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Remembering All ThoseWho Have Served.

FREEDOM IS NOT FREE!

May, 2015Christian Servant Outreach Ministry, Inc.

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America's Leading Online Country Gospel Music News Magazine

This month featuring…

Jan Harbuck

John Randolph

Gena Roberts Hamilton

Tommy Brandt

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"I Just Miss You" by Tim Livingston was filmed on location at the historic Dayton Memorial Hall. This heartfelt song waswritten by Tim Livingston. For more than 25 years Tim's Dad & Mom promoted Gospel Concerts (Norm's Gospel Sing)that helped shape & make Southern Gospel Music history.

For more info about this latest CD go to www.TimLivingstonMusic.com or www.facebook.com/TimLivingstonMusic.Music Video Produced by Big Merlin Productions. Album produced by Les Butler.

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I Just Miss YouMay, 2015

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Let us resolve not to let their sacrifice be in vain, but rise up in their stead and continue the fight forLiberty and Justice for all…for our FREEDOM, remembering all those who have served.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

And I’m proud to be an American, where at least I know I’m free, and I won’t forgetthe men who died, who gave that right to me and I’ll proudly stand next to him todefend her still today, ‘cuz there ain’t no doubt I love this land, God bless the USA.

-Lee Greenwood

Page 1 - Our Cover Page 20 - Women of Country Gospel Music: Nikki Headley by Angela Rowe

Page 2 - # 1 Country For The Good Life Song Page 22 - Choose Now. What Are You Waiting For? by John Randolph

Page 3 - Table of Contents Page 24 - What Is A Music Producer and Why You Need One? by Chip Bricker

Page 4 - Second Chance by Marty Smith Page 26 - “Palomino” by Brad WilsonPage 5 - The Right Stuff by Jimmy R. Price

Page 27 - Movers and Shakers of the County Gospel Industry by Tommy Smith

Page 6 - The WOW Factor by Gayla Earlene Page 28 - HLE Radio C4 Revival by Hunter LoganPage 8 - The Right Relationship by Randy Gunn

Page 30 - A Mouse With A Microphone by Dr. Doug DeRaumus

Page 10 - Jan Harbuck by Tommy Smith

Page 31 - Gospel News From New York and Canada by Bob Terry

Page 11 - A True Man of God, John Randolph by Tommy SmithPage 13 - The Seed Planter, Gena Roberts Hamilton by Tommy SmithPage 14 - Country Gospel Christian County Radio GuidePage 15 - The Anointed Ministry of Tommy Brandt and Family by Tommy SmithPage 17 - Country For The Good Life Top 100

Thank a Soldier todayfor risking his all for you!

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Second Chanceby Marty Smith

Marty Smith is the morning 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:marty@heavenscountry.com

He was a pretty popular D.J. A lot of people knew him, he was anice guy. However, he had a reputation as being arrogant. He wasconvinced he knew it all. He was convinced that God couldn’t doanything without his help let alone radio. He believed he was betterthan everybody else and his “empire” was built exactly the way hewanted it. After awhile, though, it wasn’t enough. He needed more.He needed more praise from people, more people to tell him howwonderful he was, more people to call him and brag on him.

When that wasn’t enough, he tried other things to make himself look good thinking that that wouldmake things better for him. He didn’t realize that this wasn’t the answer but he was secretly hoping thatit would satisfy his need for popularity and to fill an empty, gaping hole. Nothing worked. And thenone day, the Lord took it all away and he was alone………..all alone. In his arrogance, he was convincedthat God couldn’t do it without him. And just like that, God showed him He could do it without his helpand it was taken away from him. His popularity was gone, his friends, his radio career, everything wasgone. Even the friends he thought he once had, turned out to be acquaintences, just like he was to them.The friends he thought he could turn to were nowhere to be found. “It’s just as well”, some would say.“He brought it on himself”.

He became angry and bitter. He ran away from God, thinking that it was all God’s fault, never realizingthat he was to blame. And then one summer day in 2004, after fighting with the anger and bitternessfor so long, he cried out to God, pouring out his heart and telling God how angry he was. The Lordlistened, then said something that the man would never forget. God said, “You’re angry because youthink everyone left you”. The man said, “Yes, I am! Everyone left me! All of my friends, everyone!”GOD said, “I never left you”. That moment changed my life.

As I look back on this time in my life, the one thing that sticks in my mind more than anything else isthis, there is no better place to be than broken before God. That’s the time when you are willing tochange. That’s the time when He can mold you and shape you to be what He wants you to be.

I’ve been given a second chance. Another chance to share the Gospel with the music I love so much!Another chance to tell someone what God has done for me when I didn’t deserve it. The Chuck Day songsays it all, “…You’ve just discovered the God of a second chance”. Each one of us has been given achance. Some of us have experienced a second chance. Not because we deserve it, but because Godloves us enough to give us a second chance. The ministries that we’ve been given are not about us, it’sabout Him. Something to think about.

And they who for their country die shall fill an honored grave,for glory lights the soldier's tomb, and beauty weeps the brave.

~Joseph Drake

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The Right Stuffby Jimmy R. Price

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Several years ago a popular movie was made called “TheRight Stuff.” It was about astronauts who went throughintense training and sacrifices so that they would beprepared to blast off into space. To do this woulddefinitely require that they have “the right stuff.”

The Bible gives us a wonderful example in Acts chapter 16 of two men who I believe also had “the rightstuff.” Their names were Paul and Silas.

One way they showed “the right stuff” is that they were in “the right place.” This would seem odd tosome people because they were actually in prison. The reason they were there however, is because theywere sharing the gospel and doing God’s will. In fact, they cast out a “spirit of divination” from a younglady who was a soothsayer, by commanding “in the name of Jesus Christ, come out of her” (vs. 16-18).They were beaten and thrown in jail. They were right where God wanted them.

Another reason they had “the right stuff” is because they had “the right posture.” They were down ontheir knees praying (vs. 25). Not praying for God to get them out of there, but for God to use them forHis glory while in there.

Paul and Silas also exemplified having “the right stuff” by having “the right attitude!” It was midnightin a dark jail cell, yet the Bible tells us that they “sang praises unto God” (vs. 25). Most people wouldprobably be singing, “Gloom, despair and agony on me” like in the song on Hee Haw. No matter what,Paul always thanked God in every situation.

Finally, they had “the right stuff” because they had “the right message.” When God sent an earthquaketo open the cell doors, the prison guard drew his sword to take his own life. Paul cried out to him, “dothyself no harm” (vs. 26-28). Then the guard asked, “Sirs, what must I do to be saved?” Paul and Silassaid, “believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved” (vs. 30-31). That is the Gospel message!

Because they had “the right stuff,” the prison keeper and his whole family were saved and baptized! (vs.33) Do you and I have “the right stuff?” Are we in “the right place?” (the center of God’s will) Do we have “the right posture?” (down on our knees) Do we show “the right attitude?” (praising God always) Do we share “the right message?” (believe on the Lord Jesus Christ) “The right stuff” comes from a “right relationship” with Christ! Let’s get right!

People will get saved!

The story of America's quest for freedom is inscribed on her historyin the blood of her patriots.

~Randy Vader

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The WOW factor!!

Be prepared to be WOWED.... ever heard that?? Musicaward shows, music concerts, fashion shows, sportingevents, ballets, just to name a few, are somethingpeople will sometimes pay big money for and wait ingreat anticipation for because hey, they all have onething in common, WOW!! In so many cases, the Wowfactor has more to offer than the actual talents of thepeople performing. Flashing lights, giant puffs ofsmoke, jumping flames, shiny dancers, and peoplerunning back and forth across the stage, WOW,WOW, WOW!!

Let me ask this, how long does that WOW stay with you and does it fill your heart daily with Love andLife and give you everlasting Peace?

I know a man who was born of a virgin, WOW, who died an unimaginable death on a cross for ME so Icould have eternal life in heaven, Double WOW, who was raised from the dead in three days, TripleWOW, ascended to heaven leaving the Holy Spirit behind to live in my heart and comfort me throughall kinds of things and get this ... get ready ... anticipate ... HE'S COMING BACK AGAIN,WOWOWOWOWOW!!!! His name is Jesus, do you know him? It costs you nothing to ask Him intoyour heart and you will never lose the WOW Factor with Jesus.

He WOWS me everyday I live and breathe. His love is amazing, His peace and joy is simply indescrib-able, until you have it, and then you know. Have you been truly WOWED?

·   Accept Jesus Christ into your heart today.·   Believe that He is the living Son of God.·   Confess your sin and receive His forgiveness and promise of Life everlasting.

If you do this, prepare to be WOWED!!!!

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GOSPELJUKEBOX

VOLUME 34

Dan Duncan CEO of the Christian label Gospel Jukebox is excited about their newradio releases on Gospel Jukebox Volume 34. It is loaded with some of the bestartists in the Christian Music field. Dan and his wife Marilyn work hard to introducethose who do not know Christ, by offering the message of Christ through all forms ofChristian music media. They are the owners of a 24/7 Christian Television station inWest Plains, Mo. Dan is president of the oldest convention and award show inAmerica, the International Country Gospel Music Association.

Dan is also full time pastor of a church in West Plains. I have met many of the churchcongregation members, and they let it be known, that they love their pastor and hiswife Marilyn. When you work hard for others and you do it with the highest integritypossible, your ministry will produce good fruit and God will be honored. After all,what father is not made proud by his children’s good work? Music directors forChristian radio please give this compilation a listen. Let the Holy Spirit lead you toplay those songs on the compilation that will bless your audience. Check out thislineup of blessed and talented artists.

1. THE PROMISELAND – JAMES PAYNE, 2. LOVE HELD MY SAVIOR TO A TREE – DEL WAY3. TAKE THIS BIBLE – DAN DUNCAN, 4. TROPHY OF GRACE – MIKE MANUEL, 5. THAT'S HIM – PAUL WINCHESTER

6. BIG BLACK HEART – KEN ANDERSON, 7. RAISE UP YOUR HANDS – KELLY SUTHERLAND8. GOVERNOR OF MERCY – TERRY & TERESA BAKER, 9. SILENT PARTNER – CARL TRANTHAM

10. THE TRUTH IS – JOHNNY ROWLETT, 11. ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THIS – WESTON & CHRISTY HINSON12. I CAN FEEL HIS HAND IN MINE – CAROLYN DeMENT, 13. WHEN I PRAY – JIMMY JACK WHITAKER

14. SECRET PLACE – JO FOX, 15. GOD BLESS THE SOLDIERS – LORETTA HUMMEL16. THANKS TO CALVARY – BUBBA SWEETIN

You can contact Dan Duncan at: revdanduncan@hotmail.com

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GunnPointThe Right Relationship!

Written by Randy Gunn

Many people have a fear of horses.  For some,their perception and limited understanding ofthe animal keeps them in fear of it.  The size or“bigness” of a horse causes intimidation.  Forothers, there was a bad experience with a horse,maybe the horse reared up and they fell off, or ahorse ran off with them.

Like anything in life, I have found that most of the fear in people about horses is either unfounded orbecause they had the wrong relationship with the wrong horse from the start.  Basically they did not getthe right horse from the beginning, even though they honestly searched and were genuine seekers forone.

I know so many people who have a horse whose personality, ability, spirit and stage of training is waybeyond their experience.  I have often heard phrases like; “I wonder what he is going to do today”, or “Iwonder what horse is going to show up this morning.”  Many times, because of pride, I have seen folksinsist on keeping the horse and “seeing it to the end” even if it “kills” them…often times I have seen thatalmost happen.  For some reason, even though they don’t trust the horse and know the relationship isnot working, they continue to try and make it work; otherwise they would have to admit to themselvesthat they are not the horse people they would like to think they are, and would like others to think theyare.  You know the whole “Definition of Insanity thing...doing the same thing over and over andexpecting different results.”  So many come to the conclusion that this is the way it is with all horses andnone can be trusted.

Over the years I have been blessed to be able to help many overcome their fears just by introducingthem to the “Right” horse.  The logic is simple, start from the beginning.  The non-horse people, whowould like to become horse people and have little experience with a horse need a horse that will teachthem how to ride.  They need a horse that will be patient, long-suffering and gentle with them.  A horsethat will walk them along and help build their faith in horses, a horse that will be still and calm whenthey mount, when mounted, and when riding.  Beginners need a horse with no agenda of its own, andit should prove itself trustworthy and help the rider become the best rider he or she can be.

I have seen these same traits with people and God.  Their perception and limited understanding of JesusChrist keeps them from Him.  Some may even have tried “Religion” and have had a bad experience withan organization or maybe even someone they trusted who let them down.  Others think the “Size” ofGod and His mighty power can be intimidating.  But, like the horse, many people’s fear of God isunfounded because they had the wrong relationship with the wrong god.  They looked at a person or anorganization or something else like, nature or a philosophy and confused these things with God.  So,when those things don’t work out for them they conclude that “Religion” doesn’t work and God(whoever or whatever they perceive Him to be) can’t be trusted.  Basically they did not get Jesus fromthe start, even though they were sincere seekers.

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Some folks try to complicate God.  They read books about theology.  They get involved with religiousthings and conversations and philosophies and try to exercise their faith in ways that are way beyondtheir experience.  I have often heard such phrases as; “I wonder if God hears my prayers.”  Often,because of pride, many don’t want to start at the beginning; because they would have to admit they aresinners and then they would have to ask Christ to forgive them.  Admitting such things would causethem to see themselves for what they are and recognize their need to invite Him to live inside them andthereby, allow Him to live His life through them.  All too often people continue to live their life the waythey think is right and continue in heartbreak and problems with no end in sight.  They will keep tryingto get it right by doing it their way even if it kills them…and it will; “For the wages of sin is death.” Ro.6:23.

As I have been blessed to introduce beginners to horses, I have been amply blessed to introduce manyto Jesus.  The way to God the Father, is through Jesus Christ, His Son; “For there is only one God andone Mediator who can reconcile God and people. He is the man Christ Jesus” 1 Tim 2:5.  In fact, JesusHimself told us; “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me”John 14:6. God is not a pastor of a church, He is not an organization.  You will not find Him throughbooks of theology or philosophy.  You can only find Him through Jesus Christ.  The logic here is just assimple, take those who really want to know God and introduce them to the One who will teach themhow to ride through life.  Give them The One who will be patient, long-suffering, gracious, merciful,gentle and understanding.  A person who will guide them along the journey of life and help build theirfaith in God the Father.  One who will be still and calm always pointing the way as they go through life.Someone whose only agenda is their best interest and will prove Himself trustworthy and help them bethe best they can be.

When it comes to horses, there are so many people who don’t want to start with a slower more docilehorse. They like the idea of running fast and free.  However, the faster the horse gets the more fear itproduces and too many times so many get hurt because they can’t handle the pace.  It is the same waywith God.  So many don’t want to give their lives to the Great Teacher and learn.  They like life fast andfree.  But the faster life gets the more fear it produces in the heart and all too often the injuries are toomuch to bear because they couldn’t handle the pace.

Turn to Jesus.  He will teach you all the basics to ride through this journey of life.  He is real and Hestands wanting to teach you how to have life and have it more abundantly.  Turn to His Word He leftfor all of us, the Bible.  It has all the instructions to help you know how to do it correctly from the start.Save yourself fear and heartache and injury.  Start with the right relationship.  No matter what yourexperience in the past, start with the “Right” and only God and He and you will be running through lifestraight and free before you know it.

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Psalm 30:12To the end that my glory may sing praise to thee, and not be silent.

O Lord my God, I will give thanks unto thee forever.

These few words of scripture were written thousands of years ago by King David. They are kept alive and well in the heart of Christian singer, songwriter and musician

Jan Harbuckby Tommy Smith

I met Jan a few years back at one of the annual Agape Fest conventions held in Texas. She was therenot only to perform for all of us but also as a representative for the International Cowboy ChurchAlliance Network. Jan is a founding member of the organization. When it was Jan’s time to get up andsing I immediately felt the love and compassion she had for Christ as she delivered her song sobeautifully. Her well-trained voice and stage presence were positive, sure in Christ. It was obvious thatshe had been a minister of music for a long time. As I searched for information on Jan, before writingthis story, I found that she had studied piano since the age of six. By the age of twelve she was playingboth piano and organ for the church she and her family attended. She attended Stamps School of Musicand Jeffress School of Music and was mentored by some of the legends of Gospel music. In her teens,she formed a trio with her sister Lisa and girlfriend Debbie. They called themselves “TheChristianaires”. Soon they found themselves ministering all over Northeast Texas and North Louisiana.Performing on radio and television shows many times with The Happy Goodmans, The BlackwoodBrothers, The Cathedrals, Dottie Rambo and many others. God soon gave Jan a Godly husband, Dr.Henry Harbuck. Together they serve Christ with a strong drive in their spirit to help others. Theybecame overseers of the worldwide Association of Evangelical Gospel Assemblies formed in 1976. Theyhave traveled the world as missionaries, evangelizing and bringing Christian Education to those thatwould have never had a chance to know Christ if not for the dedication and hard work of the Harbucks.

Jan holds Doctorates in Church Music and OfficeAdministration, as well as Church Tax & Law. She is a veryaccomplished musician, songwriter, and outstandingChristian vocalist. Most of all she is a proud mother andgrandmother. She has one son Jeremy, one daughter Tanya,and two awesome grandchildren, Jimmy and Cassey and let’sdon’t forget the spoiled ones, their two dogs, Mindy and Mia.Jan and Henry make their home in Monroe, La.

When you get a chance Google Jan on the web. You will findher CD’s there and great testimonies of how God has blessedher and the whole family.To contact Jan by phone: (318) 801-0204 or Email her atJanHarbuck@live.com or visit her website at:

www.janharbuckmusic.com

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A True Man of God,John Randolph

by Tommy Smith

The first ten years of John’s life were spent growing up inKingsville, Texas. Kingsville is the home of one of the largestcattle ranches in the America’s, The King Ranch. Then John’sfamily moved to Ricardo, Texas which is about fifteen milessouth of Kingsville. Both towns are next to the Texas Gulf Coast.The town of Ricardo consisted of a cotton gin, grain elevator, aBaptist Church, Catholic Church, School through the eightgrades and the equivalent of a Stop & Go store. A town just rightto keep a boy out of trouble and yet give him the desire toconquer and see more of the world when he grows up.

John had a love for music. He recalls that his dad was the musical influence in his life and mom wasthe Godly influence. He said his dad didn’t go to church as they were growing up, but mom made surewe were there every time the doors opened. She would spend every night on her knee’s praying for mybrother, my sister, my dad, and me. John excelled at the game of baseball and played all through highschool. John was offered a scholarship to play baseball and major in music for Howard Payne Univer-sity in Brownwood, Texas. John had other plans and turned the scholarship down. He did graduatefrom college and majored in journalism. He then worked as a sportswriter in Brownsville and playedsemi-pro baseball in Mexico. Brownsville is on the border of Mexico. He soon realized that writing andbaseball were not going to pay his bills for very long.

He and Cindy met and dated for three years. During that period of time, John moved to Houston andtook a job in the corporate world. They transferred him to Dallas in 1995 and in December of 1996 hemarried Cindy. Within a year their first daughter Lacie was born. Then came Alyse, their seconddaughter. Cindy became a stay at home mom and home schooled both of the kids. John and Cindy bothwanted the girls to grow up with strong Christian ethics and felt like peer pressure in a public schoolcould hinder the process.

In 2005 the family along with Noah and Titan, their two dogs, moved to East Texas. They felt like Godhad led them to move their family to the Bible Belt. Here they would dedicate and spend their lifeserving him faithfully. Johns mothers prayers sure did pay-off. Earlier we talked about John’s love ofmusic coming from his father. He was an accomplished singer, songwriter and great guitar player. Heplayed with both Ray Price and Hank Thompson. He taught John how to play guitar. Christ gave Johna beautiful singing voice. The Bible tells us that Christ knows us in our mothers womb and for all of ushe has great plans, all we have to do is let Him lead, believe, and walk in His will. If we do that, He willfill our life with purpose and contentment. John and Cindy did just that. They joined a church in EastTexas and dedicated time, energy, and finances helping the church do Gods work. John took the talenthis father here on earth and his Father in heaven gave him and applied it to the church music ministry.Cindy helped with Sunday school classes and used the gift Christ had given her to teach, with love.

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I met John about five years ago. I heard him sing at a Christian music competition. It was obvious thatChrist had been preparing John to take his talent and share it with the world. John and I becamefriends and we worked together on his first Christian Country album. We released his first single toradio “Call Me Old Fashioned” on our label, Canyon Creek Records. He immediately received strongpositive reviews and tremendous national airplay. The song stayed on the charts for months. Hissecond release “Take This Country Back” was released in April of 2014 and it is still out there blessingand at the top of many of the charts in May 2015. That is a God thing.

I ask you, how many Christians do you know that have removed the television from their home not onlybecause so much of the programming is anti Christ but because he and his family are willing to cut backon the cable cost as well as many other costly luxuries so that all extra funds can be used to help advancethe ministry. Now that is dedication! If you have not heard Johns music, please take the time to visithis website. Better yet, ask your pastor to invite him to sing at your church. Johns website is:www.jrministries.com or www.johnrandolphmusic.com. His email address is: jrsing4him@gmail.com.

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We work with singers, songwriters and instrumentalists. Our purpose is to take forty years of recording industry experienceand put that knowledge into action to produce a project for the artists. The final result being a project the artists will be proudof and one that will be a true blessing to all that hear it.

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The SeedPlanter

Gena Roberts Hamiltonby Tommy Smith

Medical science tells us that our bodies are made up of thousands of genes. A gene is the molecular unitof heredity of a living organism. You hear it said over and over again that we all inherit the genes of ourmothers and fathers. No truer statement could be said about Gena Hamilton. Her father, the late Rev.Dr. J. L. Patillo was a well known preacher in the Ark-La-Tex area.

Dr. Patillo not only pastored a church there but also had a well received weekly radio show. He wouldpreach, then always feature some good ‘ole Gospel singing with the help of the entire family. Genarecalls how young they all were. Mom, Betty Patillo, sang beautifully, Gena’s brother Jack played thesteel guitar, brother Jimmy on bass guitar, brother Gene on lead and rhythm guitar, brother DavidPatillo was lead singer, songwriter, and then Gena was also a featured vocalist of the family. The radioshow was taped in advance and her dad would have her sing on the show at the early age of three. Allthe family attended church, and all used their talents for the Lord. Gena said “I’ve sang in church somuch of my life, I know and can sing just about every hymn and praise song written.”

Gina’s vocal talent is anointed and when you are around her you realize that music is her life. She is atrue soul singer. No matter what she sings it comes from deep within her spirit. LOOK OUT!! She’sgonna grab your heart and you will become a Gena Roberts Hamilton music fan. Gena’s husband JoeHamilton has been a musician for years, working with some of the great Country bands from Texas toTennessee. You don’t have to be around him very long to know that one of Gena’s biggest fans is Joe.He manages her career and makes sure she has a top notch band behind her at all times. They both lovethe Lord and work hard to bring the good news message through their music that Jesus loves us all.

Gena loves to sing clean lyric Country Music and I think she is one of the best female Country Gospelsingers we have in music ministry today. Gena, like her brother David Patillo, will tell you they werebrought up to go and reach the lost, not just to minister to the already saved. They make no apology forsinging a good mix of Country and Country Gospel music at fairs, opry’s and rodeo’s.

I once heard a preacher say, “If you would walk out into the church parking lot and look inside each carto see where the radio dial was set, you’d find the largest number of them set on secular radio stations.”

Jesus went where the sinners’ were. He also sent His disciples out to do the same. He taught us thatnone is without sin, but all deserve His grace. How can you get that message of hope out there if we whoare called, separate ourselves from the lost. Christ came to give us life abundantly. The Bible tells usthat Christ went to most of the celebrated events of his time. It was at a wedding celebration that heperformed His first miracle.

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Gena’s new Country Gospel CD “Trophies Of His Grace” has a greatdown to earth traditional Country sound. It’s filled with songs thatwill make you want to stomp your feet and clap your hands. Thenshe’ll melt your heart and bring tears to your eyes as she sings abeautiful anointed ballad. Just like Gena, the album is truly a seedplanter, which is the purpose of the Gospel Music Ministry, we plantthe seed, and Christ takes care of the rest.

You can contact Gena and see the many awards she has received bygoing to her website: www.genahamilton.com or you can call her at(903) 826-4184.

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MEMORIAL DAYby C. W. Johnson

We walked among the crossesWhere our fallen soldiers lay.And listened to the bugleAs TAPS began to play.

The Chaplin led a prayerWe stood with heads bowed low.And I thought of fallen comradesI had known so long ago.

They came from every cityAcross this fertile land.That we might live in freedom.They lie here 'neath the sand.

I felt a little guiltyMy sacrifice was small.I only lost a little timeBut these men lost their all.

Now the services are overFor this Memorial Day.To the names upon these crossesI just want to say,

Thanks for what you've givenNo one could ask for more.May you rest with God in heavenFrom now through evermore.

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TOMMY BRANDT and FamilyI have been in the music industry for over fifty years. The one thing I have learned from these years of experienceis that success in the music field has many common denominators. A strong drive to succeed, working hardeveryday to be the best that you can be at your craft, always being able to change and accept change, believing inyourself when others don’t, willing to take advice knowing that you can learn from the success or the mistakes othershave made, never giving up. Most important know your limitations, all of us have them. God gives special gifts toeach and everyone of us. For some it may be many gifts, for others just a few. When we reject our own and try todo what others were called to do, that is the same as telling God he doesn’t know what he’s doing. Those that do thatwill fall flat on their face every time. The young man you are about to read about has practiced all of thefundamental foundations mentioned above and so many more. He measures success not by the fame or wealth hemay or may not receive, but by how much he is able to give. Tommy Brandt prays daily that Christ will meet hisfamily’s needs so that they can continue to give the greatest gift all. “JESUS”~Tommy Smith

Tommy Brandt Livingston was born the son of a carpenter, who owned and operated a bar in the smalltown of Lebanon, IN. He found his passion for country music listening to the jukebox. He jokes, “Thatwas our full time babysitter”. Tommy recalls his favorite song at 5 years old was Charlie Rich’s classic“When We Get Behind Closed Doors”.

Later the family sold the bar and moved to Florida. His Daddy still frequented the local watering holesand at twelve years old Tommy was nearly six feet tall and could walk into most bars with no questionsasked along with his Dad. Through his teenage years the music he listened to took a turn to outlawcountry. Influences like Waylon Jennings, Merle Haggard and Hank Williams Jr. kept this rough androwdy teenager living on the edge most of the time.

At the age of sixteen Tommy moved out on his own, lived and worked on a large cattle ranch where helearned the cowboy way of life. During this time he also joined a local country band as their sound andlighting engineer. Tommy’s passion for music continued to grow stronger as he began writing songs forthe band and learning to play the guitar. The band continued to grow in notoriety and became a populardraw for the locals wherever they played. Little did he know how these experiences would play a role inhis future career and life.

The lead singer of the band decided to move to Nashville to pursue his own music career. The band wasin a fix now and one evening at practice, Tommy offered to fill in until they could find someone. Tooeveryone’s surprise including the young 25 yr old Tommy, he was pretty good. He had already learnedthe lyrics to all the songs from traveling with them for years and so he became the new lead singer. Hismusical influences soon began to show as he entertained the crowds with high energy and runningthrough the audiences. The band sky rocketed into one of Florida’s best known country bands knownas “New South”. His down home humor and pure country voice melted the hearts of the listeners andsoon found its place on country radio. The self penned song “Why, Why, Why” put the band on thecharts and opened the doors for larger opportunities.

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Just about the time the band was about to peak Tommy met his futurewife Michelle. This beautiful preacher’s daughter rocked his world andbegan teaching him a Godly way of life. For the first time in Tommy’slife he had some sort of guidance and surprisingly liked it. They begangoing to church together, having bible study and he began to pull awayfrom the bar and club scene. Tommy eventually left the band becausehe didn’t want to hold them back from pursuing other bookings andopportunities in the clubs, and began pursuing a new direction for hisown life.

In 1998, Tommy and Michelle got married and his career as a solo artistbegan. Using the country sounds that he grew up on, he started penninglyrics that would inspire others to live a good life, a life filled with familyvalues and having Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.

His venues changed from bars and clubs to churches, rodeos, fairs and outreach concerts. It was like hefinally put a square peg in a round hole! His rich country voice, honest delivery and smile like noneyou’ve ever seen, communicates well with his audience. This down home country boy with real lifestories, a heart for God and redneck humor has captured the hearts of fans all over the world. After allHe is performing over 200 dates a year.

With all that said don’t think that any of this success has gone to hishead. Tommy is one of the most humble, helpful and ministry drivenartists in the country. He and his wife Michelle have started apromotion company called “Beyond the Music Promotions” that helpsmentor inspiring new artists get started in the music industry.

Following up his “Faith Family & Country” Tour and “NUFF SAID”Tour, you can see him currently on his “Make a Difference” Tour whichincludes several Beyond the Music artists that he refers to as the NextGeneration of Christian singers that will impact the world. The missionof this tour is to give Hope and Inspiration to a world discouraged andin need. Tommy and the other artists desire to make a difference oneheart and one song at a time. As Tommy would say, “It don’t get nobetter than that.”

You can visit and purchase any of Tommy Brandt’s music on the web at: www.tommybrandt.org. Alsovisit Tommy’s YouTube channel at: www.youtube.com/user/tbministries.

Contact Tommy at: Beyond The Music Promotions, P O Box 3835, Sebring, FL, 33871Phone: (321) 239-0349

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# SONG TITLE ARTIST1 I Just Miss You Tim Livingston2 This I Know Sunday Drive3 If She Only Knew Mike Manuel4 No Wound Too Deep Mary James5 Good Hands Now John Steed6 Love Is Making A Comeback Jayne Carter7 Time Cindy Hughlett8 Don’t Tell Me He Can’t (I Know He Can) Terry & Debra Luna9 How Sweet The Name Aven Grace

10 God Is Easy Lovin’ Freddie Hart11 Unclouded Day Tommy Brandt12 Time Will Tell Jimmy Grayson13 Friends In High Places Marla Ratliff14 It’s Gonna Be Alright David House15 God Walks The Dark Hills Myra Rolen16 Jesus Is My Rock Joy Roberts17 Praise Jesus Jimmy R. Price18 First Day In Heaven The Woodalls19 Without The Cross Jon Dameron20 Detour Mike & Doris Merritt21 Let Me Live Gena Roberts Hamilton22 The Church By The Side Of The Road Tommy Horton23 Changed By Your Grace Michael Wayne Smith24 You Are Love Cassidy Taylor25 When My Room Is Ready Jamie Lynn Flanakin26 Even After Jim Sheldon27 How To Love Like Jesus True Heart28 Back Page News Chuck Day29 Everybody’s Going Through Something Karen Peck & New River30 The House Of The Risen Son Kinfolk31 Creed Miles Pike32 All Aboard The Jesus Train Dale Friedrich33 My Father’s House Peter Christie Band34 Lean On The Lord CrossFire Gospel Band35 Jimmy Got Saved Randy Gunn36 God Will Roll The Water Back Walt Mills37 I’m A Rock Kristina Craig Band38 God Loves The Cowboy In Me Ricky Russ39 Good Things Tammy Vice40 Some Things Never Change Terry Collins

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# SONG TITLE ARTIST41 Didn’t I Walk On The Water Kenny Gardner42 Thank God For A Mama Rene Jones & Joanne Cash Yates43 Pray It Away Clinton Gregory44 I Know That Jesus Loves Me Carla Jones45 He Came Down Brian Cagle46 Just Might Be Going Home Psalm 10047 Crazy World Reed Brothers48 God’s Will Kali Rose49 It Starts Down On Your Knees The Waycaster Family50 Sunshine, Rain & Roses Debbie Bennett51 What He’s Done For Me Frankie Wilson52 Safely In The Arms Of Jesus Bruce & Betsy Mullen53 Hang On Megan Woods54 Help Me Remember Steve Shirey55 Remember The Day Brandon Poole56 Crossing Over Pony Express57 Prescripted Addiction The Parish Family with Marty Raybon58 A World To Believe In The Downs Family59 On Eagles Wings Russ Murphy60 Broken Road Lance Stone61 The Kid, Isaac Cole Johnny Jones62 The Storm Is Over The Gregory’s63 Crayola Skies Cindy Lee Alden64 His Blood The Helmsmen65 I Think Myself Happy Jerry Branscomb66 The Wretch Mark Carman67 Don’t Give Up On Me Julie Reese68 Don’t Forget To Pray Wade Hammond69 He’s Still Doing Miracles Today Marty Raybon70 What This World Needs Taylor Hope71 I Will Bless Him Tina Wakefield72 Don’t Be Discouraged Randle Jeter73 When I Got Saved Charles Scarlette74 My Lord Has Gone Joanne & Tommy Cash75 He’s Coming Kevin Rowe & Prodigal Sons76 You’re My Moma Carol Barham77 That’s Where You Brought Me From Jamie Coulter78 You’re The Only Bible Dean Krell79 The Best I Can Family Bible Trio Featuring Eddie Gordon80 Smile Bev McCann

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# SONG TITLE ARTIST81 New Again Jim Sheldon with Rachel Taylor82 There He Is Dennise Ditman83 Love Without Strings Mo Howard84 House Of Good News Mike Leichner85 Southern Style Bucky Thomas86 They Know Me Here Kristi Miller87 I Know He Hear’s Me Steve Richard & Laura Dodd88 Nail Scarred Hands Tamatha Hurst89 The Work Of A Carpenter Greg McDougal90 Sweet By & By Gina & Jimmy White91 The Truth Is Johnny Rowlett92 Loving Arms Terry Davis93 Less Traveled Mike Sanford94 Fly On Kathy Treat95 Let Your Rain Fall Jan Harbuck96 Clean Slate Arkin Terrell97 The Wheel In The Middle Of The Wheel Rusty Gilliam98 WWJD-Good Nough For Me John Penney99 If It Satisfies You Lord Wyatt Nations

100 It’s In Your Hands Lord Glorya Wilson

The Country Gospel song “Nail Scarred Hands” is sure stirring up a lot of attention with Christian radio and itslisteners. This is the first release to radio by new artist Tamatha Hurst on Canyon Creek records Volume 31 andshe is excited and excited she should be. Jessica Huddleston, with our radio promotions, is saying that thecomments we are getting from DJ’s about the song have been overwhelmingly positive. She’s debuting at #88 forMay in Cashbox Magazine. This song blesses the listener with Tamatha’s excellent heartfelt vocal work and itsstrong message of the price Jesus paid for us on the Cross. Thank you DJ’s for taking the time to review the songand adding it to your play list. If your station has not received a copy of Canyon Creek Compilation Volume 31with Tamatha’s song on it, please contact us at: (903) 566-3347 or if you would like to interview Tamatha pleasecall Jessica Huddleston Promotions at: (615) 346-9175. To book Tamatha or order her CD call (406) 546-8622.May God Bless each and every one of you, Tamatha Hurst

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Throughout the year in each issue we will spotlight different women of Country Gospel Music,such as Joy Roberts, Beverly Mosley-Crocker, Melanie Walker, Tammy Bogel, Kristi Miller,Gena Roberts Hamilton, Ava L. Kassich, Mary Fay Jackson, and many, many, more . Storiesof the many blessings, strifes, joys, sorrows, and general ups and downs of female artists inour industry. Being a woman of Christ includes being a wife, mother, business woman, choirleader, nurse to children and husbands alike. A Godly woman has to wear many hats a day,even so, they find time to use their anointed gifts of talent to glorify Christ. These specialladies, God has allowed to touch our hearts, and deliver a message of his love, hope andgrace through Country Gospel Music. Between all of the above mentioned, they find time forbooking Churches, special events, and traveling from one place to the next, keeping a Christlike attitude at all times. To say the least it is all very rewarding, and tasking all at once. Soplease follow along as we take our journey through the lives of some very special women ofChrist.Blessings,Angela Rowe

Women of Country Gospel MusicNikki Headley

by Angela Rowe

The Nikki Headley I have come to know and love is a woman full of divinegrace and an exceptionally talented artist. She and her husband, Chip, travelsinging and spreading God’s word wherever God opens doors.

Something she feels blessed about is being a National Recording Artist withChapel Valley Studios of Sharps Chapel, Tn. She has been recognized inradio as well as television. The songs Nikki writes are often a reflection ofthe people she encounters, divine appointments along the way, trials, tribu-lations, and overflowing blessings. Little does she know, how just speakingto her, you know and feel the love and passions she has for the Lord.

Being recognized and nominated for many achievements and awards, Female Vocalist of the year,Female Song Writer of the year, Trail Blazer/Evangelist of the year, Female Horizon, OutstandingAchievement of the year, 2014 Female Gold Cross, 2013 Female Vocalist and the list just goes on andon. These are all wonderful achievements, but for Nikki it is safe to say, if asked, she would say hergreatest achievement is having her music and ministries change lives and help others find Christ.

Nikki Headley Ministries consist of way more than just having several great hit songs. This ministrystretches far and wide. Nikki and her family share it in many different venues and churches nationwide.Occasionally their two younger children, Lexy and Zane, share their talents of violin and bass guitar aswell.

To hear Chip and Nikki speak of their many travels can be pretty entertaining. If you know anyone inthis industry they will tell you it is sometimes very interesting, the predicaments you find yourself in.The saving grace is you’re never alone. God is in control and things always turn out way different thanyou could ever imagine!

Nikki and Chip have been called to music ministry full time, which is no small task to take on. Whatreally helps Nikki stand out is when I asked about down times and tribulations. She didn’t skip a beatsaying, “ It’s not about us, it’s all about doing the Lord’s work”.

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I have come to realize just how strong her faith is and that nothing is too big or small when doing God’swork. As she says, they are “Spreading God’s Word One Song At A Time”.

Nikki would love to hear from you. If you would like more info, CD’s, booking info, etc., here’s how youmay find her.

www.nikkiheadley.comnikkiheadleymail@yahoo.com

P.O. Box 212Sharps Chapel, TN 37866

(804) 221-2491

In Flanders Fieldsby John McCrae, May 1915

In Flanders fields the poppies blowBetween the crosses, row on row,That mark our place; and in the skyThe larks, still bravely singing, flyScarce heard amid the guns below.

We are the Dead. Short days agoWe lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,Loved and were loved, and now we lieIn Flanders fields.

Take up our quarrel with the foe:To you from failing hands we throwThe torch; be yours to hold it high.If ye break faith with us who dieWe shall not sleep, though poppies growIn Flanders fields.

We Shall Keep the Faithby Moina Michael, November 1918

Oh! you who sleep in Flanders Fields,Sleep sweet - to rise anew!We caught the torch you threwAnd holding high, we keep the FaithWith All who died.

We cherish, too, the poppy redThat grows on fields where valor led;It seems to signal to the skiesThat blood of heroes never dies,But lends a lustre to the redOf the flower that blooms above the deadIn Flanders Fields.

And now the Torch and Poppy RedWe wear in honor of our dead.Fear not that ye have died for naught;We'll teach the lesson that ye wroughtIn Flanders Fields.

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Choose Now. What Are You Waiting For?by John Randolph

"Then the LORD appeared to Solomon at night and saidto him, "I have heard your prayer and have chosen thisplace for Myself as a house of sacrifice. If I shut up theheavens so that there is no rain, or if I command thelocust to devour the land, or if I send pestilence amongMy people, and My people who are called by My namehumble themselves and pray and seek My face and turnfrom their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, willforgive their sin and will heal their land. Now My eyes willbe open and My ears attentive to the prayer offered…

As for you, if you walk before Me as your father Davidwalked, even to do according to all that I havecommanded you, and will keep My statutes and Myordinances, then I will establish your royal throne as Icovenanted with your father David, saying, 'You shall notlack a man to be ruler in Israel.' "- 2 Chronicles

As I sit here and write this, today is a great day in ournation. It's a day where those that proclaim God's namehave the opportunity to fall on our knees, cry out to Him,seek His face and begin to turn our country back into thehands of other Godly men and women in leadership.Today is our National Day of Prayer which was officiallyput in place by President Harry S. Truman in 1952 whenhe signed a bill stating that each subsequent U.S.President should establish a National Day of Prayer at an“appropriate date of his choice.”

The impetus for this was started early in the same year during the heart of the Korean War when theReverend Billy Graham stated, "What a thrilling, glorious thing it would be to see the leaders of ourcountry today kneeling before Almighty God in prayer. What a thrill would sweep this country. Whatrenewed hope and courage would grip the Americans at this hour of peril."

Driven by a desire to answer the call, Percy Priest, a congressman from Tennessee, introduced a jointresolution that was ratified by both houses of congress for an annual National Day of Prayer "on whichthe people of the United States may turn to God in prayer and meditation at churches, in groups, andas individuals." Can you just imagine what our land would look like today if we – THE PEOPLE –returned to His call to humble ourselves, pray, turn from our wicked ways and seek his face? Here’s thegood news, we don’t need to wonder! His word is clear. His promise is there for all to see – He will hearour prayer; He will forgive our sin and heal our land.

As Christians we have stood by way too long and given ground inch by inch by inch until the country welive in today has no resemblance to the Christian nation that was founded over 200 years ago.

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God's word is very clear and it tells us to submit to those in governmental authority, it tells us to prayfor those in leadership, but it also tells us to stand firm and test and judge against God's word and Hiscommands. In my opinion, it is clear to see that we are being led and governed by those that are tellingus to live our lives in direct opposition to God's laws and commands.

As Joshua told the nation of Israel, today is the day that you must choose which god you will serve. AsJoshua said, “as for me and my house we will serve the Lord.” I choose now!

They've taken Christ out of ChristmasAnd God out of schoolsWe laughed and said they're crazyBut we were the fools

We didn't stand upFor what we knew was rightBut time has now comeFor God's people to fight

So choose now this dayWhose side you'll be onThe ones left behindOr the ones taken home

I choose now!www.johnrandolphmusic.com

The gravestones at Arlington National Ceme-tery are decorated by U.S. flags on MemorialDay weekend.

Memorial DayFrom Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Official name: Memorial DayObserved by: United StatesType: NationalObservances: Remembrance of American war deadDate: Last Monday in May

Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States forremembering the people who died while serving in the country'sarmed forces. The holiday, which is observed every year on thelast Monday of May, was formerly known as Decoration Day andoriginated after the American Civil War to commemorate theUnion and Confederate soldiers who died in the war. By the 20thcentury, Memorial Day had been extended to honor all Americanswho died while in the military service. It typically marks the startof the summer vacation season, while Labor Day marks its end.

Many people visit cemeteries and memorials, particularly tohonor those who have died in military service. Many volunteersplace an American flag on each grave in national cemeteries.

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What is a Music Producer andWhy You Need One

by Chip Bricker

As a music marketer and Producer, I am often asked, “ Why do I need aproducer?” “ What does one actually do?”Well, in this article I will give you a brief description of several of the jobs aproducer does and give you the opportunity to make the decision if you needone for your ministries next project.

By definitionA music producer oversees the artistic, financial and technical demands of a recording project. A broad knowledge ofmusical styles is essential for success. Producers also must be able to consistently elicit outstanding vocal and instrumentalperformances from the featured artists. At the major label level, the producer may also work in shaping songs deemed tohave commercial potential. In other words.. The producer keeps the album in line with what the project needs to hit thedesired target market that is being targeted by the artist or record label.

Coordination and Pre-ProductionWhether he's self-employed or works for a record label, the producer is usually expected to coordinate a recording project'slogistics before the recording sessions begin. I usually begin that process by choosing the songs with the featured artist,hiring the musicians and working out arrangements. I am also responsible for developing the album budget, and schedulingthe recording and mixing studios that the artist will use.

Engineering and Sound MixingOnce an album gets under way, it's the producer's job to supervise the recording, overdubbing and mixing sessions -- withinthe budget that the label has outlined. Producers typically gain that experience by starting out as recording engineers orstudio assistants. Sometimes, the producer is more of an artistic arbiter, while the engineer oversees the actual recording.At the independent level, it's more common for producers to handle the engineering and producing roles themselves.

Songwriting CollaborationSometimes, a producer is asked to improve an album's commercial prospects by collaborating with the band's members onsongwriting.

Post-Production MasteringAn album isn't finished until it undergoes post-production mastering, which requires working with an engineer whospecializes in that role. Essentially, mastering engineers ensure that the record has consistent tonal and volume levels, sothat one song doesn't suddenly sound louder than another one. The mastering engineer does his job in a special roomdedicated for that purpose. Some producers handle their own mastering, while others collaborate on the process with afavorite mastering engineer.

ALSOIn most cases the music producer is also a competent arranger, composer, musician or songwriter whocan bring fresh ideas to a project. As well as making any songwriting and arrangement adjustments, theproducer often selects and/or gives suggestions to the mixing engineer, who takes the raw recordedtracks and edits and modifies them with hardware and software tools and creates a stereo and/orsurround sound "mix" of all the individual voices sounds and instruments, which is in turn givenfurther adjustment by a mastering engineer. The producer will also liaise with the recording engineerwho concentrates on the technical aspects of recording, whereas the executive producer keeps an eye

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on the overall project's marketability.

In RealityLots of times a band will go into the studio with the general idea of an album and a notebook full ofsongs. The producer’s job in that situation is to help select the best songs and determine which songsbest support the overall concept and idea of the album.To bring an artist’s vision to life and the songs to their full potential, additional musicians may beneeded. Maybe the chorus of a song would benefit from a horn section…but none of the band membersplay any horn instruments. Or maybe a band member’s part needs to be replaced. It’s the producerthat’s responsible for making these tough decisions, which can ultimately make or break the album andkeep it from appealing, or make it more appealing to the desired target market.The Advice GuyOnce the musicians and songs are selected, the producer then becomes the coach in the studio. Theproducer is now responsible for getting the musicians to come together and create their ideas. Aproducer might help a drummer find his “groove” or help a guitarist find a different approach for hissolo. A producer may also provide spiritual support, giving a vocalist or musician the confidence theyneed to give their best vocal performance.Choose your Producer carefully.Make sure they have like interests to you and your desired target market. Make sure the producer is ofa like belief as you spiritually. I won’t comment further on that, but trust me, it is important..Until next time, God Bless,

Chip Bricker - CEOS.M.A.R.T. Productions/Marketing

903-792-8590

(Chip Bricker has a Bachelors Degree in Marketing from Baylor University and a Masters in Consumer Behavior. Chip has also played for many musicstars and produced or played on more than 20 #1 singles as well as more than 100 charting Singles in various genres of music.)

These heroes are dead. They died for liberty - they died for us.They are at rest. They sleep in the land they made free, underthe flag they rendered stainless, under the solemn pines, the sadhemlocks, the tearful willows, and the embracing vines. Theysleep beneath the shadows of the clouds, careless alike ofsunshine or of storm, each in the windowless Place of Rest. Earthmay run red with other wars - they are at peace. In the midst ofbattle, in the roar of conflict, they found the serenity of death.I have one sentiment for soldiers living and dead: cheers for theliving; tears for the dead. ~Robert G. Ingersoll

On Memorial Day, Monday, May 25 all Americans should observe one minute of silence at exactly 3p.m. on Memorial Day, as Taps plays, to honor those who sacrificed their lives for us.

To listen to TAPS, Click HERE.

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“PALOMINO”by Brad Wilson

So many times over the years of making films I’ve had to pinch myself overthe people I’ve met and the interesting film projects that continue to comemy way. One of those people is the former Welter Weight BoxingChampion of the World… Carlos Palomino.

I met Carlos back in 1985. Over the years I have run into him and on thoseoccasions he could not have been nicer. Since leaving boxing Carlos hasbecome a very accomplished actor appearing in TV series and films. In facthe and I worked together on a film in 1993 called “GERONIMO: AN

AMERICAN LEGEND” starring RobertDuvall, Gene Hackman and Matt Damon. Soit’s always been a great blessing to run intoCarlos.

On one of those “bumping into” occasions notlong ago Carlos told me that he had decidedto develop and do a film about his amazinglife. He said “I’m going to call itPALOMINO.” Well right then and there Itold myself that I MUST be involved with thisfilm! After much hope and prayer thingsworked out and of all the people inHollywood, Carlos decided that my companyHIGHER PURPOPSE ENTERTAINMENTwould be the company to tell his story. I knewCarlos and I knew his story. If you think ofboxing films you don’t necessarily think of a“faith friendly” film. But in this case I knewbetter.

Carlos’s life is a true rags to riches story ofdealing with the abusive hands of his father,legally immigrating to the United States fromMexico and being the first boxer in US historyto hold a college degree while wearing a titlebelt. But with all the success came greattragedy when his younger brother Paul waskilled in a plane crash in 1980 along withthe entire boxing team headed to Poland to

Carlos Palomino with the Championship Belt

compete in the Olympics. Carlos and Paul were very close and Paul was on the road to becoming achampion himself.

Carlos Palomino is a true champion in every sense of the word. He has used his celebrity in the mostpositive way. To date, he has been a speaker to young people at over a thousand schools across thecountry.

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He continues to work with young people setting them on a good path for their life. He trains futurechampions and is a true legend. His story is a true rags to riches story and I can’t wait to get this filminto production. There is no doubt in anyone’s mind, especially Carlos himself, that “PALOMINO” willtouch people on a very positive level around the world just as he has done and continues to do.

As things progress I will update you on the film through my articles. Please keep all of us in yourprayers as we move forward.

Carlos Palomino is a true champ and blessing!

Visit Brad Wilson and Higher Purpose Entertainment at:www.higherpurposeentertainment.com

Movers and Shakers of the Country Gospel Industryby Tommy Smith

It is with great pleasure that I introduce to you Gaylon King, founder of True Country FM.com radio inSan Antonio, Texas. I have known Gaylon since he was a young boy. His dad Jerry and I have beengreat friends for years. Our families would spend weekends together. Anna and I have three sons anda daughter. Gaylon was just like a fourth son to us. Jerry has been a Country DJ for many years. Hehas been at one of the largest Country radio stations in San Antonio, “KKYX” for forty years, not onlyas a DJ but Music Director. Jerry has received the Prestigious DJ of the year Award for a major marketseveral times from the Country Music Association in Nashville, TN. That is one of the highest honorsyou can receive as a radio host. Gaylon has followed in his dad’s footsteps and has one of the best DJvoices out there today. The entire family Jerry, his late wife Carolyn, and Gaylon love Country music,and also good Country Gospel music. They are all born again believers. Gaylon and I have talked oftenabout his strong desire to bring Country music radio back to its true Country roots. That includesplaying a Country Gospel song every half hour. He is very open minded about playing independentCountry and Country Gospel recording artists. He has one requirement, quality production. If youhave never listened to True Country FM.com do yourself a favor and pull it up on the web at:www.truecountryfm.com.If you like real Country music you will love the station. For those of you trying to get your CountryGospel music out to radio I suggest you call Gaylon. You’ll find he is one of the nicest station ownersout there and is always willing to help others. Gaylon@truecountryfm.com or (210)322-1187.

Gaylon KingTrue Country FMwww.truecountryfm.com

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HLE Radio C4 Revivalby Hunter Logan

Every once in a while you have to step backand let God do what he said he would do. Thatis exactly what happened with our C4 Revival.C4 stands for Crankdown Christian CountryConcert but with that many artists togetherover a 3 day period, you end up with a revival.15 artists over 3 days just uplifting the nameof Jesus!! I could tell you the many things thathappened, the fun jam sessions at the radiostation all hours of the day and late at night tothe crawfish boil to the absolute ministeringof the body to the body, but I will let some ofthe folks who attended share about all of that.

C4 was a great time of fellowship and very refreshing. I received several Blessings from meeting somany folks sold out for JESUS and everyone in one accord and one mind. I received such a Blessingfrom helping Hunter and Brian and getting to spend time fellow-shipping and lifting up the name ofJESUS.  To GOD Be the Glory! I look forward to seeing GOD move till we all meet again next year. Iwant to Thank GOD for each of those who allow JESUS to use them for HIS Glory and Honor at C4 andevery single day. May GOD Bless Y'all.In HIS Service,David Ray

C4 was a breath of fresh air for this heart. The road in which you follow Christ is extraordinary andbeautiful, yet not one of ease. As we gathered to minister together to the city of Jennings, Louisiana, wefound Christ had a deep heart intent to also minister to us. Christ has equipped His body, even in thesame gifting of music, with various testimonies and uniqueness meant to reach more people with Hislove and to encourage each other! In this coming together His fullness was more evident to theonlooker…and to us. The heart of C4 was revival..and that is what it shall always be. Revival is meantfor the body of Christ to awaken to His heart, a deeper knowledge of Him, and to hear more clearly Hisdesire for each life walking with Him. You see, we were meant to make profound impacts on the world.But you cannot give what you do not have or what might be dimming in passion. C4 was a magnificenttime of renewal in our own hearts and a beautiful time of fellowship amongst artists with only one goalin mind…exalting and worship Christ Jesus. In this I can align myself..for it too is where my heart is.Shelly WilsonPresident & FounderShelly Wilson Ministries Internationalwww.shellywilsonministries.org

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This was the best experience I ever had with musicians that we all felt like family. There was excitmentin every song and lives were touched and ministered to, especially mine. I went seeking for answers inmy own music ministry and praying for God to open the doors and ask for his guidance in everything Ido.

When I first walked through the radio station door that Wednesday night and met Peter MacDougall, itwas amazing to see him in  person and to be part of the Wedensday night worship service and to singand play with my brothers and sisters in the Lord. Then Thursday was awesome to be able to jam withHunter and Peter Mac and Epp Walls and Steve Shirey. The spirit of receiving and telling and sharingwhat God has done in each others lives and where God has brought them from. When you’re aroundpeople with the same desires for reaching the lost,  I felt right at home where music becomes family andGod shows up on the scene. For instance, on Thursday night when Crossfire came in and sang theirsong and Peter telling his testimony then the rush of Gods spirit flows through the studio whereeveryone is in one mind and one accord. Then the concerts were such an uplifting blessing. I reallyneeded to be fed and the spirit of the Lord was there to minister through every musician and singer andpeople behind the scenes. I actually told everyone this, that the Gather Homecomings couldn’t evenscratch the surface of the experience C4 has on an individual. Then there was a jam that Saturday nightand there were two rooms of music being played in. Songs being played that you cut your teeth on andbeing a part of that moved me so much in everyway. Can’t wait for next years C4 where ChristianCountry music becomes family under one roof. All I can say is don’t miss out on a great move of Godand come expecting, because my cup runneth over.David Jordan

From the Thursday night jam session and Friday HTO, the Saturday concert and Sunday service, thelevel of talent and musicianship was spectacular. Getting to see old friends and make new ones waslike coming home. But what was really the most special was the constant presence of the Lord felt byall. Each artist not only had the opportunity to minster but to be ministered to. Everyone I spoke toduring and after the event said the same thing. "We are leaving here refreshed and renewed, andready to go back into the harvest field for the Master. Myself and the whole band are looking forwardto next year. See ya there!!Blessings,Brad AllenCrossfire Gospel Band

C-4 was an opening into John and our lives to some wonderful Christian artists. We made so manyfriends that we find ourselves getting on Facebook more and more to see what is going on in the lives ofthese Christian artists. I just want to thank you and HLE Radio for all you do to further the Gospel. AndHLE Radio is surely a family but a family that loves the Lord and serves him. God Bless you.Love,John and Retha Dear

C4 was a huge success and blessing to all of the ministers and artists that attended!The ministry, fellowship, and home style jam sessions were incredible!! It was great seeing artists thatwe do not get to see for long periods of time, meeting new people that live the same life that we live,being able to offer encouragement as well as being encouraged by fellow ministers! Thank you HLERadio, for creating a FAMILY ATMOSPHERE that all of us were deeply blessed by!Looking forward to next year!Steve Shirey

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As you can tell, revival happened and a refreshing or renewing which seems to be the recurring theme.I am just blessed to have been a small part of it. Looking forward to C4 2016. If you would like to knowmore about C4 you can go to www.c4revival.com.

HLE Radio is a ministry first radio station dedicated to bringing the gospel forth through song in a ChristianCountry format. It is their desire to reach the lost, touch lives and change people’s way of thinking who think thatserving God can’t be fun. Quite possibly, God was a Cowboy!! (Psalms 50:10 KJV) “For every beast of the forestis mine, and the cattle on a thousand hills.”

All of their DJ’s are volunteers and do not get paid for their time on the radio. They do it as a ministry unto theLord and have a love and passion for radio and reaching the lost.

It is their wish at HLE Radio that you get to know God in a close and personal kind of way so that he may makea way for you in eternity.

Before HLE Radio, Hunter worked for several secular radio stations as a DJ, Sales Executive and in production.He still produces specialty shows, does voices, and writes commercials as well as produces them for several radiostations that he is affiliated with. At HLE Radio it is his desire to put the word forth through song as well asspoken. HLE Radio is a ministry first and foremost and the morning show is real and lite-hearted. They are justreal people being real Christians.

Visit them on the web at: www.hleradio.com or email Hunter Logan at: hunter@hleradio.com

A Mouse With A Microphoneby Dr. Doug DeRamus

Matthew 28:18, (NIV) Then JESUS came to them and said, "ALLAUTHORITY in heaven AND on earth has been given to ME."Colossians 2:15, (NIV) - having DISARMED ("spoiled" - KJV) thepowers and authorities,HE (Jesus) made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over themby the CROSS.The DEVIL has NO real AUTHORITY. Jesus STRIPPED him bare!Our Savior vanquished him at the Cross!  Satan is a defeated foe, amouse with a microphone.The word for "AUTHORITY" in Matthew 28:18 is "exousia", and itmeans, "executive privilege, capacity, delegated influence; theliberty of doing as one pleases."

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Gospel News From New York & Canadaby Bob Terry - (716)580-3727 - bobgterry@gmail.com

Well it looks like May is here. I don’t know if Aprilrain or April snow brought May flowers but anyway,we welcome all the green and bright colors we canget. No more white.

Not much going on in Western New York as forGospel Concerts but Canada is a different story.Praise Fest is coming up this May. Three days ofGospel Music by the best groups in the U.S andCanada. Let’s see, that date is May 21 through the23rd with a Friday and Saturday morning matinee.Maybe in the near future some of the top CountryGospel artists will be invited to come and sing.

Let’s give the people that buy the tickets a chance to hear all kinds of Gospel Music.

Like I said last month, WDCX Radio, Buffalo, NY program Sunday Singalong is beginning to attract ayounger group of listeners. We are getting a lot of calls from men now, where as in the past, the callershad been mostly ladies.

Speaking of ladies, let me introduce you to a young lady by the name of Wendy LynnSnider of St Catharines, ON, Canada. Wendy is mostly Country but she has a newproject out with several Gospel songs on it.

If you are ever in the St. Catharines, Toronto Ontaraio, Canada area, check aroundand see where Wendy is singing and go hear her. You’ll get a real blessing. Hersinging dates are listed on her website www.wendylynnsnider.ca.

So until next month, I’m Bob Terry reminding you that God loves you and so do we,be a witness, let others see Jesus in you.

Don't mistake me. If you do not know the Lord, the devil will chew you up and spit you out. But if youare a child of the living God, then “GREATER is He that is IN YOU, than he that is in the WORLD.”Ephesians 4:27 says to give no PLACE or opportunity or foothold to the devil. You are not to even givehim a chance.I John 3:8, (KJV) - For this PURPOSE the Son of God was manifested, that He might DESTROY(loosen, undo, dismantle; do away with) the WORKS of the devil.Stop praying the problem; prophesy the answer! Stop worrying about the devil. He has to FIND youfirst!  We are so high up in Christ that our adversary gets a nose-bleed trying to search out our "HIDINGPLACE"(Psa. 32:7; 119:114). You have died, and your life is "HID with Christ in God" (Col. 3:3).When you think that you hear the devil knocking, send Christ that is in you to the door! Let HIM fightyour battles. He already has fought and won!

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You can visit Doug DeRamus at: www.facebook.com/dougderamus

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