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- ↑ Horton, Carrie (August 24, 2014). "Michael W. Smith Announces Christmas Album with Lots of Country Stars". Taste of Country. Retrieved September 16, 2014.
- ↑ "Michael W. Smith Chart History (Adult Contemporary)". Billboard. Retrieved March 8, 2019.
- ↑ "Michael W. Smith Chart History (Christian Airplay)". Billboard. Retrieved December 5, 2018.
- ↑ "Michael W. Smith Chart History (Hot Christian Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved December 5, 2018.
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