There’s no way to put into words how sad we are to that our old friend John Anderson has passed away. Not only do we consider him one of the greatest singers ever and the writer of some of our favorite songs, but more than that, we consider him a brother. Our friendship with John goes all the way back to the neighborhood where we grew up and the playground across the field from his house where everyone played. It goes back to our first trip to Nashville, when John offered us wise advice and brotherly support. All of that is why every time we got to share a stage with John, it felt like we were home. We’re sending our prayers to John’s family, who he so dearly loved. May God offer extra comfort and peace to them. John, old friend, you once sang a line that said, “I’m just an old chunk of coal—but I’m gonna be a diamond someday”—you are indeed that diamond today. Rest well at home with Jesus.