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I will praise the Lord according to his righteousness:and will sing praise to the name of the Lord most high.
Psalm 7:17
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MY VERY FIRST 'ONE'
I am so proud to say that my new single "A Different Light' is now the #1 Christian Country song inthe nation in the May issue of CASHBOX Magazine and Christian Servant “Country For The GoodLife” Top 100 chart, as well as #4 in CHRISTIAN VOICE. It was written by Dianne Wilkenson andmy brother Rusty and features my friends The Freemans singing along with me. God is good!.Thanks to radio for playing it, to the ones who have requested it, and to Perry Edge and the DoubleE staff for all they do to help promote my music. Look for my new single 'SUNDAY SHOES' comingsoon to a radio dial near you.
Christian Servant “Country For The Good Life Top 100”No. 1 Song, May, 2016
Chris Golden Music, www.chrisgolden.netPO Box 1147, Hendersonville, TN 37077
Tel: 615-479-6101Email: [email protected]
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Congratulations Rodney MorssChristian Servant Country For The Good Life top 100
Number 1 Song, June, 2016
Born In America
from his latest release
almost homeYou can purchase on his
website at:www.Rodneysministry.com
Keep up to date with Rodney on:
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CONGRATULATIONSJohn Randolph
on your #1 charting song,
I Choose NowChristian Servant Magazine“Country For The Good Life”
Top 100July, 2016
www.jrministries.com
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Summer, 2016 - Edition III Table of Contents
Page Article Author1 Cover2 May #1 Song3 June #1 Song4 July #1 Song5 Table of Contents6 Just A Thought Gayla Earlene7 Old Glory Flaps
in the BreezeIrvin Rozier
8 From the Desk of Dr. Terry D. Davis9 Am I doing this right? Roger Barkley, Jr.
10 Country GospelChristian Country RadioGuide
10 What’s Wrong WithBeing Old Fashioned??
Cathedral Press
11 Way Out West Terry & Debra Luna13 The Way I See It John Penney14 Titles Mike Merritt15 Celebrate the 60th
Anniversaryof the ICGMA
Tommy Smith
Page Article Author20 Country Gospel Music
News & EventsTommy Smith
22 Freedom in Christ24 Lazy Days of Summer Brad Wilson25 Do These 3 Things
While You Wait ForYour Miracle
Pastor QT Nyathi
26 The McDougal Family Tommy Smith28 Billy R. Douglas
VOTL RadioTommy Smith
29 God’s Gift ofRichard Frazier
Tommy Smith
30 Summer Storms Jerry D. Ousley31 A Piece of the Puzzle Marty Smith
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God Bless You!
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"Just A Thought"with Gayla Earlene
Visit Gayla Earlene at http://www.gaylaearlene.com
Sticks & StonesWhen I was a young girl, I learned the old saying thatSticks and Stones may break my bones but words cannever hurt me. Well that's not entirelytrue......................sticks and stones do hurt but wordsreally can do major heart damage!!
I do have good news for you today though, we have aprotector! Could be that if you are not a Christian,these words may seem futile but I'm living proof thatGod is my protection through all storms. As a kid, Iwas in a few fist fights, oh yes really, though not by mychoosing, and my heart has been hurt deeply, but I’mstill here, stronger and more in Love with my Lord.
God’s protection is sure and faithful because He promises this to His people: Be strong and of a goodcourage, fear not, nor be afraid of them; for the Lord thy God, He is the one that doth go with thee; hewill not fail thee, nor forsake thee. (Deuteronomy 31:6)
Isn't this awesome, he will NEVER leave us? Not in good times or in bad. But we must pick up His shieldof protection by faith and USE IT!! Our faith is grown through Bible study, fellowship with otherChristians, hearing the Word, and prayer, prayer, prayer.
Pain is pain but all pain can bring us closer to needing God's love.
I think of the Christians, who are being persecuted through terrible acts of murder and simply for lovingour Lord, and it is unspeakably mean, but we do have a peace in knowing that as Christians, thosepeople are now rejoicing in heaven. Hallelujah!!! In the gospel of Matthew 5:10 Jesus says, “Blessed arethey which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of Heaven.” Now that'sstraight from our Jesus, so Hallelujah and Praise His Name!!
May you be encouraged and strengthened by the Word of God today.
NEW RELEASE!from Gayla Earlene
My prayer is that as you listen to this album, you will feel thepresence of God and realize that there is nothing this worldcan offer that can compare to the love of our Savior, Jesus
Christ.
Romans 12:2 “Do not be conformed to this world but be yetransformed by the renewing of your heart through Christ.”
Includes both the break out hit, “A Miracle On His Mind” andthe chart climbing release, “King Of My Heart”. You canpreview and purchase this CD on Gayla’s website at:
www.gaylaearlene.com
FeaturingGene Crain on
Steel Guitar
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I woke up this morning way before dawnI sat on my bench by the edge of the lawnI meditated on the Lord and his goodness to meI am blessed to live in America where I am free
I have a tall flag pole by my little white shedI just raised a new flag, it is white, blue and redI saw Old Glory whipping around in the breezeFor years it has flown over the land and the seas
As a young child I held my hand over my heartI learned the Pledge of Allegiance, part by partI recalled that day when I raised my right handI promised to support and defend our great land
As I watched Old Glory gently flapping in the windI prayed to the Lord and asked that he would mendOur great nation so it would not be divided and fallI believe the Lord heard me as on His name I did call
The red of Old Glory reminds me of the soldiers' bloodShed on foreign desert sands and in the jungle mudThe 50 white stars set against the blue backgroundReminds me of God's grace that is spread all around
God Bless America is a phrase that we often hearRepeated on many lips day by day, year by yearIndeed God has blessed America in a mighty wayBecause of the many that to Him do kneel and pray
Copyright 2008 Irvin L. Rozier, author of My Walk with theLord, US Army, Chaplain of American Legion Post 181Website to song and video:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lseFgH7XumUhttp://www.youtube.com/user/walkin2e
Article Source: http://www.faithwriters.comCHRISTIAN WRITER
Old Glory Flapsin the Breeze
By Irvin Rozier
www.chuckhancock.com
Thank you!Thank you to all the radio stations andfans for playing and requesting mynew release…
ALL THE WAYThe song is charted at #64 for July,2016.
And thank you to the InternationalCountry Gospel Music Association(ICGMA) for the nominations for MaleVocalist, Songwriter, Song, Album,and Living Legend of the Year Awards.I am humbled, thankful, and so soblessed!
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From the Desk ofDr. Terry D. Davis
by Terry Daviswww.terrydavismusic.com
With so many negative stories in the news today, it's great to seea positive story that reminds us that Christian Love still exists.Matthew 25:40 "And the king shall answer and say unto them,Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one ofthe least of these my brethren , ye have done it unto me. " Youcan't say you love the Lord and not love his people. We need tokeep an eye out for Opportunities to let Gods Love shine throughus!The story below was taken from Fox News; "KTRH connectedwith Rachel Estrada" The story was sent in by Nicole MarieHeintz. Heintz's Facebook post is transcribed below:
"So I was just on my way to work and I had to stop for gas so I allowed myself some extra time to get towork. When I pulled up to the pump I shut my car off and saw this middle aged man crying looking atthe gas pump. I began to wonder what happened with this man and as I got out of my car and looked athim my heart felt like it stopped.
In Apple Valley, Minnesota it is 10 degrees and freezing cold with the wind. This man was wearing flipflops with socks covered in holes. I look at his car and see his wife in the front seat covering her face inher hands and the 2 teenage girls both cuddling under a blanket in the back seat.
I didn't even think and I went up to the man and said 'sir is something the matter?' He looked at me andI could tell he was on the verge of giving up because he didn't even try to conceal his tears when he said'I can't even provide for my family.'
Without even thinking I put my card in his machine and told him Jesus Christ the Son of God died toprovide for you. Fill up. Something, something came alive in him. He was in shock and it was like heforgot how to pump gas.
In that same moment his wife got out of her car, she asked her husband what was going on and he toldher I just paid for their gas she started to cry and came around the corner to shake my hand when I sawher pants dirty and torn. I asked her to come to my car.
The airport lost some of my luggage on my way to Minnesota from California and I had to clean out mycloset to find stuff to wear and get rid of a lot of stuff all of that stuff that I had yet to give away wassitting in the back seat of the car and in the trunk. I opened up my car and told the lady to take what shewanted.
This lady RAN back to her car. I was so afraid I had just embarassed her but a moment later her and hertwo girls were digging through those clothes layering my sweatshirts and shirts and sweat pants overthe worn out clothes they had been wearing.
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Soon the father had finished pumping the gas and came over. This attracted a little crowd at the gasstation. And some older man gave the family a gift card and another middle aged man gave away hisjacket to the father. Never in my life did I think I would see this kind of thing happen at a gas stationwith a handful of complete strangers.
But it gives me hope, that the love of God can be so contagious. That we are not alone in being thechange we want to see in the world. God's love is greater than anything and we get to be a part of thatlove changing lives. And HE always provides!"
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by Roger Barkley, Jr.www.rogerbarkleyjr.com
Am I doing this right?
In ministry there are many obstacles we all must face. Finding the rightmixture of our talents with Godly wisdom of what to say to a crowd ofpeople at any given time to some may seem as an insignificant thoughtprocess , but to me It’s something I take very serious. You wonder, prayand cry to God to ask the question, “Am I doing this right?”
I used to tease my dad that he was my second favorite story teller (Jesusof course being the first) They both had a way of taking a story and tyingit together to make a point in ways that only they could do.
I always strive to say what God wants and not what I want to say. Never use the time allotted tograndstand or soapbox political issues but instead biblical principles with stories of growing up on thefarm.
Some people, even friends, say that sometimes I get a little preachy between songs or that talkingbetween songs gets a little long.
I take comfort in the fact that it puts me in good company with my dad, Jesus, Jim Hamill, WendyBagwell, and others that have gotten God’s Word out without people realizing they were even receivinga word from God. We must reach the world by any means necessary. I just happen to be a musicalevangelist that utilizes technology in my ministry and tells stories through spoken word and song. Somepeople like it and some people do not. That is the great thing about freedom of choice. You are free tochoose to listen or not.
The great thing to me is, as just recently from personal response after services, those lives that say theyhave been encouraged, those attitudes that have been changed, those spirits that have been lifted,because of the story that was shared between the songs of the concert. I think maybe that is God lettingus know the answer to the question we asked Him earlier with an astounding yes.
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WHAT’S WRONG WITH BEING OLD FASHIONED??In the America of yesterday you paid your debts as quickly as possible, and went without things to doit. You disciplined your children, but disciplined yourself, first. You spent less than you earned, anddemanded that your government do the same. You went to Church, your children to Sunday School andyou had daily prayers. No court would have dared to interpose any law into your private religion. Youwould have been horrified at (and quick to change) men in high places who made “deals”. You expectedto prosper by individual initiative – by doing a better and better job. You obeyed the law but took anactive enough part in government to see that the laws were just. You “walked softly but carried a bigstick”.
And that was the character, which brought this country victory in two World Wars, built it back from ashattering depression and fed and saved the civilized world.
If all this is “old hat”, then so be it. IT NEEDS RESURRECTION!!
Reprinted with permission of Cathedral Press
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Way Out Westby Terry & Debra Luna
May 28, 2016 – Norwalk, CA The auditorium was virtually filled with long-time fans and friends ofthe Legendary Country Music Icon. Regardless of the fact that on his next birthday, Freddie Hart willbe ninety-years-old, the singer/songwriter graced the stage and performed a collection of CountryGospel songs, including his most recent chart-topping single, “This Old Church,” which he says actualevents near his hometown of Loachapoka, Alabama inspired him to write. Hart was one of three artistson the roster for the Memorial Day Celebration Concert at Pioneer Baptist Church in Norwalk, Califor-nia hosted by Rev. Billy Brisendine. We were honored to also be included on the program along withThe Regents of Southern California.
We had the opportunity to sit down with Freddie after the concert to talk with him for this edition of“Way Out West.”
Freddie Hart and his wife Ginger, live in nearby Burbank,California where he has lived for over forty years. Weasked him how he chose to settle down in Southern Califor-nia after being born to sharecroppers in Alabama. Joiningthe Marines at the age of 15 with permission from hisparents, Freddie served his country in World War II. Helater followed his dreams and found himself in Phoenix,AZ where he met many of the top artists of the day includ-ing Waylon Jennings and Marty Robbins performing at theRiverside Ballroom; he was soon introduced and subse-quently landed a spot touring with Lefty Frizzell. After afew years with Frizzell, Hart, always having a passion forsongwriting, had moderate success of his own, chartingseveral singles including “Loose Talk,” peaking at #10.Carl Smith heard Freddie’s version, recorded it himselfand it quickly reached #1, pushing Freddie’s single off ofthe charts. With Frizzell’s help, Freddie eventually landeda contract with Capitol Records in Hollywood, where herecorded many tracks including his signature mega-hit“Easy Lovin’.” Freddie’s list of accomplishments both as anartist and a songwriter is impressive. He is the recipient ofalmost every major award including his Grammy for “BestMale Performance,” Country Music Association’s (twice)
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award for “Song of the Year” and “Male Vocalistof the Year,” The Academy of Country Music’s“Song of the Year,” “ Male Vocalist of the Year,”all for “Easy Lovin’” The International CountryGospel Music Association’s “Living Legend ofthe Year” and according to Freddie, his mosttreasured award, the induction into the“Nashville Songwriter’s Hall of Fame.”
Enjoying the success and fast-paced life as aCountry Music Star, Freddie realized that hislife was lacking. He began to read the Bible,pray and seek the heart of God.
Always having a love of Gospel Music he has recorded several Gospel projects, the latest being“Heavenly Wonderful, Heavenly Beautiful” which has spawned several chart-topping singles. FreddieHart loves the Lord, serves in his local church as a deacon, and loves to sing his songs proudlyproclaiming his faith.
As Freddie’s set that evening was coming to a close, and as a tribute to Veterans that were present at theconcert, Freddie asked the other artists on the program to join him onstage to perform his last song ofthe evening, the patriotic-themed “I Wouldn’t Trade America (For the World,”) which turned out to bethe highlight of the evening. At the invitation from the emcee, Billy Brisendine, fifteen veterans,including Freddie himself, gathered at the front of the auditorium where those in attendance paidtribute to some of America’s finest.Many friends and fans were waiting after the concert to meet and greet Freddie; he disappointed noone, signing autographs, posing for snapshots and shaking hands, staying until the last person left theauditorium, the evening was truly “Heavenly Wonderful, Heavenly Beautiful.”
Until next time from “Way Out West.”Happy Trails!
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…the way I see itby John Penney
The Christian Outlawwww.johnpenneymusic.com
Take time to know Jesus…heard it all my life andjust never thought I needed to know anymorethan I had already learned from Sunday Schooland my Grandma Gussie. That`s mostly what weknew about Jesus, I don`t think I ever gave it awhole lot of thought one way or the other.
My Granddaddy was an old time Preacher and Iwas really young when he passed but I can see himplain as day when I have a problem and need alittle pick me up. I do not remember much aboutmy Granddaddy but I feel him near me a lot. Thatwas the way I felt about Jesus when I was growingup. I didn`t have a personal relationship withHim but I knew Him through the Bible andlessons that were taught to us young’uns. So Irocked on down life’s highway for a bunch of yearsthinking I was doing just fine and seeing myself asbeing a pretty good old boy. Well, not the prettypart but you can see where I`m heading.
Seems like a lot to give up but it`s not,because you get Jesus. I`m not gonna beatyou over the head with the Bible but if I getthe chance I`m sure gonna tell everyone thegood news. Take time to know Jesus. As Itravel around this country of ours I see things.Folks, we need Jesus more today thanyesterday. I am humbled by His presence inmy life. I try every day to take a little time toknow Jesus.
That`s the way I see it ….
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Looking back at my yesteryear I can see that even though I was doing good things and trying to be agood person I was slowly being rode hard by the Devil. Some people don`t think that there is a Devilbut I can assure you that the Devil is real and working hard to gain a toehold in every Christian that`sliving in our great land. The Devil is to be rebuked at every turn and especially in this world that we areliving in today. The way to fight the Devil is to know Jesus. So, take time to know Jesus. It`s not hardto do, just ask Him into your heart and pick up the Bible. It is a simple thing and I will promise you,when you take time to know Jesus your trials will all be over.
Maybe not the ones that don`t matter in the first place because it`s your soul that matters not the thingsof this world.
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TITLESby Mike Merritt
http://merrittcowboyministries.com/
Seems like in this ole’ world “titles” are very important tous. We just need to be somebody. It is hard to accept whowe really are, people spend a lot of time, energy, andresources to be somebody else. “We need to be who we werecreated to be, that other person is already here.” There is abig difference in having the desire to do something in lifeand having the resources to be whatever we want to betoday. I talk with folks a lot and it doesn’t take long tofigure out that some folks have an identity problem, theybecame lost as to who they are, trying to be somebody else.Ego’s and pride are dangerous and destructive. I wastalking to a fellow this week and he made a statement; Hesaid he knew George Strait. I thought that is cool so I beganto ask him questions about George Strait.
He really did not know George Strait, he had been to a concert once and owned all of George’s music. Iguess he was thinking that made him special. Sometimes it seems everybody in the world are bullriders,you know, they got on a calf at Granpa’s house once when they were young, so for the rest of their lives,they are bullriders!! Wonder what Ty Murray thinks about that?
I was blessed like a lot of folks to have grown up in the country, farming and ranching all around me. Iwanted to be a cowboy so I got my hat and boots, I am in!!! One day an ole timer asked me are you acowboy or did you just find that hat. That hurt my feelings and pushed me to be the best cowboy I couldbe, learning the law of the land, don’t mess with a man’s hat, don’t try and pet his dog, don’t mess withhis horse, never ever ask a man how many cows he owns, how much land does he own and can I borrowyour horse. I worked hard learning to ride, rope, how to read cattle, taking pride in who I am. Thecowboy look is cool and lots of folks spend a lot of money for the look, the ole timer also told me “ thehat don’t make the cowboy”. Being a cowboy, working on ranches, feed lots, or arena is a culture initself, not a fad. I thought I was a purty good hand until I met JESUS and realized I am nothing withoutHIM, and HIS word gave me the drive to be the best I can be. Colossians 3:23-24 reads: Whatever youdo, work at it with all your heart, as working for the LORD, not for men. Since you know you will receivean inheritance from the LORD as a reward. It is the LORD CHRIST you are serving.
My passion has turned from just being a cowboy to reaching the cowboy culture with the gospel. In myadventures over the years I see folks standing behind a hat calling themselves cowboy’s, to folks sittingin pews calling themselves Christians. Chairs, pews and bibles don’t make Christians, it is fighting thebattles, wearing your bible out, living up to GOD’S word, not depending solely on the pastor to do allthe work. Folks seem to be confused as to how this country got in the mess it is in. I blame it on identityissues. Evil has overpowered good partly because Christians focus more on the world than the word andtry to blend it together. Oil and water don’t mix. Christians wanting to be somebody they are not calledto be so we can attain titles breaks down the effectiveness of who we are. Trying to fit in this world isnot what Jesus expects us to do!! He said go into the world spreading the good news. I heard astatement recently that really ties it up, “ Go spread the gospel and use words when necessary.”We should live up to what we represent so the world is not confused. We are in this world as Christians,but we are not of it.Do you know JESUS or do you just own the book?
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Join us August 4th, 5th, & 6th
for The Granddaddy of allMusic Award Shows as we
Celebrate the 60th Anniversaryof the ICGMA
by Tommy Smith
The International Country Gospel Music Association convention and award show will be celebrating it’s60th year of existence this August 4th, 5th and 6th 2016. Billy Holcomb and Lindsey Thompson gave“birth” to the ICGMA in 1956. Many Country Gospel award shows have popped up over the last 60 yearsbut most have already come and gone. The ICGMA has enjoyed it’s success because of it’s dedicationto keep it country but most of all about Christ! That is why some of the biggest names in the CountryGospel music industry have attended our conventions and been presented with the prestigious GoldCross award. Artists such as: Walt Mills, Judy DeRamus, Willie Nelson, Del Way, Chuck Day, FoxBrothers, Dottie Rambo, Dr. Joe Price, Billy Walker, Barbara Fairchild, Jimmy Jones, Kenny Hinson,LaVerne Tripp, Jimmy Fautheree, Roland Wright, Stewart Hamlin, Jody Miller, Shelia Lewis, TommySmith, Betty Jean Robinson, Claude Gray, Joe Paul Nichols, Otha Geeslin, W C Taylor, Barry Wayne,Johnny Mathis, Light Crust Doughboys, Dolly Parton, Gina and Jimmy White, Clifton Jansky, GeneReasoner, James Marvell, Lawton Williams, Wanda Jackson, Gary R. Smith, Margo Smith, Mary FayeJackson, Gayla Earlene, Gene Crain, Mike Manuel, David Patillo, Susie Luchsinger, Cal Denison, BruceHaynes, Cross Country, Morgan & Morgan, The Singing Nichols, Family, One A Chord, Steve "Rabbit"Easter, The Babcocks, Red Foley, Ken Holloway, Pete Whitebird, Steve White, The Texas Girls,Tennessee Ernie Ford, Billy Jack Davis, Melanie Walker, The Chuck Wagon Gang, Marla Ratliff, JimmyR. Price, Freddie Hart, Terry Davis, Chuck Hancock, Terry Beene, Mike Culpepper, Tommy Brandt,Dan Duncan, James Payne, Miles Pike, CrossFire Gospel Band, Kevin Rowe and The Prodigal Sons,Porter Wagoner, Sunday Drive, David House, Gena Roberts Hamilton, Kristi Miller, The Jordanaires,MariJohn Wilkerson, Doyle Dykes, Dirk Johnson, Milo Deering, Mike McClain, Buddy Jewell, MartyRaybon, Billy Holcomb, Bob Wilson, Glorya Wilson, Joann Cash Yates, Gene Breeden, Gene Bradley,Dr. Harry Yates, and just too many more to list.
The first ICGMA award show I had ever heard about was in the year 1993 when Billy Walker was onRalph Emory’s Nashville Now show sporting his Gold Cross Award and talking about the greatattendance of artists and audience at the venue in Sherman, Texas. The convention drew severalthousand people that year.
The ICGMA has always had one of the smallest membership and booth fees of all the organizations.They’ve worked hard at serving their artists and members. Never having discriminated against age andconstantly reminding us all that God gave us our gifts and they are to be used to glorify Him.
I have been a past president, member and board member and have found it an honor to work closelywith all of those who have made the ICGMA the great organization that it is. Speaking for all the boardmembers, we would love to see everyone attend this year and be a part of the celebration. To become amember or for more information you may contact President Dan Duncan or his lovely wife Marilyn at(417) 372-1129.
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2016 NOMINEESin no particular order
FEMALE HORIZON ARTIST
Gena Roberts HamiltonBeverly CrockerLawana BlevinsTammy Bogle
Jamie Lynn FlanakinDarlene JennusaCarolyn DementTina WakefieldMegan Woods
Jo Fox
FEMALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR
Ava KasichMarla Ratliff
Gena Roberts HamiltonJoy RobertsDoris MerrittBev McCannMary James
Debbie BennettTammy BogleKristi Miller
GOLDCROSS FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR
Joy RobertsKeisha Parish
Mary Faye JacksonGayla Earlene
Ava KasichCindy HughlettNikki Headley
Melanie WalkerJoan GregoryMarla Ratliff
MALE HORIZON ARTIST
Kevin RoweRodney MorssBrandon PooleJohn RandolphJesse Reece
Tommy Brandt 2ndChris GoldenLance Stone
John WebsterJerry Branscomb
MALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR
Chuck HancockJohn PenneyChuck Day
Tommy BrandtJim SheldonJames PayneMike ManuelTerry DavisSteve Shirey
John Randolph
GOLDCROSS MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR
Terry DavisJohn PenneyChuck Day
James PayneDavid HouseTommy SmithTommy Brandt
Rene’ JonesMike ManuelJim Sheldon
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CROSSOVER ARTIST OF THE YEAR
Barry McGeeMarty RaybonTim LivingstonHinson FamilyJesse Reece
Chuck HancockChris GoldenSunday DriveTerry Davis
John Webster
GROUP OF THE YEAR
The Parish FamilyPsalm 100
The WaymastersReed Brothers
Crossfire Gospel BandWeston & Christy Hinson
McKay ProjectMcDougal Kids
Kevin Rowe & The Prodigal SonsLiving Water
INSTRUMENTALIST OF THE YEAR
Chip HeadleyTommy Brandt 2ndChewey McMahan
Jimmy Jack WhitakerDoyle DykesChris GoldenBrad Allen
Dennis McKayGene Crain
Greg McDougal
SONG OF THE YEAR
Jesus I Believe - Chuck HancockHills Of Glory - Waymasters
Broken - Tommy BrandtYour Are The Rock - Tamatha Hurst
Take This Bible - Dan DuncanLove Held My Savior To A Tree - Del Way
House Of Good News - Mike LeichnerJesus Is My Rock - Joy RobertsA Different Light - Chris Golden
They Know Me Here - Kristi Miller
DUO OF THE YEAR
Terry & Debra LunaRene’ & Edie Jones
McKay ProjectHeart To Heart
Mike & Doris MerrittJimmy & Gina WhiteBob & Alta Courtney
Lewis & LewisWeston & Christy HinsonChuck Day & Linda Davis
BAND OF THE YEAR
Crossfire Gospel BandReed Brothers
Kevin Rowe & The Prodigal SonsWaymasters
McKay ProjectJoe Arview & Thunder
Finley River BoysWeavers Believers
Cowboys At The CrossSammy Glass Family
SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR
Chuck DayTerry DavisJohn PenneyJames PayneKristi Miller
Tommy BrandtMike Manuel
Jimmy R. PriceCindy HughlettChuck Hancock
ALBUM OF THE YEAR
Detour - Mike & Doris MerrittSmokey Mtn Gospel - Waymasters
Lean On The Lord - Crossfire Gospel BandCrossover - Chuck HancockGiven Love - Marla Ratliff
My Ships Coming In - Kristi MillerSunday Shoes - Chris Golden
The Country Side of Me - Mike LeichnerSacred Ground - James Payne
Positively Free In Jesus - Jim Sheldon
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PRODUCER OF THE YEAR
Tommy SmithRon Short
Chuck HancockDoug DeRamus
Perry EdgeAdrian David Payne
Barry WayneShane RoarkChuck Day
Dennis McKay
RADIO STATION OF THE YEAR
Heavens CountryWGNZ - Dayton, Ohio
WVBD - Fayetteville, MVKKUS - Tyler, TX
Inspirational Country Radio - AbileneWBIP - Booneville, MSWSWV - Pennington, V
WTVY - Dothan, ALWBCE - Wickliff, KY
KWFX-Spirit Country Radio - Woodward, OK
ICGMA AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
Jim SheldonTerry DavisMary James
Reed BrothersJoy RobertsChuck DayMarla Ratliff
Tommy SmithParish Family
Tommy Brandt
VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Broken - Tommy BrandtI Believe - McKay Project
The Old Mustang - Johnny RowlettThey Know Me Here - Kristi MillerGrandpa’s Fiddle - James Payne
That Old Screen Door - Mike ManuelNew Again - Jim Sheldon
I Know Jesus Loves Me - Carla JonesCrazy World - Reed BrothersReason To Live - Jesse Reece
PROMOTER OF THE YEAR
Tommy SmithPerry Edge
Jesica HuddlestonRalph & Diane Parton
Randall WildsTommy Brandt
Rob PatzGene & Mikki Farrington
Terry BeeneMicah McCarley
BOB WILSON RADIO PERSONALITY
Marty SmithGene ReasonerTommy SmithHunter Logan
Micah McCarleyJ.R. Pittsenbargar
Jim FosterScott Perkins
Mary Jane HoltRicky Russ
BLUEGRASS ARTIST OF THE YEAR
The IsaacsWaymasters
The RoysReed Brothers
Doyle Lawson & QuicksilverLiving Waters
Weaver BelieversBaker Family
Southern RaisedMarty Raybon
TV SHOW OF THE YEAR
Music City Show - Jim SheldonLarry’s Country DinerTexas Country Gospel
Sessions - Melanie WalkerGreat American Gospel
All Aboard GospelAmerican Gospel On Stage
Cowboy Church RFDA Christian Talk Of The Town
Ozark Tradition
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COMEDIAN OF THE YEAR
Bob Courtney - “Pastor Pudge”Aaron WilburnBruce WalkerPeggy Inks
Barry McGee - “Harvey Tater”Kenny “Cornbread” Robinson
Tim LovelaceTommy Frizsell & Chewy McMahan
Chonda PierceTim Hadler
LIVING LEGEND AWARD
Judy DeRamusMike Manuel
Mary Fay JacksonChuck Day
Freddie HartTommy Smith
Del WayGene ReasonerGayla Earlene
Chuck Hancock
CONVENTION & AWARDS SHOW VENUE:
West Plains Civic Center, 110 St. Louis Street, West Plains, MO 65775www.civiccenter.net
We hope to see you there!*ICGMA 60th Annual Award Show *
2016 Convention and Awards ShowAugust 4th, 5th, & 6th, 2016
ICGMA Celebrates it's 60th Anniversary!
Dan Duncan, President of the Board of Directors, ICGMA
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COUNTRYGOSPEL MUSIC
Glory Train Records Compilation #93 is a real winner. My picks from thecomp are:
“Jesus Is My Lifeline” by Stonewall Jackson and Donny Richmond, bothare veterans and pros in the music industry.
“If I Could Have One More Tomorrow” by Marvin Morrow. Marvin hasalways been one of the most well respected and most played artists byCountry Gospel radio. This song will be no acceptation!
There are three more songs that I have picked from this comp. First “In The Presence Of You Lord” byVernell Morrow.“Walk This Jesus Way” by Dennis Thompson.“Take Me Home” by Waymasters. One of my favorite Country, Bluegrass Gospel Groups.
Millennium Music Group Compilation #60. This is another great compfeaturing Country and Southern Gospel. My picks for Country Gospel are:
“Don’t Drown” by Sunday Drive. “When My Time Comes” by Peter Christie.“From The Third Day On” by Debbie Bennett.“Too Far From Home” by Lear Family.“Is That Footsteps On The Clouds” by Dallas West.“The Writing On The Wall by Perry Sisters.
Gospel Jukebox #35. If you love Country Gospel music, you’ll want to playthis comp.“If The Statue Of Liberty Could Cry” by James Payne. This is an excellentsong.“Be There Too” by Del Way.“All The Way” by Chuck Hancock.“I’m Bound For That City” by Shirley Carter.“Nobody Sang Amazing Grace” by Dan Duncan. This is one of the bestsongs I’ve heard by Dan.
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“American Pride” by Mike Leichner is really a great patriotic song and America’s proud of Mike forserving his country as a Marine.“Shuffling Of The Dishes” by Anita Stahl.“Everybody Needs A Little Love” by Terry and Teresa Baker. A really good song.“Where’s The Family” by Mike Manuel. As always excellent!“Praying For The Angels” by Loretta Hummel.“When My Street Turns To Gold” by The Ishmaels.“Can Anybody Hear Me” by Jo Fox. A little on the Contemporary side but it’s one one my favorites.
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Power Source Music Compilation #218. My picks are:“Jesus On The Jukebox” by Kali Rose.“If I Fall” by Mary Fay Jackson. A really good song from a very talentedartist.“Where He Needs Her” by Mikayla Lynn and Isaac Cole. They are both soyoung and yet so polished and national sounding. The choice of song isfantastic and it really grabs the heart. This song is a real winner“Heaven Knows” by Tom Dolan. To me, Tom is a sleeping giant in thisindustry. He has such a great smooth voice and always writes exceptionalsongs. I guess you could say I’m a fan.
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WyattNations
Thanks to radio for charting our latest release "GuidingLight" at #50 in Christian Servant Magazines July 2016Country For The Good Life Top 100 chart.
Also a big thanks to PowerSource magazine for chartingOur previous release "If It Satisfies You Lord" at #40 forJuly 2016 in their Inspirational Country Top 100 chart.
We give God all the glory and are so proud that He lets usserve Him with our music ministry.
Also Mike McClain, thank you for working so hard for usin your studio not only as an engineer but also with yourgreat musicianship. The same goes for you Trish Hawkinsfor the great back-up singing on our project.
To contact our ministry go to Cassie Nation’s Facebook page or email us at: [email protected] God Bless all of you, Wyatt and Cassie Nations
www.wyattnations.org
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Volume 36Canyon Creek Records Compilation #36 has some of the best artists inthe industry.“King Of My Heart” by Gayla Earlene. This is a brand new song writtenand recorded by Gayla along with her husband Gene Crain on SteelGuitar. A true “Oklahoma Texas Swing” sound with great Gospel lyrics.Should be a chart topper.“Make It To The Mountain” by Cindy Hughlett. This is one of the bestones yet. It seems every song Cindy releases, she could not do better, butsomehow she does!
“Forever In The End” by Lonnie King. Lonnie is one of my favorites in the industry, not only becausehe’s a great singer, songwriter but because of his heart for God. I personally love this song.“All The Way” by Chuck Hancock. This song is going to do just that, go all the way reaching souls forChrist. Chuck wrote this song and it’s headed all the way to the top with this heartfelt message!“In The First Place” by Kristi Miller. I’m sure this song will receive the same tremendous amount ofairplay that her last two releases to radio have. Kristi sings this awesome Christian message with awhole lot of soul. The quality of this recording is top notch Nashville.“Pass Me Not” by Melanie Walker. This hymn performed by Melanie has that classic Melanie Walkerstyle that only she can do. She brings new life into this song and yet keeps it traditional. I’m sure asalways this song will do tremendous for Melanie.“Heaven Bound” by Margie Singleton. What a great song by this veteran Country star. Since 1962 shehas been recording “hit” Country songs not only as a single artist but along with such greats as GeorgeJones and Faron Young. She knows how much God has blessed her life and is very grateful to Him.She’s aware that should her life on earth end today she would be “Heaven Bound”. It’s her hearts desirethat all would come to know Christ as their Saviour.“Wildfire” by Ben Anderson. There is a new kid in town and his name is Ben Anderson. This youngman is a very talented, gifted singer, songwriter. His music is a little on the contemporary side and issure to reach thousands of young people. DJ’s please give this song a listen and a lot of spins.“Let Me Live” by Joy Roberts. This is a song speaking out for all the unborn children being slaughteredall over the world each and everyday through abortion. This song has already been well received byradio and the public. Joy would like to thank you all for standing up for what is right.“In That Old Country Church” by Dale Friedrich. This is another great song released by Dale and asalways he’s such a joy to listen to. For those of you who do not know, Dale is also a great preacher. Youcan catch his TV program every Saturday at 9:30 AM CST on the UAN network on Roku or Internet.
Freedom In ChristGalatians 5:1 “For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to theyoke of slavery.”
2 Corinthians 3:17 “Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.”
Galatians 2:4 “…our freedom that we have in Christ Jesus…”
John 8:36 “So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.”
Romans 8:2 “For the law of the Spirit of life has set you free in Christ Jesus from the law of sin anddeath.”
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McKay Project would like to thank radiofor playing our latest release "GetSaved". The song has moved up to #69in the Christian Servant Magazine"Country For The Good Life" Top 100.
We would also like to thank all our fansand peers in the music industry fornominating us in these categories for theInternational Country Gospel MusicAssociation 2016 Award Show.Gold Cross Duo of the year.Gold Cross Group of the yearGold Cross Band of the year
We feel honored that you voted for usand our ministry.We love you all,Dennis and Leslie McKay
From All of Us AtCHRISTIAN SERVANT MAGAZINE
To All of You!
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LAZY DAYS OF SUMMERBy
Brad Wilson
Visit Brad Wilson and Higher Purpose Entertainment at:www.higherpurposeentertainment.com
It’s hard to believe but Summer is here! Many of you grab a hand full ofbooks to read on any lazy day you can find or while you are on vacation. Iwas thinking that another thing you might want to add to those days aresome good faith based films to watch. Below are some suggestions of somecurrent faith based films that might be of interest.
“RISEN” - Film director Kevin Reynolds directs this epic film about Pontius Pilate appointing aRoman Centurion to investigate the disappearance of Jesus from the tomb.
“MIRACLES FROM HEAVEN” - “All things are possible in Christ” are words that will resonatemore than ever after watching this touching family film.
“YOUNG MESSIAH” - A rare glimpse into the childhood of Christ.
“GOD IS NOT DEAD 2” - Melissa Joan Hart stars as a public school teacher who gets into troublefor quoting the Bible.
On a personal note I would like to thank all of you who have been praying forour latest film “THE MEANEST MAN IN TEXAS.” What an incredibletrue story of redemption! We have been so very excited to get the film intoproduction and as you are reading this article we are actually in productionon the film. People who have read the script have been touched in such a bigway and it’s amazing the people we have with us that have signed on to thisjourney. This is a very different kind of faith based film than I have everproduced. It’s real life and at times not very pretty just as life is. Butaudiences around the world will see the great power of love and God andwhat can happen if one has great faith. We will keep you posted as thingsprogress and about the release date in the future.
Speaking of release dates we are very blessed to report that our film “MY MANY SONS” will bereleased in October of this year. This is the true story of the legendary Basketball coach “that no oneknew”, Coach Don Meyer.” Coach Meyer became the most winning NCAA Basketball coach in historyafter passing Bobby Knight’s record. Well Go America is releasing the film and they are very excitedabout it and happy to have it as part of their film family. We are thrilled and blessed!
Have a great and blessed Summer and please keep us in your prayers as we continue our film ministryaround the world.
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Waiting on the Lord for a miracle or breakthrough is not what many people think it is; just staringblankly into the sky expecting God to split the heavens open and come to your rescue. Awaiting the Lordto move on your behalf is not a passive exercise or just ceasing from all activity.
Here are three things you should do while heaven is processing your miracle. Actually this threesomecombination also acts as a catalyst that releases your miracle much faster.
Activity #1:Do some word exercises. God responds to His word not your wails. Doing word exercises like studying,meditating, and confessing scripture will not only strengthen you but it will attract heaven's attentionas well. God always follows His word. In addition to general study, zero in your focus on your area ofneed. For example if you need healing study, meditate, and confess healing scriptures.
Activity #2:Join a support group. A support group is a group of people who support each other in a bid to overcomea problem they all share. Somebody somewhere is going through what you are going through. Take thisa step further by linking up with people who have overcome what you are facing; they will inspire youto fight on. In the Bible, pregnant Mary visited Elizabeth who was also expecting.
Activity #3:Deepen your walk with God. There is something more important than a miracle; your relationship withJesus. While heaven is processing your order, strengthen your relationship with Jesus through deeperworship, prayer, and pursuit. If you do, you will smile when you ought to be crying and help others whenyou have greater needs yourself. You'll become a miracle as you wait for your miracle.
In conclusion there are two ways God delivers us. In most cases, He delivers us from stuff, but in a fewinstances He delivers us through stuff. When He delivers us from stuff, He removes the problem, whenHe delivers us through stuff He sustains us in the problem. Either way it's still a miracle if you ask me.
Pastor QT is a published author, copywriter and speaker. His sincerity, wit and candid style haveendeared him to many hearts. His book DELIVERANCE UNPACKED has been warmly receivedglobally. He conducts spicy marriage and singles seminars with his feisty wife Bonani.
Article Source: http://www.faithwriters.com CHRISTIAN WRITER
Do These 3 ThingsWhile You Wait For Your Miracle
By Pastor QT Nyathi
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Soldiers and Soul winnersfor Christ
The McDougal Familyby Tommy Smith
I always tell people, when asked, that I didn’tchoose to be a Singer – Songwriter. I wasborn to be a Singer – Songwriter. I was giventhose gifts from God. After hearing the songsof Greg McDougal and keeping up with hisChristian music career it is obvious that Gregis also one of Gods chosen. He has a specialdestiny for all of us. He did however create uswith a freewill spirit and gave us the right tochoose or reject our destiny. Most of uschoose to go the way of the world, instead ofthe way of righteousness.
That is why we see so many lives unfulfilled and living in depression without hope.
Greg like so many of us tried to use his gift of talent to bring self-glory. He wanted to see his name inneon lights all over the world. He was a self-starter and worked very hard to see that dream come true.He and his wife Diane moved to Nashville, TN. home of the greatest Songwriters and Country singersin the world. After six years and two publishing deals later, Greg had one of his songs recorded by JohnMichael Montgomery. Then Greg teamed up for a record deal with producer and lead singer of theCountry group BlackHawk. They recorded a project and they shopped it around to labels. Gary Overtonof EMI and Tim Dubois of Arista Records liked what they heard. Greg and Diane were soon to enjoythe success that they had worked so hard for and dedicated their lives to. When record deals take placeit takes a year or longer sometimes for things to get into full swing. During that period of time God inall of His wisdom showed Greg he had what it took to make it in the worlds music industry, but that wasnot the plans that He had for Greg and Diane. He sent to them seed planters. Most of us that havecrossed over from the world’s side to the side of Christ know what I am talking about. Greg and Dianehad moved next door to a couple that started talking to them about going to church and rededicatingtheir lives to Christ. You see Greg and Diane both knew the Lord but they had slipped far away fromHim while chasing that Neon rainbow. Greg and Diane started going to Sunday school with the couplebut didn’t frequent the main sanctuary much. They just didn’t like the music. But the Holy Spirit kepton tugging at both Greg’s and Diane’s heart and soon they both started asking the Lord “whatever youwould have us do Lord we will do it”. They were willing to make a commitment to serve Him and trustHim.
Shortly after they surrendered to Christ they were blessed with their first child Jeffrey. Now you wouldthink that everything was going to be perfect for the McDougals, well it wasn’t. Jeffrey had been bornwith a hole in his intestinal tract. The Doctors weren’t sure if Jeffrey was going to make it. Greg andDiane felt all alone in that delivery room, and I’m sure, questioned why God would let this happen. Youknow that Sunday school class we mentioned and the church sanctuary they never attended much wellin just a matter of minutes after hearing about Jeffrey’s, need all the members of that church startedpraying without ceasing for the McDougal family. Greg and Diane now understood what Jesus meantwhen He said, “They would know you are my disciples by the love you have for each other”. That is whatchurch families do. Jeffrey pulled through and was later diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis. TheMcDougals had three more children and three out of the four had the same thing.
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Back when Jeffrey was in the hospital Greg decided to give his talent back to Jesus and start using it forHim and not the world. He and Diane both decided to be disciples for Christ. They wanted to be seedplanters and lead others to God just like their next-door neighbors did for them. They have beenworking for years now evangelizing through music and the written word. Their kids have been in andout of the hospitals for years now and their medical bills have been phenomenal. God has provided andmade sure the family’s needs and the kid’s medical needs are taken care of. The McDougal kids nowtravel on the road with Greg and Diane and just like mom and dad they are very talented and can’t waitto tell everyone what a loving, miracle working friend they have in Jesus. The whole family are soldiersfor Christ.
If you know that your gifts were God given, use them to glorify the giver. Take the path that leads to“the way, the truth and the life”. We are God’s children not Lucifer’s children. Lucifer will try to stealand rob your glory in Christ, but take it from the McDougals and fight back by quoting the scripturesand telling Satan no matter what you bring against our family I will always give God all the praise andglory. He is my King. Lucifer you are not. Now go back to hell where you belong and leave us alone.
When you go to the McDougals’ website and purchase a CD or two, maybe even make a donation, it willhelp them to keep their ministry going and also help with their on going medical bills. Pastors if youwould invite the McDougal family to come to your church and praise God through their music andtouch hearts through their testimony, you will be blessed while blessing them. Contact the McDougalsat: (615) 668-3908 or [email protected].
http://www.theworkofacarpenterministries.org/
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Movers and Shakers of the Country Gospel Industry
Billy R.DouglasVOTL Radio
When God calls one of His childrento be a Servant for Him there will begood fruit produced. He does notmake mistakes. His anointing willnot go void. A good example is thecalling He put on the life of BillyDouglas at the young age ofnineteen. Billy will tell you not onlydid he receive the gift to preach butalso at the same time the gift of hisbeautiful wife, friend and partnerDeresa.
Together they have been in some form of ministry since 1986. They started working for their homechurch in any capacity they could serve. In just a few years they started an evangelistic ministry with athirty-minute preaching radio program that aired once a week on a local AM radio station. The show isstill being aired on that station to this day.
In 1996 the Lord led Billy to another church where he became assistant pastor for two years. At thatsame church, Billy also helped, when needed, to lead the music worship service and still operates in theministry of music today singing Country Gospel & Southern Gospel at different events in the communi-ty. Billy and Deresa also started a one-page newsletter for the church called “The Trumpet”. They sendit out on a monthly basis. “The Trumpet” is still being sent out today, only now it is eight pages ofministry info, articles, and recipes.
By 1999 Billy and Deresa went into full time evangelism. Preaching in churches, tent meetings, streetmeetings and where ever else the Lord would open the door. Then in 2001 they opened a small churchin Island, Kentucky. That little church was just up the road from where Billy had given his life to theLord and was baptized at the age of five. Once again after serving that church for two years, the buildingwas sold and they went back to evangelizing full time. In 2006 they were lead by the Lord to open up alittle store front Full Gospel Church. “Voice of the Lord Tabernacle”. They are still there ten years later.
They started a 24/7 Country Gospel and Southern Gospel Internet radio station, VOTL (Voice of theLord Radio), as an outreach of the church. They are still going strong today. The format also includesteaching and preaching programs. For many years Voice of the Lord Radio has led many to Christ fromall over the world. “The Old Gospel Ship” radio show was added to the stations format and has nowbeen syndicated and aired on over twenty radio stations once a week in America. Billy says we arealways looking for ways to spread the Salvation message to the lost and will do so whenever andhowever the Lord leads. Billy and Deresa are truly anointed Servants of the Lord and we hope you willlisten to www.votlradio.com. Artists, you can send your projects to be reviewed to: VOTL Radio, P. O.Box 541, Livermore, KY. 42352 or call 270-313-8753. Remember to follow and obey the voice of theLord when He calls you to serve. If you do that, you can expect many blessings!
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Movers and Shakers of the Country Gospel Industry
God’s Gift ofRichard Frazier
by Tommy Smith
One of the things that I love about ourHeavenly Father is that He is just and fair.He created us all differently but with onepurpose, to serve and love each other theway that God serves and loves us. It isalways amazing to me when someone isborn with a handicap or disability that closefamily and friends will say “Poor thing, he orshe won’t amount to anything in life”. Thatto me is just telling God that He has nopower. The Word says “ He knew you inyour mothers womb” and He has great plansfor all of us.
The young man that this article is written about proves that there are no limitations when it comes toserving God and His children faithfully. This young man’s name is Richard Frazier. He’s a thirty fouryear old Christian Music DJ that all of us in the industry have come to love and respect. You can tell hisheart and soul is in his work and he gives it his all. Richard was one of those that were born with severaldisabilities. He was diagnosed with visual and auditory perception problems and ADHD, making itdifficult for him to read, memorize facts or learn basic math skills such as counting money. I’m surethat Richards friends and family, knowing his limitations, would not have dreamed that he wouldbecome one of America’s most loved Radio Personalities. Christ in all of His wisdom knew otherwise.After all, this is the gift that God gave to Richard!
At the age of thirteen, Richard started working on a “DJ voice”. He started using special sound effectsand music while he was making demo projects on his Boom Box recorder. He began sending the demo’sto friends for their input as he worked hard to perfect his gift. Three years ago Richard’s dreams cametrue. WURL Radio 760 AM started broadcasting a thirty-minute show hosted by Richard once a month.The audience and management of the station liked what they heard so much and soon they increasedhis show to one hour each and every Saturday of the month being broadcast between 1 – 2 PM CST.
When I called Richard to tell him I was going to write this article, I found him to be so very polite andhumble. God said all of us that serve Him should do it with a humble heart. I have been in this industryfor over sixteen years now and have seen, in many cases, just the opposite. How refreshing to run acrosssomeone like Richard that still obeys the Holy Spirit!
You can listen to the Richard Frazier Show on the Web each Saturday at www.wurlradio.com between1 – 2 PM. Artists you may send your projects to Richard at WURL Radio 2999 Radio Park Dr., Moody,Al. 35004.
To God be all glory.
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Crash! B-b-b-b-oom! Then the rushing sound of a torrential downpour comes. These are the soundsof summer storms. They can blow up in an instant during a bright, sunny day. Sometimes they bringmuch needed rain and sometimes they bring disaster. The one thing they have in common is that theyend.
My son and I had gone to a ball game at Cincinnati one summer. When he was younger we tried at leastonce a year to go and see the "Reds" play. This particular time we had decided to make a day of it, goingearly enough to stay a few hours at the zoo, then, after a casual lunch go to the ball park early and getour seats before the crowd got there.
It was hot. If I remember correctly when we got to the ballpark the temperature was around 102degrees! But we "weathered" the heat and finally got to our seats. I don't remember much about thegame except that as it went on, the sky in the distance was getting darker and darker. By the time thegame ended the storm was almost on top of us.
We hurried as fast as we could to get to the car. We had borrowed my Dad's car, a 1991 Geo Metro. Itwas great on gas but we were soon to discover something else about it. We got to the edge of the parkinglot and the rain began. Actually it was more like the city of Cincinnati had decided to pour out an entirewater tower over the stadium. And so we ran drenched to the car.
We sat there for several minutes hoping that the rain would stop but it didn't. By the time we made thenerve-wracking trip through Cincinnati and got to Lawrenceburg, Indiana we were worn out fromfighting traffic, trying to see in the rain and spectacular lightning, and we were ready to stop! We foundout that the little car floated. As we drove through the torrential rain we could actually feel the car liftto the top of the water on the road, especially if we were going too fast.
The rain did finally end and the lightning stopped except for occasional flashes in the distance.Everything was strangely calm after the storm. It reminded me of the time Jesus calmed the storm.When all with Him in the boat thought that death was surely eminent, He stood, said, "Peace! Be still,"and the terrible storm was done (see Mark 4:37-39).
It also reminded me of how "storms" come to us in life at the most in-opportune times. We don't needthat extra tension and trouble but it comes anyway. As surely as we can't stop the rain and the lightning,we can't stop the "storms of life" either. At best we can only hold on tight and ride them out.
But just like in the storm with the disciples, if we know Jesus as our personal Savior, He will do one oftwo things for us. He will either calm the storm, or calm us. We can get through these things. In factas a believer, the Bible tells us that all things work for our good (to those called according to His purposesee Romans 8:28).
So when the rain falls in life and the wind howls remember our Savior. He will get us through and itwill work out for the best one way or another. Jesus is even Master of Summer Storms.
Jerry D. Ousley is the Author of five books, "Soul Challenge", "Soul Journey" "Ordeal" "The Spirit Bread Daily Devotional"and his first novel "The Shoe Tree." Find out more by visiting www.spiritbread.com or email us at [email protected] Source: http://www.faithwriters.com CHRISTIAN WRITER
Summer StormsBy Jerry Ousley
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A Piece Of The PuzzleBy Marty Smith
It took her months, but she was finally down to what she thoughtwas the last piece of the puzzle. This was her masterpiece, the oneproject that she had been working on for so long and it was almostdone. As she put in the last puzzle piece, she realized that she wasmissing a piece. Without it, the puzzle would not be complete. Ata glance, one would hardly notice that a piece was missing. Butwithout that last piece, the puzzle was not complete. As I thoughtabout this story, the thought dawned on me….each one of us is apuzzle piece.
Each one of us that are called by God are pieces of a puzzle, a master plan, that God has designed forHis Glory. Without each piece, the work is not complete. You may have heard someone say, “We’re theonly ones doing this” or, “I’m better than everyone else”. That’s not true. You are a piece of a big puzzlethat God is putting together for His Glory. For the one who hardly gets any recognition, you are just asimportant as the one who seems to get all the kudos. We are all part of God’s plan, and each piece of thispuzzle that He has designed is just as important as the other. Without each other, we are not a wholepuzzle. If we are only missing one piece of that puzzle, it is still incomplete. The next time you feel thatyou aren’t important, keep this in mind; you are just as important as the next person who is spreadingthe Gospel. Your results may be a little different, but to God, it is no less important than anyone else.
Marty Smith is the morning show host of Heaven’s Country (www.heavenscountry.com) and host of the internationallysyndicated radio show, “Todays’ Cross Country (www.todayscrosscountry.com). You can email him at:[email protected]
Thank you,Marty SmithMorning HostHeaven's Country!Take It From The Top!www.heavenscountry.com719-216-9370
Host of Today's Cross CountryThe Truth Is In The Music!
www.todayscrosscountry.com719-216-9370
Freedom From SinRomans 6:6-7 King James Version (KJV):Knowing this, that our old man is crucified with him, that the body of sinmight be destroyed, that henceforth we should not serve sin.For he that is dead is freed from sin.
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