[5] The songs were inspired by scripture passages found in the Bible; it is included in a series with books by Max Lucado and Randy Frazee.

[5] Nordeman was taking a hiatus from the music industry as she raised children but decided that she had time to work on this project.

"[4] Kevin Garrett of Christianity Today said "One might find it a challenge to produce a single piece of art encompassing the expansive tale of hope for humanity, from Creation to Christ to the Second Coming.

With (Music Inspired By) The Story, Nichole Nordeman and Bernie Herms combine their songwriting and compositional talents to do just that.

"[3] "Alive (Mary Magdelene)" by Natalie Grant was released as a single; it peaked at No.