Ginny Owens – An Unfolding Story

Ginny Owens – An Unfolding Story

  When Ginny Owens shared, “Each of us is an unfolding story,” during our interview, I knew the wisdom she’s gained from her struggles would encourage many. As an avid admirer and follower of Ginny’s music for many years, it

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  • Thank you Ginny for sharing your unfolding story since birth to today, a testimony to God’s love and power that I can hear bringing Him glory everyday in your beautiful voice!!! I love your songs and “If You want me to” is my favorite!!! Rejoicing for you, Ann

  • This story has humbled me. The words are not coming but I am amazed at your strength and encouraging witness. LOVE your music!! May God bless you each and every day!

  • I look back on my life and see so many instances where I was faced with a choice. In those moments we choose what we think will be the best choice. And sometimes it isn’t the best and sometimes it’s the best at that time. It’s what we do with those choices that defines us. Ginny chose to overcome and not listen to what people were telling her. And that’s difficult. I have crazy respect for that. Having been told no once at the beginning of my career-which is so a part of my heart and soul-I love how she chose to turn her no into a giant YES that has touched so many people. Blindness isn’t who she is. It’s just part of her no different than her hair color. Just is.

  • Ginny,
    Thank you for sharing your beautiful video!

  • You are an amazing young woman with so much to teach us all about trials and endurance, then making the most positive response to it through your beautiful songs. Your story hit the depth of my heart, and I am grateful that you have shared your story.

  • this is an awesome story about what a person can do with their life, in spite of MAJOR challenges put in front of her!!! I LOVE this story!!!!!

  • To God be the glory! Your amazing, beautiful life is proof that God can bring us through any situation, no matter how difficult, and use it for good. Thank you for sharing your story with us. You have a beautiful voice and you are truly a shining light in this world!

  • Absolutely a testimony to how BIG our God is! Ginny, there’s great reward for those who, amidst great trials, continue to point to Him. He must be so proud of you! Thank you for your transparency.

  • Ginny Owens is a wonderful inspiration of perseverance, passion and purpose! I love her spirit, her spunk and her music! She is touching and impacting the lives of many through both her music and her story!

  • Thank you for sharing this. What an inspiration. Ginny has an angelic voice and a message to match.

  • One of the major blessings of carrying on under pressure is that way it burnishes my God-given faith. Mercy, Worship, and Grace are His current projects.
    Ginny’s music is playing into all of that.

  • “If You Want Me To” is one of my go-to, all time favorites. There are songs that speak to life at just the right moment, and this has been one of those my life. I don’t know how it will all unfold and it might not be the way I would have chosen, but I believe I will never walk alone!

  • Wow, I used to listen to Ginny Owens all the time. Unfortunately, I didn’t keep up with her career after we started our family. It’s absolutely wonderful to read about the heart behind her music. I’ll be heading to itunes soon. What a fantastic and inspiring story, thank you.

  • Thank you for sharing Ginny’s journey. I was especially moved by Ginny’s definition of overcoming – letting go. What a powerful reminder for us to cling to and trust our Savior!

  • What an amazing story! Ginny your story brought me to a place of relflection and gratitude. Along with many others, ‘If You Want Me To’ is a personal favorite. Thank you for sharing your courageous journey. And Melony, I know Ginny’s is a story you have wanted to write for quite a while. Congrats on landing it and once again, crafting the words with such significant impact.

  • I was struck not only by Ginny’s story but by the courage of her parents. It’s much easier to shelter children, especially children with unique challenges, than to encourage them to spread their wings and fly. They’re approach to parenting had a positive, lifelong impact on all those touched by Ginny and her music.

  • Amazing! I love how you invest in the empowering and inspiring stories of these amazing overcomers! Thank you for sharing this incredible story of strength and strong faith!

  • Thank you for sharing Ginny’s overcomes story with us. She is so right that it’s the broken parts of ourselves that have the most power to encourage and relate to others. It’s beyond important that we know we are not alone and Ginny does a beautiful job of reaching out and reminding us that we are not! Thank you, Melony, too, for your story and your heart-sharing these overcomes stories with us to encourage us and help us forge ahead!

  • What a joyous heart that Ginny has. I’m sure her music has helped many deal with their struggles.

  • Beautiful story of how big and miraculous our God is Ginny. We all have struggles
    and fires as you call them, but we are promised His amazing grace and mercy thru
    them. I am currently in a valley now, looking for the mountain top at the end. Please
    pray with me for another one of God’s miracles,God bless you and your ministry.
    By the way,you spoke about vocal issues in your past, who was the vocal coach
    that helped you through that?

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Out of the Dark

Out of the Dark

Out of the DarkMost of us have been there. In the dark. Feeling lost. Trapped. Lacking vision. Lacking hope.

Singer/songwriter Mandisa WAS there, but now.

Now she’s out of the dark and into the light!

This album is POWERFUL!

 

 

Out

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  • Love all the songs! Bleed The Same is a constant reminder that God created us ALL! It reminds of us all of the changes the world has seen and how much a sense of entitlement seems to the belief of so many; we no longer tolerate “anything” and it’s really sad. We no longer listen to people and the stories they have to share; we “assume” because they are not like me there is no value in creating a relationship and that is exactly why we have people in our lives for RELATIONSHIP! God wants us to have a relationship with HIM and we have others around us to create relationship. The song for me is also a reminder that this life is not our final destination and is so temporary! We will bleed the same in front of God when our time comes and we answer for our sins! Let us be reminded to love each other, find peace and be a support to one another, not an enemy! Great album! Thanks for sharing and writing Melony!

  • Sounds like another wonderful album. Thanks for the heads up!

  • I’m sure you bring so much light and happiness to so many with your music.

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Overcomer’s Playlist

Overcomer’s Playlist

 

My husband Jeff

My husband Jeff

It may be because my husband is a musician, but music speaks to me. I do not have any musical talent myself – I truly wish I did! But several have caught me singing at the

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  • Thanks for sharing Melony!

    Blessings,

    Paul
    aka The Mayor

  • Music plays a great part of my writing and journaling. A lot of times I use my oil lamp when writing at the apartment.

    I use my fountain pen when I write and when finished I either type it into my computer and a lot of times use Dragon Naturally Speaking, which I love, hope to get new version for Christmas. Been using it for about 7 years.

    Again, thanks for sharing,

    Paul
    aka, The Mayor
    ☕?

  • Great article on the overcomer’s playlist! So few writers write about the impact of music to your spirit. Music speaks to me like scripture passages. There are songs you have introduced to me that I would not have been exposed to if it wasn’t for you. I hear the songs on the Fish all the time. I never would have known David Crowder. Your blog is so inspirational. I love reading it.

  • The songs chosen were ministry to soul! May God bless your journey on this mission!

  • Thank you, Melony! Somehow music eases our souls and opens our hearts. This music makes my heart sing!

  • So true, Melony music Seems to
    Be what helps you over come, Or remind
    You of what you have overcome.
    love your music play list you shared.

    don’t worry my friend I’ll be the car next to you singing
    As well, because it’s the only place I feel comfortable singing at
    Alone in my car. .
    grateful for the hymns.
    Angie

  • The world is blessed with many fine musical artists. May you continue to let us enjoy your music for many years to come.

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Jamie Grace: Ready to Fly

Jamie Grace: Ready to Fly

photo credit: Whitney Huynh

photo credit: Whitney Huynh

Catching the attention of musician TobyMac, getting signed on his record label, recording her debut album, and winning a Dove Award (2012) are all amazing accomplishments for 22 year old Jamie Grace.

But knowing she

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  • I’m proud of you, Jamie! Thank you for being so brave in sharing your story!:) Your story came right on time!

  • Jamie Grace, you have a new fan! I have heard your music before. However, hearing your story, I will be on purpose about listening to your music. Wow! What am AWESOME GOD we serve!!! I need to play “It’s a Beautiful Day” every morning! May God continue to bless you and your awesome gift! I pray He uses you to touch teenagers, young women, and those of us that have gray in our hair.

    • Tracie,

      If you love “Beautiful Day!”, you will love “Do Life BIG” too! I’m glad to know I’m not the only one who doesn’t fit in her target audience! She’s going to be in Atlanta in concert in the spring. Come with me!

  • Jamie,
    It is amazing how you have taken what many would call their “problems” to reach so many people for Christ. You are proof that He can use us all for His service. Many blessings to you as you continue to inspire through your music. Thank you for sharing your story.

  • Melony,
    This is such an inspiritional outreach and I am so impressed with Jamie’s determination to use her talents to overcome this obstacle in her life. I have enjoyed listening to her music and recommend it to other young people.

  • Great article! My girls and I love Jamie Grace’s music! What an inspiration she is and a great role model for my girls! I had heard of some of her “struggles” but this was a great reminder of how much she has overcome and how God is using her in BIG ways! He has uniquely made her to shine for Him and her music is a gift! So glad to hear she’ll be performing in the Atlanta area in the spring….I’ll be taking my girls for sure!!!!

    • Your two daughters are so precious. Jamie Grace’s music will definitely encourage them and challenge them to live their lives for God!

  • Great article! Thanks to Jamie Grace for sharing her struggles and how she overcame. Her music is inspiring and fun. My daughter immediately smiles and dances to her music. May God continue to use her gifts and courage to encourage others. Keep the faith, Jamie Grace! God is using you in BIG ways.

    • We are planning for a big group of women and their daughters to go to Jamie Grace’s concert when she comes to Atlanta. Hope you can join us!

  • I love Jamie Grace’s music! Love it even more realizing she has risen above challenges. She is definitely an overcomer and an inspiration to all! Her music and her life are an illustration of how you can be used for God’s glory and how he will equip you through your circumstances. I love her attitude and her spunk! She is a delight!

    • I agree that she is an overcomer! Her music is truly a testimony of fighting past life’s tough challenges.

  • Mel,
    An unbelievable article on one incredible woman. What a true overcomer she is to have battled so many issues so young and still walk away with such happiness and faith. God has given her the sweetest voice and a beautiful soul to match.

    Thank you for sharing such divine inspiration!

    • She definitely does have a sweet voice! I’m so glad she is using it to encourage all ages of women to draw closer to God!

  • What an encouraging story! I can’t wait to listen to more of your music! Way to go!

  • Jamie Grace, as I was reading your story all I could think about are all the young ladies out there that I am going to tell about YOU. I work with a lot of young ladies that need an Overcomer in their lives. What an amazing young women you are and all the lives you have and will change with your music and story. God is Awesome! Thank you for sharing your story.

  • Thank you Jamie for sharing your inspiring story and music with us!!! I loved “Its a Beautiful Day” so much!!! Praises to God for your talents/gifts and strong overcomer spirit!!!

  • My daughter, Melony, loves your music and what you add to the music industry.

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6 Responses to Mandisa’s Overcomer Album Shows Overcoming Is Possible

  • You know I enjoy all sorts of different types of music, genres, with very diverse lyrical content, and I like her approach. Her message is extremly encouraging in a fallen world…I think she will be around for a long time, and may have a few Dove Awards to lug around…JB

  • P.S. love you baby for the plug here!! I might have to play you our Christmas song to get you in the Christmas mood!! XOXOXO

  • Loved the two songs and the video! I don’t watch American Idol, so was not familiar with Mandisa or her music. Her music is very inspiring, as is she. Hope she continues to get healthy and continues to inspire us with her music and her life.

    • I’m glad I had the opportunity to introduce you to Mandisa’s music, Kay! She has other great videos on youtube if you want to listen to more of her music.

  • Music sings to everyone’s heart. We need more talented musicians like yourself.

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