Question
How does Shane Vaughn's new gospel song 'I've Made My Stand' reflect the spirit-filled expressions of worship at First Harvest Ministries?
Answer
“I’ve Made My Stand” is a powerful snapshot of how worship happens at First Harvest Ministries. It was written impromptu in a live service, which reflects how worship here flows freely under the moment-by-moment leading of the Spirit rather than from a strict script.
The song’s very theme—“I’ve made my stand”—captures the bold, uncompromising dedication that marks the worship culture: open, passionate, and unashamed. Shane even warns that it may “trigger” those who are not used to Spirit-filled expressions of worship, which shows how expressive, vocal, and emotionally engaged the atmosphere often is.
It also highlights the teamwork in worship: his wife following him spontaneously underscores a community that is used to flowing together in real time, trusting the Lord to lead every chord and lyric.
Would you like a short devotional-style reflection you could use when listening to the song?