No doubt, most of us are staring into the mirror of the past trying to figure out how well we performed in our ministry assignments in 2011. Isn’t it great to know that only God is the fair judge? He knows us and our motives better than we even know ourselves. It doesn’t matter how far off course we have strayed nor does it matter how miserably we’ve failed. It doesn’t matter how impossible the task seems to be. Nothing matters except that we keep pressing toward the finish line! Today is a new day. This is a new year. The slate is clean. The leaf has been turned over! It’s a New Season. It’s a New Day. THE RACE IS ON! If God has placed a dream in your heart, never give up! Continue reading →
It’s been another awesome month at SGNScoops Magazine!! If anyone is around me for 5 minutes, they will know Gospel Music is a major love in my life! I believe in the power of gospel music with my whole heart and soul! I’ve been the one singing on the stage while people flood the altars. I’ve also been in the audience observing people around me with tears streaming and hands lifted. Many times, I’m the one in the audience with tears streaming and silently praying to make things right and better with my biggest love of my life- and that’s the Lord Jesus. Gospel Music is powerful- I love it, and it’s my calling!
It was fun to talk with Karen Peck about her involement with the movie Joyful Noise. If you read my editorial in the magazine- you’ll see Karen has met her match in the “blonde-department!” I had an ordeal getting to the premier- and I guess you could say.. “an episode!” hahaha.. But- I just think it is absolutley amazing to hear the story of how Karen was hand-picked- she didn’t pursue this- the opportunity knocked on her door! Karen walked through and now has brightened up Hollywood with her big smile reflecting the BIG Jesus living in her heart! Karen exposed Hollywood to Southern Gospel Music and we are so proud!!! Ya know- it’s ALL ABOUT PLANTING SEEDS and being willing to plant where God sends ya! Make sure you get the Joyful Noise Soundtrack too- it’s over the top!
It was cool to talk to my friend, Brenda Denney of Second Generation too! I wish you could have heard the way she said, “FAVOR!” It was so cute- sing-songie! But wow.. Our Brenda was a contestant on The Price Is Right and won the showcase! She told everyone what she does and gave God all the glory. My interview with her is in the magazine! Check it out! Also keep in mind that Brenda & 2nd Generation will be releasing a new album this spring! Be watching.. Hmmm.. I bet she mails a copy to Drew Carey and she better mail one to me! hahaha.. It will be great- and I’m looking forward to it!
From the News Desk perspective- I think it’s really cool to see God use our own SG Stars to shine right smack dab in the middle of the world! Did you get the news about Jason Crabb lighting up twitter with a country interview… A whopping 1.4 million people was reached! So- yeah, SG is invading the world- but the sweet thing is- It doesn’t seem to be affecting who they are.
I got tickled at Karen Peck’s twitter update a few days after the Hollywood premier. She said something like- A few days ago I was walking the red carpet, today I’m walking in the rain at the grocery store parking lot! I also got a chance to see Karen in concert last week, and I can tell you- she hasn’t traded her calling for Hollywood! She loves the Lord with all her heart, she shares the gospel with boldness and she’s still out at the table praying with people and hugging necks! Including my little neck!
Same with Jason Crabb- and all the Crabb Family. It was cool to see them a few weeks ago doing the same. It doesn’t matter how successful they are- they are still as sweet as ever. I got a chance to talk to Jason about their new album- which is in the magazine. Also, Jason gave my Ally a guitar pick for her Jason Crabb Guitar Pick Collection! And what a sweet-heart Kelly Bowling is! I had run into her and Mike at the Joyful Noise Premier and shared with them my “ordeal” at the state capitol building! When I saw Kelly, at the concert a couple weeks later, the first thing she said was- “Did you make it home that night? I went to bed thinking about that and worried about you!” I have found everyone with Crabb attached to their name to be precious! The Crabb Family released their new album this week- and it’s GREAT! Check out my concert review in the magazine.
Although I love what I’m doing- there are MANY times I KNOW I’m way out of my comfort zone! I’m so thankful for our publisher and my friend- Rob Patz! Rob has mentored me carefully for the last 8 months. He has taught me so much and has patiently put up with me! He’s pushing me to do things I’ve never done- I think that means he believes in me! lol… Rob has been pushing me to do video interviews for a while. NO-WAY has been my reply! At NQC last year, I ran away and HID- wouldn’t have anything to do with those kind of interviews…
BUT.. this past week I spotted Ben Isaacs (multi GRAMMY nominated and highly decorated award winner- I’ll add!) before the concert and approached him to say hi. On a WHIM, I asked if he would mind updating our readers about how their new album is coming along! So- this was my first time to do that and I still can’t bring myself to watch it yet! lol… I know I know- No Gum and look at the camera! I will do better next time! ha ha… Afterall- I have Lorraine Walker and Rob to teach me! I’m scared to watch it because I’m afraid you’ll hear my heart pounding louder than Ben’s words… or maybe my sweat was dripping off my palms and down my face. And- I just can’t stand to see myself nervsously patting Ben on the arm! I remember doing that and the thought crossed my mind- “Stop petting him, Rhonda- he told you he was a teddy bear, NOT a puppy!” Oh sometimes I should not speak my thoughts outloud! hahahahahah
Thank you to my sweet friend, Shauna for tagging along with me, getting pictures and video at the Isaacs concert. What a friend- she didn’t even make fun of me when I floated back to my seat literally sweating from being so nervous! As I wiped sweat from my for-head and caught my breath- I said, “You’ve just seen me go out of my comfort zone!”
Yes- I’m completely out of my comfort zone, but I love it! This is my promised land- I’m claiming it. God has given me this opportunity and I’m going to keep working at getting better! Make sure you check out our website for the latest in SG and Christian Country News. From the website you can download our FREE magazine AND participate in Diamond Awards Voting. I just can’t say enough about our staff at SGNScoops! They are truly like family- I love them and they love me! http://www.sgnscoops.com/. I’m totally JAZZED about the March issue!!!! STAY TUNED!
I had such a ball working on the January Issue this month. I have to say, my interview with Ernie is probably my most favorite interviews of all time. (HA- but please know I say that everytime I interview someone! ha!) I’ve said- “I can never part with that conversation on my recorder,” but the truth is- I had to buy a second recorder because I can’t part with any of my interviews! Who could part with Jason Crabb or Ben Isaacs singing to you one on one??? lol..Or.. Claude Hopper saying.. ” If I can ever do anything to help you in your ministry, just give me a call!” LOL….I’m working out a solution! Continue reading →
Worship isn’t just what happens just on Sunday mornings. N0- it’s a Monday- Sunday lifestyle. From time to time I forget that truth and God has to bring me back to where I need to be. Last week, the Lord had to do just that- again! I am the Worship Pastor at our church working “part-time.” In addition to church ministry, I have several other ministries going, plus a family. Needless to say, life gets very busy. Continue reading →
No doubt, most of us are staring into the mirror of the past trying to figure out how well we performed in our ministry assignments in 2011. Isn’t it great to know that only God is the fair judge? He knows us and our motives better than we even know ourselves. It doesn’t matter how far off course we have strayed nor does it matter how miserably we’ve failed. It doesn’t matter how impossible the task seems to be. Nothing matters except that we keep pressing toward the finish line! Today is a new day. This is a new year. The slate is clean. The leaf has been turned over! It’s a New Season. It’s a New Day. THE RACE IS ON! If God has placed a dream in your heart, never give up! Continue reading 
She told everyone what she does and gave God all the glory. My interview with her is in the magazine! Check it out! Also keep in mind that Brenda & 2nd Generation will be releasing a new album this spring! Be watching.. Hmmm.. I bet she mails a copy to Drew Carey and she better mail one to me! hahaha.. It will be great- and I’m looking forward to it!
I had such a ball working on the January Issue this month. I have to say, my interview with Ernie is probably my most favorite interviews of all time. (HA- but please know I say that everytime I interview someone! ha!) I’ve said- “I can never part with that conversation on my recorder,” but the truth is- I had to buy a second recorder because I can’t part with any of my interviews! Who could part with Jason Crabb or Ben Isaacs singing to you one on one??? lol..Or.. Claude Hopper saying.. ” If I can ever do anything to help you in your ministry, just give me a call!” LOL….I’m working out a solution! 