New Single “Won’t Start Now” – A Reminder of God’s Faithfulness. The official lyric video’s serene blue imagery mirrors the song’s message of calm amid life’s chaos. Rising Christian artist Seph Schlueter has released his brand-new single “Won’t Start Now” today (May 16, 2025), inviting listeners into a warm reminder of God’s unwavering faithfulness. Schlueter burst onto the scene with his No. 1 hit “Counting My Blessings” (now RIAA-certified Gold), and he returns with this heartfelt track to reassure anyone feeling overwhelmed that God hasn’t failed them yet – and He won’t start now.
The Story Behind “Won’t Start Now”
Every song has a story, and “Won’t Start Now” comes from a very personal place in Schlueter’s heart. The young singer-songwriter shared that he “wrote this song for everyone who feels like life is crazy and they’re maybe a little bit not okay sometimes. Hope it blesses you” In other words, the inspiration sprang from real moments of chaos and anxiety – times when we all wonder if things will ever settle down. Schlueter’s goal was to speak into those moments with hope. “He’s been faithful through every single moment,” the artist declared on social media as he built excitement for the release. That track record of God’s faithfulness in his own life is what sparked the song’s creation.
A Song of Unwavering Promise
At its core, “Won’t Start Now” is a melodic reminder that God’s character never changes even when our circumstances do. In the song’s uplifting chorus, Schlueter sings, “You’ve never let me walk alone, not even once, and You won’t start now…”. These lyrics echo a timeless promise from Scripture: “The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you”. It’s a gentle nod to the truth that God has been with us through every trial, and there’s no chance He’ll abandon us when a new storm rolls in. Schlueter delivers this message with an infectious warmth – like a close friend reminding you that God hasn’t brought you this far to leave you. The song’s reflective tone and tender pop-worship melody make that reassurance easy to absorb, even on a difficult day.
Reflections from Seph Schlueter
For Schlueter, “Won’t Start Now” isn’t just another release – it’s an anthem born out of personal experience and testimony. He often speaks about God’s steadfast love in his ministry, and this song encapsulates that message in three minutes of honest worship. Leading up to release day, Seph encouraged his followers with the simple truth that God has never left or failed us – and He won’t start now. It’s clear that this isn’t just a lyric for him, but a lived reality. The release also comes on the heels of a breakout season for Schlueter. His previous track “Running Back To You” recently hit No. 1 on Billboard’s Christian radio chart, and his debut EP produced the viral title track “Counting My Blessings,” which amassed over 112 million streams and even topped multiple radio charts. With “Won’t Start Now,” Seph continues to build on that momentum, using his platform to point people back to God’s faithfulness in every season.
As fans press play on this new single, they’re not just hearing a catchy tune – they’re joining in a confident proclamation that God has been with us every moment so far, and He isn’t about to give up on us now. It’s a song born from gratitude, struggle, and unwavering faith all at once, wrapped in Seph Schlueter’s signature sincere style.
Listen to “Won’t Start Now”
- Spotify: Listen on Spotify
- Apple Music: Listen on Apple Music
- YouTube (Official Lyric Video): Watch on YouTube
- Seph Schlueter’s Official Website: SephSchlueter.com
“Won’t Start Now” is available now on all major streaming platforms. With this heartfelt new song, Seph Schlueter offers a musical embrace to anyone needing reassurance of God’s unchanging love. And as he looks ahead to a full-length album coming later this year, one thing is certain: the message of God’s faithfulness will continue to ring loud and clear.