Go Behind the Scenes of Legendary Gospel Singer CeCe Winans' First Tour in Over a Decade

CeCe Winans, the bestselling and most-awarded female gospel artist of all time, kicked off her Believe for It tour on Sept. 23 in Indianapolis. This is her first national tour in over a decade and she is giving PEOPLE an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the first night of her tour. Winans will also be releasing a new book, Believe for It: Passing on Faith to the Next Generation, on Nov. 15. Read on for Winans' photo diary. As told to Maria Mercedes Lara

01 of 08
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First night of my Believe for It tour in Indianapolis was everything I could have ever ask for. Thank you Lord.

02 of 08
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Finishing rehearsals and I could not be more excited for the first show.

03 of 08
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A moment with my amazing singers before we go to the stage.

04 of 08
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Cmon Creative/Padrion Scott

There is no moment like seeing the audience when I walk on stage.

05 of 08
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Cmon Creative/Padrion Scott

My incredible husband Alvin taking a moment for prayer and gratitude.

06 of 08
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Cmon Creative/Padrion Scott

My grand-baby Wyatt with me at rehearsals. He is pure joy and light.

07 of 08
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It's always so meaningful to have good friends come; we shared many laughs. Thank you David and Tamela Mann.

08 of 08
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Cmon Creative/Padrion Scott

What a way to kick-off the tour. I feel very blessed and am looking forward to the rest of the dates.

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