Hannah Harper just proved that when you step out in faith the world stands still to listen.
The humble mother of three from Missouri was crowned the winner of American Idol Season 24 this week. Through a cloud of confetti and happy tears she sang the song that started it all.
She chose to perform “At The Cross (Love Ran Red)” as her victory song. It was a raw moment that left millions of viewers reaching for their tissues.
Fun Fact:
Hannah wrote songs for her kids in her kitchen before ever stepping onto the Idol stage! She is the first stay-at-home mom to win the title in years.
You have to see the moment the confetti fell and Hannah realized her life changed forever.
Chris Tomlin Reacts to American Idol Winner Hannah Harper Let’s Sing ‘At the Cross’ Together Sometime
This win is about more than just a trophy or a record deal. When Hannah first sang this song during “Songs of Faith” week she said she wanted to give an invitation to the audience.
She wasn’t looking for fame or a high score from the judges. She was simply trying to share her heart and her faith with a country that needed to hear it.
In a stunning twist of fate the man who wrote those words was actually watching. Chris Tomlin saw the video and his reaction is sending shockwaves through the Christian music community.
“I love hearing you sing At The Cross,” Tomlin posted for the world to see. He then added a sentence that changed everything: “Let’s sing it together sometime!”
To see why the king of worship music was so moved you must look back at her very first performance of his hit song.
Winner Hannah Harper Sings “At The Cross (Love Ran Red)” – American Idol 2006 Grand Finale
This original performance set the stage for a divine connection nobody saw coming. Hannah gave an invitation to the world and now the songwriter has given an invitation back to her.
This potential duet is the ultimate full-circle grace note for a woman who put God first on national TV. It is a powerful reminder that humble beginnings can lead to legendary moments.
Experts believe a collaboration between a legend like Tomlin and a newcomer like Hannah will shatter streaming records. It brings together the traditional church audience and a new generation of country fans.
Make sure to follow Hannah Harper on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to catch the official announcement of her debut album!