Grammy Winner Laura Story
/ Source: Columbia International University
Columbia, SC (WACH)- An alumna of a local college takes home a Grammy.
Christian singer/songwriter Laura Story, a 2003 graduate of Columbia International University, earned a Grammy Award for her song “Blessings,” which she wrote and recorded. Story received the award in the “Best Contemporary Christian Music Song” category during the afternoon ceremonies at The 54th Annual Grammy Awards on Feb. 12 at Staples Center in Los Angeles.
Story, a native of Spartanburg, walked the red carpet with her husband Martin Elvington to receive the honor. “Blessings” was written after Martin developed a brain tumor in 2006. Story says the song is a reminder that God remains faithful even when he doesn’t answer our prayers the way we want him to. She says that’s why there are a lot of “what ifs” in the chorus of the song:
"‘Cause what if Your blessings come through raindrops
What if Your healing comes through tears
What if a thousand sleepless nights are what it takes to know You’re near
What if trials of this life are Your mercies in disguise?"
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