Brandon Lake, CeCe Winans, & More Shine At 2025 K-LOVE Fan Awards
NASHVILLE, TN. Brandon Lake, CeCe Winans, & More Shine At 2025 K-LOVE Fan Awards. Under the glowing lights of Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry House, a different kind of spotlight shone bright—one not aimed at fame but at faith. The 2025 K-LOVE Fan Awards unfolded like a living psalm, where laughter met worship, testimonies met applause, and music became the sacred thread binding everyone together.
Broadcast live on TBN, the night offered more than accolades—it delivered a soul-refreshing celebration of Christian artistry across sound, screen, and sport.
Taking centre stage were hosts who needed no introduction: Matthew West, Jeremy Camp, Mac Powell, and Bart Millard of MercyMe—four voices familiar not only for their chart-topping songs but for the joy and authenticity they brought to the stage. Their synergy kept the night fluid and festive, each transition laced with humour, humility, and holy reverence. From the first cinematic flourish of for KING + COUNTRY to CeCe Winans’ timeless anthems, the Opry became a sanctuary draped in melody and praise.
No star shone brighter than Brandon Lake, who walked away with both Artist of the Year and Male Artist of the Year. His heartfelt performance of “Gratitude” wasn’t just a song—it was a collective prayer, reverberating through every raised hand and tear-streaked face. Accepting his awards with humility, Lake made it clear: “This isn’t about me. This is about the God who gives us songs in the night—and the fans who sing them back.” His victory was a reflection of his connection to a generation seeking worship that’s raw, real, and rooted in truth.
CeCe Winans, a cornerstone of gospel music, was honoured as Female Artist of the Year. Her win felt less like a trophy and more like a torch being passed to the next wave of worshippers. Meanwhile, for KING + COUNTRY’s high-octane performance and Group of the Year win electrified the crowd, their message of hope ringing out loud and clear: “What are we waiting for?”
Yet music was only part of the melody. The K-LOVE Fan Awards uniquely celebrate the wider impact of faith in modern culture. “The Chosen” Season 5, a global phenomenon in faith-based storytelling, took home the Film Impact Award, with creator Dallas Jenkins sending a heartfelt video message that underscored the reach and relevance of Jesus’ story today. “House of David” was recognised for its bold presence in TV and streaming, while coach Patty Gasso’s unwavering leadership earned her the Sports Impact Award—a testament to how faith can lead on and off the field.
The evening marked the crescendo of a weekend-long gathering of believers, dreamers, and devoted fans from across the country. From a star-studded Kick-Off Concert to an Emerging Artist Showcase that introduced the next generation of worship leaders, Nashville became a temporary heaven-on-earth.
Performances were as varied as the Body of Christ itself. Elevation Rhythm lit the stage with youthful fervour, while Michael W. Smith and MercyMe brought a wave of nostalgia and reverence. Newcomer Jamie MacDonald made his mark with a stunning debut, and TobyMac, ever the showman, proved he’s still the heartbeat of Christian hip-hop. Anne Wilson and Jon Reddick’s duet, a collision of soul and spirit, was a pinnacle moment—raw, reverent, and radiant.
As the final chord rang out and the curtain drew to a close, Matthew West offered a benediction that summed up the evening perfectly.
If you missed it live, the 2025 K-LOVE Fan Awards is available to stream on TBN, and highlights can be revisited at k-lovefanawards.com. But long after the screens go dark and the confetti is swept away, the light of that night will linger—reminding us that when faith meets creativity, eternity echoes through every note.
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