschristianmusic1">{{cite web|last1=Rabey|first1=Steve|title=Whiteheart: No Pain, No Gain|url=http://www.todayschristianmusic.com/artists/whiteheart/features/whiteheart-no-pain-no-gain/|website=Today's Christian Music|publisher=CCM Magazine|access-date=July 7, 2015}}</ref> In 1983, Steve left White Heart, feeling that his place was not in a rock band.<ref name="todayschristianmusic1"/> That same year, a confrontation by his brother, Randy, led to a spiritual renewal in Green's life.<ref>{{cite web|last1=KAEPPEL|first1=KEITH|title=Steve Green Contemporary Christian Artist Found Church Background Not Enough|url=https://www.mcall.com/1994/09/08/steve-green-contemporary-christian-artist-found-church-background-not-enough/|website=The Morning Call|access-date=July 7, 2015|archive-date=July 8, 2015 |url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150708101907/http://articles.mcall.com/1994-09-08/features/2988219_1_green-contemporary-christian-artists-god}}</ref> He signed a solo contract with ], and released his self-titled debut album in 1984. In the same year, he established Steve Green Ministries.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Christian Music Artist |url=https://stevegreenministries.org/ |access-date=2022-05-29 |website=Steve Green {{!}} Official website}}</ref>


In the early part of his solo career, he was known for his crescendo-building, high-note endings. Green's breakout year came in 1985 with the release of ''He Holds the Keys'', which earned him the ] for Male Vocalist of the Year in the Contemporary ] (CCM) category. The following year, 1986, saw the release of two recordings, ''For God And God Alone'' and a worship/hymns album titled ''A Mighty Fortress''. In early 1988, he released an album dedicated to his parents, called ''Find Us Faithful''. By the end of the 1980s, many of Green's songs had become recognized standards, including "People Need the Lord" and "Broken and Spilled Out". He was often considered the male version of ], using many of the same songwriters and styles as well as the traditional ending of the song on a (literal) high note. Green also contributed background vocals to Patty's 1986 hit "Let There Be Praise". Green's breakout year came in 1985 with the release of ''He Holds the Keys'', which earned him the ] for Male Vocalist of the Year in the Contemporary ] (CCM) category. The following year, 1986, saw the release of two recordings, ''For God And God Alone'' and a worship/hymns album titled ''A Mighty Fortress''. In early 1988, he released an album dedicated to his parents, called ''Find Us Faithful''. Green was involved with the ] from the mid-1980s onward. He was one of the first artists to be involved with ], performing at their inaugural event at Folsom Field in ], in July 1993 before 50,000 men. His song "Answer the Call" was inspired by the event, and another song, "O Men of God Arise," embodies the Promise Keeper's message. Green recorded ''The Mission'' in 1989 and ''We Believe'' in 1991. He released an album of hymns in 1992, and a more pop-style on his 1994 album, ''Where Mercy Begins''.


⚫ In 2005 Green released a new album, ''Somewhere Between'', which saw him move in a different direction, leaning more toward an art song style. The album featured fewer declarative answers than Green's past work, and instead explored questions of pain, doubt and loss that life inevitably rains down on both the just and the unjust. Green co-wrote half of the songs on the album.<ref>{{cite magazine |last= Hahn|first= Jessie|date= March 2005 |title= Steve Green Somewhere Between|url= http://www.salempublications.com/march-2005-ccm-magazine-digital-download/ |magazine= CCM Magazine|location= page 50-51|publisher= James R. Cumbee|access-date= April 21, 2016}}</ref> In 2007 Green released his last non-compilation album under the Sparrow label, ''Always: Songs of Worship''. In 2010, Green released ''Love Will Find a Way'', his first release through Steve Green Ministries. The album featured ] and ] on the track "God is Love". In 2012, Green released two albums, ''Rest in the Wonder'' and ''Christmas.'' Green stated, "''Rest in the Wonder'' is a declaration of absolute trust in God, fiercely holding to what we know for certain and reverently worshiping the One whose ways are higher than our ways and whose thoughts are higher than our thoughts."<ref>{{cite web|title=Rest in the Wonder Booklet|url=http://www.stevegreenministries.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/SteveGreenRest.in_.the_.Wonder.Booklet.pdf|website=Steve Green Ministries|access-date=April 21, 2016}}</ref>
Green was involved with the ] from the mid-1980s onward. Green was one of the first artists to be involved with ], performing at their inaugural event at Folsom Field in ], in July 1993 before 50,000 men. His song "Answer the Call" was inspired by the event, and another song, "O Men of God Arise," embodies the Promise Keeper's message.


⚫ 2014 saw the release of two more albums from Green: ''Hide the Word: Bible Songs for Kids'' and ''Hymns''.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Yap|first1=Timothy|title=Veteran Christian Singer Steve Green Releases "Hide the Word: Bible Songs for Kids"|url=http://www.hallels.com/articles/2859/20140727/veteran-christian-singer-steve-green-releases-hide-the-word-bible-songs-for-kids.htm|website=Hallels|date=October 2, 2014 |access-date=April 21, 2016}}</ref> Regarding his ''Hymns'' project, Green said, "In every age, the church has lifted her voice to express praise and adoration, but the church has also used singing to refute dangerous heresy and remind one another of the foundational Biblical truths."<ref>{{cite web|last1=Timothy|first1=Yap|title=Steve Green Goes Retro with "Hymns"|url=http://www.hallels.com/articles/12267/20141229/steve-green-goes-retro-with-hymns.htm|website=Hallels|date=October 2, 2014 |access-date=April 21, 2016}}</ref>
Green recorded ''The Mission'' in 1989 and continued his success with ''We Believe'' in 1991. As Christian music became more rock-oriented in the early 1990s, Green returned to traditional roots by releasing an album of hymns in 1992. Green switched styles toward a more "pop" flavor on his 1994 album, ''Where Mercy Begins''. He also received the first of two career boosts from outside events.


His latest English album, Hold Fast, was released in 2018.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://stevegreenministries.org/discography/hold-fast/ | title=Hold Fast|website=stevegreenministries.org | date=September 29, 2018 }}</ref> Of this album Green says, “I don’t think it’s like anything I’ve done.” It features the reading of one Psalm, the singing of full portions of multiple Psalms, an organ and orchestra, and several songs written by Green himself.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.heraldmailmedia.com/story/lifestyle/2017/05/21/he-gospel-according-to-steve-gree/116566648/ | title=The gospel according to Steve Green|website=Heraldmailmedia.com}}</ref>
On September 8, 1994, ] crashed in ], killing all 132 persons on board. One passenger was an up-and-coming Christian singer named Kirk Lynn, who had just re-recorded Green's "As We Sail To Heaven's Shore" from the 1988 ''Find Us Faithful'' album. Only a rough cut was played at the memorial service for the passengers. Grieving family members were told of Green's original, which boosted album sales for the older recording.


⚫ Green has been nominated for a ] four times. He has also been the ] winner seven times and was inducted into the ] in 2017.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Diamond |first1=Rick |title=Fourth Annual GMA Honors and Hall of Fame Induction Filled with Special Tributes and Memorable Moments |url=http://www.gospelmusic.org/fourth-annual-gma-honors-and-hall-of-fame-induction-filled-with-special-tributes-and-memorable-moments/ |access-date=January 11, 2018 |website=gospelmusic.org |date=May 11, 2017 |publisher=GMA}}</ref> His website states he has sold over three million albums.<ref name=about/> His bilingual abilities have seen the release of seven Spanish CDs in the United States, including El Descanso, in 2019.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://stevegreenministries.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/el-Descanso-Digital-Booklet.pdf|title=El Descanso Digital Booklet|website=Stevegreenministries.org|access-date=May 28, 2023}}</ref>
Green's style change continued on his 1996 recording, ''The Letter''. He was also instrumental in attempting to set up an accountability group for fellow Christian artists and friends.


⚫ ==Personal life==
Green changed focus again in 1998 by declaring he would only record songs that honor the Lord, songs that he could be satisfied with should it be his last recording. His declaration coincided with a controversial ruling by the ] known as the "Definition of Gospel Music", which erupted with major disqualifications at the ensuing year's Dove Awards over songs that were deemed not explicitly Christian enough. That year saw the release of ''The Faithful'', and 2000 saw the release of a devotional song album entitled ''Morning Light''. Two years later Green released ''Woven in Time'' and again found himself receiving a career boost.
⚫ Steve Green married Marijean in 1976. They have two children, Summer (Mark) and Josiah (Jamie-Lee), and six grandchildren.<ref name=about/>

Green was a personal friend of ] commander ], who was killed along with six others in February 1, 2003 ]. Green was interviewed by ''CNN'', and his song "God of Wonders" got a boost from the unexpected publicity.

⚫ In 2005 Green released a new album, ''Somewhere Between'', which saw him move in a different direction, leaning more toward an art song style. The album featured fewer declarative answers than Green's past work, and instead explored questions of pain, doubt and loss that life inevitably rains down on both the just and the unjust. Green co-wrote half of the songs on the album.<ref>{{cite magazine |last= Hahn|first= Jessie|date= March 2005 |title= Steve Green Somewhere Between|url= http://www.salempublications.com/march-2005-ccm-magazine-digital-download/ |magazine= CCM Magazine|location= page 50-51|publisher= James R. Cumbee|access-date= April 21, 2016}}</ref>

In 2007 Green released his last non-compilation album under the Sparrow label, ''Always: Songs of Worship''. In 2010, Green released ''Love Will Find a Way'', his first release through Steve Green Ministries. The album featured ] on the track "God is Love".

In 2012, Green released two albums, ''Rest in the Wonder'' and ''Christmas.'' Green stated, "''Rest in the Wonder'' is a declaration of absolute trust in God, fiercely holding to what we know for certain and reverently worshiping the One whose ways are higher than our ways and whose thoughts are higher than our thoughts."<ref>{{cite web|title=Rest in the Wonder Booklet|url=http://www.stevegreenministries.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/SteveGreenRest.in_.the_.Wonder.Booklet.pdf|website=Steve Green Ministries|publisher=Steve Green Ministries|accessdate=April 21, 2016}}</ref>

⚫ 2014 saw the release of two more albums from Green: ''Hide the Word: Bible Songs for Kids'' and ''Hymns''. "There is nothing more powerful or lasting than God's Word!" says Green. "In the Scriptures, God has told us all we need to know for life and Godliness. These Bible Promises set to music remind us who God is and what He has done for us. What's more, the songs are just plain fun!" <ref>{{cite web|last1=Yap|first1=Timothy|title=Veteran Christian Singer Steve Green Releases "Hide the Word: Bible Songs for Kids"|url=http://www.hallels.com/articles/2859/20140727/veteran-christian-singer-steve-green-releases-hide-the-word-bible-songs-for-kids.htm|website=Hallels|accessdate=April 21, 2016}}</ref> Regarding his ''Hymns'' project, Green said, "In every age, the church has lifted her voice to express praise and adoration, but the church has also used singing to refute dangerous heresy and remind one another of the foundational Biblical truths. In the 12th century, ] penned 'O Sacred Head Now Wounded' and today we still sing his haunting hymn about Jesus' sacrificial death. Five hundred years later, 'Fairest Lord Jesus' appeared anonymously in a hymnbook, published in what is today the country of Poland. How many of us have sung that hymn, marveling at the uniqueness and glory of Christ? I hope this collection of hymns draws you into the historic stream of worship as you join your voice to songs the church has been singing through the ages."<ref>{{cite web|last1=Timothy|first1=Yap|title=Steve Green Goes Retro with "Hymns"|url=http://www.hallels.com/articles/12267/20141229/steve-green-goes-retro-with-hymns.htm|website=Hallels|accessdate=April 21, 2016}}</ref>

⚫ Over his 45-year career, Green has been nominated for a ] four times. He has also been the ] winner seven times and was inducted into the ] in 2017.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Diamond |first1=Rick |title=Fourth Annual GMA Honors and Hall of Fame Induction Filled with Special Tributes and Memorable Moments |url=http://www.gospelmusic.org/fourth-annual-gma-honors-and-hall-of-fame-induction-filled-with-special-tributes-and-memorable-moments/ |accessdate=January 11, 2018 |website=gospelmusic.org |publisher=GMA}}</ref> He has had 13 No. 1 song and has sold over three million albums.<ref>{{cite web |title=About |url=http://www.stevegreenministries.org/about/ |accessdate=February 19, 2015 |website=Steve Green Ministries |quote="Steve's music has been honoured with four Grammy nominations, 13 No. 1 songs Green has sold over three million albums worldwide." |ref=about_page}}</ref>

His bilingual abilities have seen the release of seven Spanish CDs in the United States.

⚫ == Family life ==
⚫ He is married to Marijean Green. They have two children, Summer (born in 1981) and Josiah (born in 1985).

Green's sister Barbara is married to Mark Bailey, former president of the evangelical ], and Green helped the seminary celebrate its eightieth anniversary in April 2004. Green has expanded his musical ministry to include videos and other work for ].{{Citation needed|date=July 2015}}


==Discography== ==Discography==
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* 2009: ''Gaither Vocal Band Reunion Vol 1'' – "He Came Down to My Level", "No Other Name But Jesus", and "A Few Good Men" * 2009: ''Gaither Vocal Band Reunion Vol 1'' – "He Came Down to My Level", "No Other Name But Jesus", and "A Few Good Men"
* 2009: ''Gaither Vocal Band Reunion Vol 2'' – "Passin' the Faith Along" and "Find Us Faithful" * 2009: ''Gaither Vocal Band Reunion Vol 2'' – "Passin' the Faith Along" and "Find Us Faithful"
* 2010: ''My Cry Ascends: New Parish Psalms'' (various artists, ], composer)<ref>Gregory Wilbur, </ref> * 2010: ''My Cry Ascends: New Parish Psalms'' (various artists, ], composer)<ref>Gregory Wilbur, , Ligonier.org</ref>
* 2011: ''A Man Like Me'' – ]; duet on "It Is Well with My Soul" * 2011: ''A Man Like Me'' – ]; duet on "It Is Well with My Soul"
* 2012: ''Larnelle: Live In Nashville!''; Three Tenors: "Kings of the Earth" and "It Is Well" with Larnelle Harris and Steve Amerson * 2012: ''Larnelle: Live In Nashville!''; Three Tenors: "Kings of the Earth" and "It Is Well" with Larnelle Harris and Steve Amerson
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*2012: ''Larnelle: Live In Nashville!'' DVD; Three Tenors – "Kings of the Earth" and "It Is Well" with Larnelle Harris and Steve Amerson *2012: ''Larnelle: Live In Nashville!'' DVD; Three Tenors – "Kings of the Earth" and "It Is Well" with Larnelle Harris and Steve Amerson
*2016: ''Saviour: The Story of God's Passion for His People'' Recorded live at Gateway Church *2016: ''Saviour: The Story of God's Passion for His People'' Recorded live at Gateway Church

⚫ ==References==
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==External links== ==External links==
* {{Official website|http://www.stevegreenministries.org/}} * {{Official website|http://www.stevegreenministries.org/}}

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Background information
Born (1956-08-01) August 1, 1956 (age 68)
Portland, Oregon, U.S.
GenresContemporary Christian, inspirational
OccupationSinger
Instrument(s)Vocals, guitar, flute
Years active1984–present
LabelsSparrow, Steve Green Ministries Inc.
Websitestevegreenministries.org
Musical artist

Steve Green (born August 1, 1956) is an American Christian music singer.

Early life

Green was born in Portland, Oregon, to Charles and Jo Green, who were Baptist missionaries. He spent much of his early life in Argentina and then proceeded to attend Phoenix Christian High School along with two of his six siblings. He graduated from Phoenix Christian High School in 1974 and, at age 18, enrolled at Grand Canyon University. His intended major was pre-law, but a professor recognized his musical talent and encouraged him to develop it.

Career

After two years at the university, Green left to travel the world with the band Truth. After his two-year stint with Truth (1976–78), Green married Marijean McCarty, a former member of Truth. They moved to Alexandria, Indiana, to sing backup for the Bill Gaither Trio. In 1980, Green joined Gary McSpadden, Lee Young and Bill Gaither to form the Gaither Vocal Band. Green sang tenor for their first two albums, The New Gaither Vocal Band and Passin' the Faith Along. In 1982, Steve and Gaither's musicians formed the Christian rock band White Heart. Green sang lead for White Heart as they recorded their debut self-titled album (which sold nearly 70,000 copies). In 1983, Steve left White Heart, feeling that his place was not in a rock band. That same year, a confrontation by his brother, Randy, led to a spiritual renewal in Green's life. He signed a solo contract with Sparrow Records, and released his self-titled debut album in 1984. In the same year, he established Steve Green Ministries.

Green's breakout year came in 1985 with the release of He Holds the Keys, which earned him the Dove Award for Male Vocalist of the Year in the Contemporary Christian Music (CCM) category. The following year, 1986, saw the release of two recordings, For God And God Alone and a worship/hymns album titled A Mighty Fortress. In early 1988, he released an album dedicated to his parents, called Find Us Faithful. Green was involved with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association from the mid-1980s onward. He was one of the first artists to be involved with Promise Keepers, performing at their inaugural event at Folsom Field in Boulder, Colorado, in July 1993 before 50,000 men. His song "Answer the Call" was inspired by the event, and another song, "O Men of God Arise," embodies the Promise Keeper's message. Green recorded The Mission in 1989 and We Believe in 1991. He released an album of hymns in 1992, and a more pop-style on his 1994 album, Where Mercy Begins.

In 2005 Green released a new album, Somewhere Between, which saw him move in a different direction, leaning more toward an art song style. The album featured fewer declarative answers than Green's past work, and instead explored questions of pain, doubt and loss that life inevitably rains down on both the just and the unjust. Green co-wrote half of the songs on the album. In 2007 Green released his last non-compilation album under the Sparrow label, Always: Songs of Worship. In 2010, Green released Love Will Find a Way, his first release through Steve Green Ministries. The album featured David Phelps and Wes Hampton on the track "God is Love". In 2012, Green released two albums, Rest in the Wonder and Christmas. Green stated, "Rest in the Wonder is a declaration of absolute trust in God, fiercely holding to what we know for certain and reverently worshiping the One whose ways are higher than our ways and whose thoughts are higher than our thoughts."

2014 saw the release of two more albums from Green: Hide the Word: Bible Songs for Kids and Hymns. Regarding his Hymns project, Green said, "In every age, the church has lifted her voice to express praise and adoration, but the church has also used singing to refute dangerous heresy and remind one another of the foundational Biblical truths."

His latest English album, Hold Fast, was released in 2018. Of this album Green says, “I don’t think it’s like anything I’ve done.” It features the reading of one Psalm, the singing of full portions of multiple Psalms, an organ and orchestra, and several songs written by Green himself.

Green has been nominated for a Grammy Award four times. He has also been the Dove Award winner seven times and was inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame in 2017. His website states he has sold over three million albums. His bilingual abilities have seen the release of seven Spanish CDs in the United States, including El Descanso, in 2019.

Personal life

Steve Green married Marijean in 1976. They have two children, Summer (Mark) and Josiah (Jamie-Lee), and six grandchildren.

Discography

As group member

Solo albums

  • 1984: Steve Green (Sparrow Records)
  • 1985: He Holds the Keys (Sparrow)
  • 1986: For God and God Alone (Sparrow)
  • 1987: A Mighty Fortress: A Celebration of Foundational Truths (choral album)
  • 1987: Joy To the World (Christmas album)
  • 1988: Find Us Faithful (Sparrow)
  • 1989: The Mission (Sparrow)
  • 1991: We Believe (Sparrow)
  • 1992: Hymns: A Portrait of Christ (Sparrow)
  • 1994: Where Mercy Begins (Sparrow)
  • 1996: The Letter (Sparrow)
  • 1996: The First Noel (Christmas album)
  • 1998: The Faithful (Sparrow)
  • 1999: Morning Light: Songs To Awaken the Dawn (Sparrow)
  • 2002: Woven in Time (Sparrow)
  • 2005: Somewhere Between (Sparrow)
  • 2007: Always: Songs of Worship (Sparrow)
  • 2010: Love Will Find a Way (Steve Green Ministries)
  • 2012: Rest in the Wonder (Steve Green Ministries)
  • 2012: Christmas (Steve Green Ministries)
  • 2014: Hymns (Steve Green Ministries)
  • 2018: Hold Fast (Steve Green Ministries)

Spanish albums

  • 1987: Tienen Que Saber (Sparrow)
  • 1990: Toma La Cruz (Sparrow)
  • 1992: Himnos: Un Retrato De Cristo (Sparrow)
  • 1994: ¡En Vivo! (Live album)
  • 1994: 16 Melodías Bíblicas Para Niños (Sparrow)
  • 2004: Yo Iré (Sparrow)
  • 2009: Sólo En Jesús (Steve Green Ministries)
  • 2019: El Descanso (Steve Green Ministries)

Children's projects

  • 1990: Hide 'Em In Your Heart: Bible Memory Melodies, Vol. 1 (Sparrow)
  • 1992: Hide 'Em In Your Heart: Bible Memory Melodies, vol. 2 (Sparrow)
  • 1994: 16 Melodías Bíblicas Para Niños (Sparrow)
  • 1996: The Adventures of Prayer Bear Volume 1: Best Friends (Capitol Christian Music Group)
  • 1997: The Adventures of Prayer Bear Volume 2: How to Pray (Capitol Christian Music Group)
  • 1998: The Adventures of Prayer Bear Volume 3: Time to Pray (Capitol Christian Music Group)
  • 1998: Hide 'Em In Your Heart: Praise & Worship for Kids (Sparrow)
  • 2004: The Adventures of Sir Bernard The Good Knight (Sparrow)
  • 2014: Hide the Word: Bible Memory Melodies (Steve Green Ministries)

Compilations

  • 1994: People Need the Lord (Sparrow)
  • 1996: The Early Years (Sparrow)
  • 2006: The Ultimate Collection (2-discs)
  • 2012: People Need the Lord: Number Ones (Sparrow)
  • 2015: 20th Century Masters - The Millennium Collection: The Best of Steve Green (Sparrow)

Appearances on other albums

  • 1979: Jesus Lives...Forever! An Easter Cantata by Eugene McCammon, conducted by David T. Clydesdale
  • 1980: Imagination – orchestrated and written by David T. Clydesdale
  • 1980: Call Him Jesus: a choral celebration for Christmas by Robert J Hughes and Lani Smith
  • 1981: Love Overflowing – Sandi Patty (background vocals)
  • 1981: Beyond Imagination – orchestrated and written by David T. Clydesdale
  • 1981: The Reason for the Season – various artists; duet with Sandi Patty on "No Room Today"
  • 1981: This Holy Child: a Christmas choral celebration – musical by Lani Smith
  • 1982: The Master's Music – various artists; "Spirit song", "New song" and "Pieces"
  • 1982: Thou Shall Call His Name...Jesus – various artists; "Shepherd's Song"
  • 1982: Joseph, the Carpenter – various artists; "Tiny Little Baby"
  • 1983: More than Wonderful – Sandi Patty (background)
  • 1983: On the Rock: a musical odyssey on Kingdom living based on the Sermon on the Mount – orchestrated and written by David T. Clydesdale
  • 1983: We are Called – Steve Fry "Praise Him In the Sanctuary (Medley)"
  • 1984: Vital Signs – White Heart (background vocals on "Let your First Thought Be Love" and "We Are His Hands")
  • 1984: Songs from the Heart – Sandi Patty (background)
  • 1984: The Sounds of His Love – Listen...To Christmas! - Don Marsh and Karen Dean; duet with Donna McElroy on "Ten Thousand Joys"
  • 1984: The Gift Goes On – Sandi Patty (background)
  • 1985: 25 Songs of Christmas, Vol. 2 – various artists; "O Holy Night"
  • 1985: Together We Will Stand – Continental Singers and various artists; "You're the Only Jesus"
  • 1985: Hotline – White Heart (background vocals on "Gotta Be A Believer" and "Turn the Page")
  • 1986: Morning Like This – Sandi Patty (background)
  • 1986: Jesus My Friend Unfailing – highlights from a Billy Graham Crusade; "Lift up a Song"
  • 1987: The Father Hath Provided – Larnelle Harris (trio with Larnelle Harris and Sandi Patty on the song Seekers of Your Heart)
  • 1990: Love Overflowing – Sandi Patty (background)
  • 1990: Carols by Candlelight – by John Randall Dennis; "Thou Who Wast Rich"
  • 1991: More than Wonderful – Sandi Patty (background)
  • 1991: Silver celebration: A Tribute to Bill & Gloria Gaither – various artists; "There's Something about That Name"
  • 1992: No Compromise: Remembering the Music of Keith Green – various artists; "Grace by Which I Stand"
  • 1992: The Word: Recapturing the Imagination – Michael Card (background)
  • 1993: New Young Messiah – various artists; "I Know That My Redeemer Liveth"
  • 1993: Coram Deo II – various artists; "Rejoice in Jesus" and "In Spirit and in Truth"
  • 1994: Saviour: Story of God's Passion for His People (with Larnelle Harris, Twila Paris, Wayne Watson, Wintley Phipps)
  • 1995: Inspirational Homecoming: A Tribute to the Gaither Legacy – various artists; "I Can See (On the Emmaus Road)"
  • 1995: Christmas Carols of the Young Messiah – various artists; "Joy to the World"
  • 1995: Hymns & Voices – various artists; "All Creatures of Our God and King" and "Old Rugged Cross"
  • 1995: Wedding Album – various artists; "Household of Faith"
  • 1996: Live Worship – Promise Keepers – Promise Keepers "A Mighty Fortress Is Our God"
  • 1997: Unveiled Hope – Michael Card; duet with Michael Card on "Holy, Holy, Holy"
  • 1997: Israel – various artists; "Canta Canta"
  • 1998: Experiencing God – various artists; "Calvary Is the Sea"
  • 1998: Almighty God – various artists; "Seekers of Your Heart"
  • 1999: If My People Pray – various artists; "I Am in God's Hands"
  • 1999: 32 Great Hymns of the Faith – various artists; "What Wondrous Love Is This"
  • 1999: Listen to Our Hearts, Vol.2 – various artists; "Say the Name"
  • 1999: White Heart - Demos, Interviews, and Lost Songs – White Heart; "You Loved Me Still the Same" & "If Only For One Night"
  • 1999: Adore Him – various artists; (Narrator)
  • 1999: McCaughey Septuplets: Sweet Dreams – various artists; "Goodnight Emily"
  • 2000: Word & Song Collection – various artists; (Narrator)
  • 2002: Hallelujah!: The Very Best of the Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir
  • 2002: Scribbling in the Sand - Michael Card; duet with Michael Card on "Immanuuel"
  • 2009: Gaither Vocal Band Reunion Vol 1 – "He Came Down to My Level", "No Other Name But Jesus", and "A Few Good Men"
  • 2009: Gaither Vocal Band Reunion Vol 2 – "Passin' the Faith Along" and "Find Us Faithful"
  • 2010: My Cry Ascends: New Parish Psalms (various artists, Gregory Wilbur, composer)
  • 2011: A Man Like Me – Wes Hampton; duet on "It Is Well with My Soul"
  • 2012: Larnelle: Live In Nashville!; Three Tenors: "Kings of the Earth" and "It Is Well" with Larnelle Harris and Steve Amerson
  • 2014: Out on a Limb – Wes Hampton; trio with Hampton and David Phelps on "Echo of You"
  • 2015: Psalms Hymns and Spiritual Songs – Michael O'Brien; duet with Michael O'Brien on "For All the Saints"
  • 2015: Free – Paul Turner; duet with Paul Turner on "Jesus My Strength"

Video

  • 1986: God and God Alone VHS: Live In Concert
  • 1991: Hide 'Em In Your Heart: 13 Bible Memory Music Videos for Children of All Ages
  • 1992: Hymns: A Portrait of Christ (Sparrow)
  • 1992: What My Parents Did Right
  • 1994: Live! The Young Messiah
  • 1996: Live Worship – Promise Keepers VHS – Promise Keepers "A Mighty Fortress Is Our God"
  • 1998: The Faithful
  • 2002: Steve Green: Life Story – The Journey to a Life Message
  • 2008: A Journey of Faith (Live)
  • 2009: Gaither Vocal Band Reunion Vol 1 and 2
  • 2012: Larnelle: Live In Nashville! DVD; Three Tenors – "Kings of the Earth" and "It Is Well" with Larnelle Harris and Steve Amerson
  • 2016: Saviour: The Story of God's Passion for His People Recorded live at Gateway Church

References

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  17. Gregory Wilbur, My Cry Ascends: New Parish Psalms, Ligonier.org

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