The album 'The Lord Will Make a Way' was released in 1980 by Myrrh Records, marking Al Green's first fully gospel album after his religious conversion and ordination as a pastor in 1976. Recorded between 1979 and 1980, the record was produced by Green himself, who had already begun to move away from secular soul to focus on sacred music.
The album reached number 1 on the Billboard Top Gospel Albums chart, solidifying Green as a prominent figure in contemporary gospel music. The title track, 'The Lord Will Make a Way', became a hit on Christian radio and is considered one of his most emotional performances in the genre.
This work represents a turning point in Green's career, as he combined his characteristic falsetto with traditional gospel and soul arrangements. Although some critics initially doubted his transition, the album was well received by the religious community and helped establish his musical ministry.