Third Day — History and Songs

History and Sound

Third Day emerged in Georgia in the early 1990s.

Mac Powell’s raspy voice and the guitar-driven sound connected the band’s Christian lyrics with the tradition of Southern rock. In the “Offerings” series, the musicians revealed a side rooted in church worship. “Cry Out to Jesus” from the album “Wherever You Are” is addressed to people experiencing grief and loneliness. And “Soul on Fire” shows how the band used the same recognizable voice in a more celebratory song for congregational singing.

Albums and Recordings

On “Time,” the band recorded “Your Love Oh Lord,” which combines words from Psalm 35 (Psalm 36 in English numbering) with a guitar ballad. Later, “Offerings” brought together songs for worship, including live versions. Put “Your Love Oh Lord” alongside “Cry Out to Jesus” to hear two forms Third Day often returned to: a song based on biblical text and an appeal to a person facing a specific situation in life.

“Time” Album Track List