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New Host Swag - Taraji P. Henson is met with the audience's warm reception as she takes the stage to spearhead hosting duties. (Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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A "Great" Opening Act - Bringing the crowd to their feet, Deitrick Haddon kicks off Celebration of Gospel with his signature high energy and a swagged out choir to perform the bass thumping "Great God."(Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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They Did That! - When a choir shows up in all black and with rehearsed vocals, they mean business. Deitrick Haddon and his choir's on stage showing set the tone for the night, proving that not only do they mean business but they look good while handling it.(Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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Vocal Slayage  - There are two words that encapsulate Tamela Mann's performance of "I Can Only Imagine": vocal slayage. As if there aren't enough reasons to watch, Mann's soul-stirring performance is a must-see moment. Watch on Sunday, April 6 at 8P/7C. (Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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Church Trained Trio  - SWV dominated the charts in the '90s and their performance at Celebration of Gospel served as a reminder as to why the church trained vocalists made a major mark in music.(Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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Aisle Dancin' - The legendary sounds of The Rance Allen Group would propel the shiest saint from his seat to the aisle. While performing "At Your Feet" and "Got Me Dancin," The Rance Allen Group had the audience doing exactly that! (Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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The Voices - After their indivdual performances, SWV joined The Rance Allen Group and brought the house down with the collaborative number, "Got Me Dancin'."(Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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The Chains Have Been Broken - Celebration of Gospel saw chains of fear, doubt and discouragement break as Tasha Cobbs performed the spirit-filled record "Break Every Chain."(Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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Taraji's Testimony - After dishing on taking the hosting torch from Steve Harvey, Taraji shares her testimony of journeying to L.A. from D.C. with seven hundred dollars, her son and Jesus. It's safe to say she "started from the bottom now she's here."(Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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Diva Praise  - R&B Diva Chanté Moore ignited the stage at Celebration of Gospel 2014. (Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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The R&B Diva Featuring Vashawn Mitchell  - Chanté Moore soared as she belted a clear-toned rendition of "Jesus, I Want You" and later assisted Vashawn Mitchell in a electrifying performance of "Chasing After You."(Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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Ms. Adams Show Us the Only Way  - Yolanda Adams' heavenly voice filled the Orpheum Theater as she blessed the stage with a performance of "Only Way." Celebration of Gospel is, indeed, the "only way" to get your praise on Sunday April 6 8P/7C. (Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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A Sight to See - A beautiful performance coupled with a beautiful set makes for a sight to see. This was the case for Yolanda Adams' show down at Celebration of Gospel. (Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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The First "String" Team  - Four-time Grammy Award-winning artist India.Arie soars on stage with fellow guitarist and vocalist, Jonathan McReynolds. (Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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The Breakout Star  - A beaming Jonathan McReynolds performs alongside collaborator India.Arie. (Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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Look at God  - India.Arie receives the love from the crowd after her show-stopping performance. (Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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Need A Lilttle More Jesus? We Got You - Pop and gospel trailblazer Erica Campbell performed the first single lifted off her first solo album, "A Little More Jesus." The drum-heavy record coupled with Campbell's always on point vocals gave us all the Jesus we needed. On Sunday April 6 at 8P/7C, it's your turn!(Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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Praise On High  - Kem, Le'Andria Johnson and Eddie Levert turned up the praise just when we thought the show couldn't get any better. Watch the trio perform "Jesus" on Sunday, April 6 at 8P/7C.(Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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Sunday Best  - BET Sunday Best winner Le'Andria Johnson lights up the stage with a sequined number and her powerhouse vocals, proving that not only is she forward in faith but she's fashion forward as well. (Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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Surprise!  - Surprise performer and R&B great Eddie Levert joined Celebration of Gospel to go foward in faith. (Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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Zacardi and Lalah - The incomparable Lalah Hathaway delivered one of the best performances of the night with Zacardi Cortez.(Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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Electrifying - Equipped with his illuminated piano, Charlie Wilson showed his musicianship while giving a musical testimony. (Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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The Charlie Wilson Experience  - Charlie Wilson tore the house down! In his typical "outstanding" fashion, he brought the crowd to their feet with an epic performance of "If I Believe."(Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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Candice Gets It Right - American Idol winner Candice Glover showed us exactly why America fell in love with her on the show. The Music Speaks songstress sang her heart out while performing "Center of My Joy" in tribute to Richard Smallwood. (Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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An Anointed Tribute  - Tasha Page-Lockhart blesses the stage as she pays tribute to Celebration of Gospel honoree Richard Smallwood.(Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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A Tribute of Total Praise  - This year, BET paid tribute to gospel legend Richard Smallwood. After watching show stopping performances from Yolanda Adams, Tasha Page-Lockhart, Donnie McClurkin, JJ Hairston, Maurette Brown Clark and Candice Glover, he joined them on stage for a performance of "Total Praise." (Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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Brotherly Love  - Donnie McClurkin and Richard Smallwood hug it out on stage after their moving joint performance. (Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)

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Every Praise  - Bishop Hezekiah Walker performs his No. 1 hit "Every Praise." Tune in and sing along on Sunday, April 6 at 8P/7C.(Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BET)