Forrest Frank can't stop and won’t stop with the follow-up to CHILD OF GOD, aptly titled CHILD OF GOD II. As he wraps up a sold-out 26-city tour, Frank finds himself at the pinnacle of Christian music. With a reach that spans from the youngest generation of believers to the oldest, it’s hard not to marvel at the 30-year-old's impact on the CCM landscape.

Last year's CHILD OF GOD featured several tracks that had been released before the full project, yet it still managed to be an engaging and meaningful listen. CHILD OF GOD II, by contrast, doesn’t carry the same familiarity, but invites listeners into a collection of fresh tracks and sounds that still feel unmistakably like Frank.

The album opens with "ENCORE," featuring the words "CHILD OF GOD" sung just underneath the track. What sounds like a voice memo from a phone call between Forrest and his grandfather (similar to a track from the first album), captures a touching moment of prayer. It's a compelling intro that feels like a natural continuation of the CHILD OF GOD series.

"YOUR WAY’S BETTER" and "AMEN" are two of the catchiest songs on the project, and easily among my personal favorites. Though "YOUR WAY’S BETTER" was previously released on CHILD OF GOD (Deluxe), and doesn't bring anything new production-wise, it provides a strong sense of continuity and sets the tone for what the album delivers.

Beyond those, there's plenty more to enjoy. "WOKE UP THIS MORNING (featuring Nathan Davis Jr.)" and "DROP!" lean into a more current Christian hip-hop sound, paired with infectious beats. "DANCING IN THE PRESENCE," a lo-fi-inspired, vibey cruising track, stands out in the best way. With Frank showing off his vocals over a groovy guitar and drum combo, it's impossible not to relax and get lost in the rhythm.

"NOTHING ELSE," featuring country star Thomas Rhett, and "POV," are standout tracks that showcase the album's emotional and musical range. "LIKE WATER," featuring Limoblaze, introduces an Afrobeats-inspired flair that may feel different to many listeners, but beautifully diversifies the album's already rich sonic palette. "IN THE ROOM" leans into strong corporate worship vibes, likely resonating well with many worship listeners.

Then there's "TESTIMONY," where Frank shares his personal story live from his recent tour. The absence of music and lyrics makes this track one of the most powerful moments on the project. "HOME," which closes the album, evokes the parable of the prodigal son, making it a fitting and heartfelt conclusion to CHILD OF GOD II.

Overall, CHILD OF GOD II delivers more musically than its predecessor. We see Forrest Frank step into new sounds and collaborations that, in my opinion, come together really well. Best believe I'll be playing a lot of these songs again on repeat.