Andrew and Emily McCoy are worshippers and students of the Word. Consider that before composing their debut of their instrumental worship CD, they spent time studying the Song of Solomon. Their desire was to depict the journey of the Shulamite and her beloved through melodies and harmonic motion, that each song would paint a musical landscape for the selected portion of Scripture. Listen to the beautiful strings in "Song 3," also called "The Bride's Troubled Dream," which depicts the difficult encounter the Shulamite faces when she cannot find the one she loves. On "Song 5," enter into the rest of knowing the Lord's thoughts towards you as the piano melody creates an atmosphere of tranquility and stillness. And let the Lord quiet your spirit as the guitar flows from Andrew and melodic vocals pour out of Emily.

Audra Lynn Hartke has been singing on stage in churches since the age of five. She began to take an interest in several instruments when she was seven, including drums and other kinds of percussion. Her mother was a worship leader at their home church in Seattle, Washington, so Audra was able to gain much experience in being part of a worship team. When she turned fifteen, Audra became aware of the lack of spiritual conviction and Holy Spirit activity in her life. She began seeking a more personal relationship with the Man Christ Jesus. Out of that deepened relationship, she began to write music and learned how to play guitar.

David Ruis has been trend-setting worship leader for well over a decade. His blend of electronica and world music form a unique and easily recognizable style all his own. His passionate translates into some of the most poignant and powerful lyrics in Christian music. Many of his lyrics and songs have become standard offerings among contemporary churches today. This includes such songs as “You’re Worthy of My Praise” and “Every Move I Make.” David is also known for his spontaneous renditions of his music. He has worked collaboratively with many other Christian artists and friends.

Julie Meyer is a longtime worship leader, songwriter at the International House of Prayer in Kansas City, and has been leading since before IHOP's start in 1999. She is a prophetic singer who has a heart to carry the glory and presence of God as an abandoned worshipper. Through worship songs and spontaneous choruses her music has inspired many to lean into their Beloved. Julie has recorded several albums and recently authored the book Invitation to Encounter. In her traveling ministry at conferences and churches, Julie teaches about the kindness of Jesus from the Song of Songs and the wealth of going deep in God.

Luke Wood grew up in Harrisonville, Missouri, a small town 20 miles south of Kansas City. His childhood was rich with spiritual memories, "I remember attending church as a young boy with my parents and genuinely loving the Lord, in between fights and arguing with my brothers. I especially remember from time to time this fluttering feeling and this emotional explosion that would happen in my heart when the Holy Spirit would breathe upon the worship on those Sunday mornings." Luke's high school years were a bit more emotional and challenging, and he eventually found himself not wanting anything to do with God. After six years of resisting the Lord's call on his life, God broke in, "The Lord set a Divine ambush on me and I couldn't do anything but begin to look with new eyes of faith at the Son of God who loved me and gave Himself for me."

Merchant Band was formed from a worship team at the International House of Prayer in Kansas City (IHOP-KC) when Marcus Meier, Tim Reimherr, and a few friends began playing some of the two-hour slots in the 24/7 worship schedule. Over the years that worship team has seen a lot of change and growth, recently leading six two-hour sessions a week at IHOP-KC, as well as leading worship at IHOP conferences. The band, more affectionately known as “Marcus and Tim’s worship team”, frequently travels with IHOP’s onething™ young adult ministry, playing at conferences and events internationally.

Brian and Ramey Whalen's worship leading style is a breath of fresh air that follows after the movements of the Holy Spirit. Though it is not always a typical worship experience, it is easy to engage and it feels safe to lose yourself in the flow of the Spirit as they lead. Their songs release a spirit of revelation and a boldness to be free in worship. Their apparent joy and passion is infectious. The Whalens are madly in love with Jesus and are ever pursuing a deeper relationship with their Savior. It is out of this relationship that they worship Him, following His Holy Spirit and allowing the Lord to inhabit their praise. Brian and Ramey believe that every creative expression is a manifestation of a characteristic of God, the Creator. Brian and Ramey travel full time, teaching and leading worship while encouraging and releasing others to engage uninhibited in new expressions of biblical praise!

Third Day is a Contemporary Christian Music and Christian rock band formed in Marietta, Georgia during the 1990s. The band was founded by lead singer Mac Powell, guitarist Mark Lee and former member Billy Wilkins. The other band members are bassist Tai Anderson and drummer David Carr. The band's name is a reference to the biblical account of Jesus rising from the dead on the third day following his Crucifixion. The band was inducted in the Georgia Music Hall of Fame on September 19, 2009.