[Richie] No, they are all covers of songs that a very wonderful gift. Don’t let it be the focus “you can do nothing apart from Him”. I will leave
have meant something special to me over the but make sure it is about Him. Stay humble and this with your readers (Psalm 16:8-9, 11):
years except for “Pickin’ Up The Pieces” that don’t accept the praise of man as the validity just seemed natural to do since years ago it of why you’re doing what you’re doing. As long “I have set the Lord always before me; because
was the first song I wrote for the “crossover as He is at the center of your life you will write He is at my right hand I shall not be moved.
country” we were doing in trying to bridge the songs that bring honor and glory to Him. That’s gap between rock and roll and country music. what a worship leader is supposed to do; to Therefore, my heart is glad, and my glory
bring His people into a place honoring the One rejoices; my flesh also will rest in hope.
[WM] What advice and prioritizations for the
True and Living God!
new year can you offer aspiring musicians,
You will show me the path of life; in Your
worship leaders, and songwriters, toward their As for young marriages, your marriage is presence is fullness of joy; at Your right hand
musical giftings and young marriages as well? your first ministry. Whether it’s your wife or are pleasures forevermore.”
your husband, you cannot let anything get in
[Richie] That’s a big question with a lot of between you and this relationship. Be faithful [WM] Richie, it’s been a delight to visit with
avenues to go down. For the musician, worship and be accountable. You are a visible part of you. What an amazing story God has given and
leader, and songwriter, one can never forget the ministry you are involved with, so let your continues to give, you. Best wishes for your
that music is a gift from God. It is a universal testimony be one that always brings honor to new projects this year. I know they will have
language everyone can understand. If you the Lord and He will honor that! Remember, great impact.
have been given the gift, make sure the Giver
is given His rightful place of honor. If you’re
[Richie] Blessings to you my friend.
writing contemporary worship songs make
sure the focus is on the Lord, and this of course
means you have to be in fellowship with Him.
Remember He is a jealous God, so give Him all
the honor and praise. He has blessed you with
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January 2020
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