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Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 453 - Stephen Tobolowsky (Re-Release)Stephen Tobolowsky is one of the leading character actors today. He has appeared in over 200 movies and television shows. Here is the list: Stephen Tobolowsky at IMDB for credits.He has played everything from Ned Ryerson in Groundhog Day to Sandy Ryerson in Glee. He has appeared almost naked as Stu Beggs on Californication and has worn the same suit for seven years as Principal Earl Ball on The Goldbergs. Stephen currently appears as Dr. Leslie Berkowitz in the new generation remake of Norman Lear's One Day at a Time. Seasons 1-3, at present, are still available on Netflix. PopTV and CBS aired Season 4. Hopes are high for more episodes as soon as safe filming practices can be set in the pandemic era!Please read here for the One Day at a Time journey.Stephen has always been a storyteller. In sixth grade he won his school’s storytelling contest and over that summer won the award as best storyteller in the City of Dallas (13 years old and under division.) That impulse led him into writing. He wrote the screenplay for True Stories with David Byrne and Beth Henley.He wrote and performed his storytelling films Stephen Tobolowsky's Birthday Party and The Primary Instinct.His labor of love has been The Tobolowsky Files, created with producer David Chen. What began as a behind-the-scenes movie podcast has become a sometimes funny, sometimes compelling portrait of a human life - as described by Miles McNutt here.“The Tobolowsky Files” is available at tobolowskyfiles.com and on Apple Podcasts. Early episodes were also previously broadcast on KUOW 94.9 in Seattle, on WFPL in Louisville, KY and many stations through Public Radio International (PRI).He has two books of stories published by Simon & Schuster: The Dangerous Animals Club and My Adventures with God.Stephen Tobolowsky Official Web Sitehttps://stephentobolowsky.com/Rick Lee James is now also recording live podcasts via the Wisdom App - join me there and be a part live podcast conversations like this one as they happen.https://join.wisdom.audio/8NncRick Lee James Web Site:http://www.RickLeeJames.comShine A Light In The Darkness - The Latest Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessMusic Video: Rick Lee James Playlist on Spotify:https://t.co/S7nCRl0xqa This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

When the grief is threatening to do me in…We seem to be in a season of life when we are surrounded by loss. There are plenty of reasons for this but there are no good answers. Friends are experiencing the loss of loved ones. Sickness is everywhere we turn. Abnormal is the new normal.When the pain is crushing and I can’t escape…I don’t always know what is appropriate to say when a friend is hurting. In fact, I know simply being a quiet presence is often the best thing, to simply be there and not say a thing.Even in death’s shadow, on the darkest night…But if I am going to make a sound, I want the words I speak (or in this case the words I sing) to count. Sometimes all I know to do when I’m feeling lost is to sing about Salvation, so if you are feeling that way too, here is a song for you.You are my Salvation…Blessings,—Rick This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 452 - Ian ZumbackIan ZumbackSometimes we all need an unexpected word from an unexpected wise man. Much like the subject in Ian Zumback‘s new single, “Hey Jerry,” sometimes it takes someone from outside of our own little bubbles to bring a much needed perspective. While we revolve around ourselves in our own worlds, there’s a world of things—and people—with highs, lows, and the in-between happening all around us, all of the time. This is a beautiful, story-telling sonic reminder of this principle, all set to a catchy song.Hey Jerry Official Music Video:Stream It: https://sc.lnk.to/IZhj-s?fbclid=IwAR0ybDFwaTK3U04NjgrwadbtwuLfrQhZcBEKGcGdOExc3Bc8mM52Qr2CJrERECORD LABEL:Old Bear RecordsRELEASE DATE:01/14/2022ISRC:QZ-CH3-22-00321GENRE:AmericanaLOCATION:Nashville, TNRick Lee James is now also recording live podcasts via the Wisdom App - join me there and be a part live podcast conversations like this one as they happen.https://join.wisdom.audio/8NncRick Lee James Web Site:http://www.RickLeeJames.comShine A Light In The Darkness - The Latest Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessMusic Video: Rick Lee James Playlist on Spotify:https://t.co/S7nCRl0xqa This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Hey Friends,Things have been a bit hectic this week and unfortunately I wasn’t able to put out a podcast. As a way of saying thank you for listening I at least wanted to share a free song with you. Here is my most recent single, Shine A Light In The Darkness. I hope you have a great week!Blessings,Rick Lee JamesStream This Song On Your Favorite Platform This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 451Epiphany 2022LoyolaPress.comMusic News:Hymns, Prayers, and Invitationsis charting at this week at #4 and #10 on Play MPE’sDownloads and Stream charts forWeek of January 2nd, 2021.You can see the charts at the linksbelow and find out more aboutPlay MPE.Thanks for Listening,Rick Lee JamesStreaming Top 20 Chart:https://daily.plaympe.com/charts-streams/Downloads Top 20 Chart:https://daily.plaympe.com/christian-weekly-top-20-downloads/Rick Lee James is now also recording live podcasts via the Wisdom App - join me there and be a part live podcast conversations like this one as they happen.https://join.wisdom.audio/8NncRick Lee James Web Site:http://www.RickLeeJames.comShine A Light In The Darkness - The Latest Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessVideo:Rick Lee James Playlist on Spotify:https://t.co/S7nCRl0xqa This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 450Music News and In The Presence of Jesus Book ExcerptIn The Presence of Jesus: A 40-Day Guide to the Intimacy with God You've Always Wanted https://amzn.to/3pBgce9Amazon Partner Link of Rick Lee James & Voices In My Head Productions LLCMusic News:Hymns, Prayers, and Invitationsis charting at #1 on Play MPE’sDownloads and Stream charts forWeek of December 26th, 2021.You can see the charts at the linksbelow and find out more aboutPlay MPE.Thanks for Listening,Rick Lee JamesStreaming Top 20 Chart:https://daily.plaympe.com/charts-streams/Downloads Top 20 Chart:https://daily.plaympe.com/christian-weekly-top-20-downloads/Rick Lee James is now also recording live podcasts via the Wisdom App - join me there and be a part live podcast conversations like this one as they happen.https://join.wisdom.audio/8NncRick Lee James Web Site:http://www.RickLeeJames.comShine A Light In The Darkness - The Latest Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessVideo: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Merry Christmas Everyone! (I Hope You Like Electric Guitars)Go Tell It On The MountainChorusGo tell it on the mountainOver the hills and ev'rywhereGo tell it on the mountainThat Jesus Christ is bornVerse 1While shepherds kept their watchingO'er silent flocks by nightBehold throughout the heavensThere shone a holy lightVerse 2The shepherds feared and trembledWhen lo above the earthRang out the angel chorusThat hailed the Savior's birthVerse 3Down in a lowly mangerThe humble Christ was bornAnd God sent us salvationThat blessed Christmas mornCCLI Song # 29080John W. Work Jr.* © Words: Public Domain* Music: Public Domain This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

My DelivererChorusMy Deliverer is comingMy Deliverer is standing by (2X)Verse 1Joseph took his wife and her childAnd they went to AfricaTo escape the rage of a deadly kingThere along the banks of the NileJesus listened to the songThat the captive children used to singThey were singingVerse 2Through a dry and thirsty landWater from the Kenyon heightsPours itself outOf Lake Sangra's broken heartThere in the Sahara windsJesus heard the whole world cryFor the healing that would flowFrom His own scarsThe world was singingBridgeHe will never break His promiseHe has written it upon the skyBridgeI will never doubt His promiseThough I doubt my heartI doubt my eyesBridgeHe will never break His promiseThough the stars should break faithWith the skyCCLI Song # 2598945Mitch McVicker | Rich Mullins* © 1998 Liturgy Legacy Music (Admin. by CURB | Word Music Publishing)* White Plastic Bag Music (Admin. by Music Services, Inc.)* Curb Word Music (Admin. by WC Music Corp.) This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 449The Surprising Truth: Christians Once Banned ChristmasBy Remy Melinahttps://www.livescience.com/amp/32891-why-was-christmas-banned-in-america-.htmlGet The Rick Lee James Musical Advent CalendarRick Lee James is now also recording live podcasts via the Wisdom App - join me there and be a part live podcast conversations like this one as they happen.https://join.wisdom.audio/8NncRick Lee James Web Site:http://www.RickLeeJames.comShine A Light In The Darkness - The Latest Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessVideo: RICK LEE JAMES – ADVENT HYMN (WATCHING, WAITING, LONGING)Label: Lifeway Worship Total Time:00:04:11From the Album: Advent Hymn (Watching, Waiting, Longing)Formats: Christian, Christmas Available Now on for #Christmas Radio Airplay onPLAY MPE : https://player.plaympe.com/releases/releaseinfo/200164318 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

O Holy NightVerse 1O holy night the stars are brightly shiningIt is the night of the dear Savior's birthLong lay the world in sin and error piningTill He appeared and the soul felt its worthA thrill of hope the weary world rejoicesFor yonder breaks a new and glorious mornChorus 1Fall on your kneesO hear the angel voicesO night divineO night when Christ was bornO night O holy nightO night divineVerse 2Led by the light of faith serenely beamingWith glowing hearts by His cradle we standSo led by light of a star sweetly gleamingHere came the wise men from Orient landThe King of kings lay thus in lowly mangerIn all our trials born to be our FriendChorus 2He knows our needTo our weakness is no strangerBehold your KingBefore Him lowly bendBehold your KingBefore Him lowly bendVerse 3Truly He taught us to love one anotherHis law is love and His gospel is peaceChains shall He break for the slave is our brotherAnd in His name all oppression shall ceaseSweet hymns of joy in grateful chorus raise weLet all within us praise His holy nameChorus 3Christ is the LordO praise His name foreverHis power and gloryEvermore proclaimHis power and gloryEvermore proclaimCCLI Song # 32015Adolphe Charles Adam | John Sullivan Dwight | Placide Cappeau* © Words: Public Domain* Music: Public Domain This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 448: A Small If - Elijah StacyHow hard would you fight if you only had a sliver of hope?Elijah Stacy suffers from Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a fatal muscle-wasting disease. At the age of sixteen, to avoid agonizing surgery, he had to endure enough physical therapy to change the shape of his spine. It had never been done before, but still, his doctor gave him a small “if.”In A Small If, Elijah shares thirteen lessons he’s learned throughout his life’s journey of losing his ability to walk, getting bullied in school, losing his brother Max to Duchenne, and learning that his other brother has the same disease.Elijah explains how to overcome extreme suffering by developing an adapter’s mindset, understanding what it means to control something rather than influencing it, and using other people’s negative energy as the ultimate motivation.Amid his various commitments, Elijah makes time to study the Word of God and hosts a weekly bible study for people his age (although anyone is welcome). He’s passionate about growing his faith and sharing it with others. With regards to his health, he says, “my suffering has a purpose, and I believe God will use this for His good.”Today, Elijah’s mission to minimize human suffering and propel human prosperity is fueling his ambition to cure his disease. He’s been told he has less than ten years to live, but he’s faced long odds before.Sometimes, all you need is A Small If.For more on Elijah visitdestroyduchenne.org.Rick Lee James is now also recording live podcasts via the Wisdom App - join me there and be a part live podcast conversations like this one as they happen.https://join.wisdom.audio/8NncRick Lee James Web Site:http://www.RickLeeJames.comShine A Light In The Darkness - The Latest Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessVideo: RICK LEE JAMES – ADVENT HYMN (WATCHING, WAITING, LONGING)Label: Lifeway Worship Total Time:00:04:11From the Album: Advent Hymn (Watching, Waiting, Longing)Formats: Christian, Christmas Available Now on for #Christmas Radio Airplay onPLAY MPE : https://player.plaympe.com/releases/releaseinfo/200164318 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 447: Musical Advent Calendar PreviewRick Lee James is now also recording live podcasts via the Wisdom App - join me there and be a part live podcast conversations like this one as they happen.https://join.wisdom.audio/8NncRick Lee James Web Site:http://www.RickLeeJames.comShine A Light In The Darkness - The Latest Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessVideo: RICK LEE JAMES – ADVENT HYMN (WATCHING, WAITING, LONGING)Label: Lifeway Worship Total Time:00:04:11From the Album: Advent Hymn (Watching, Waiting, Longing)Formats: Christian, Christmas Available Now on for #Christmas Radio Airplay onPLAY MPE : https://player.plaympe.com/releases/releaseinfo/200164318 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 446: Chosen Road - Appalachian HymnsChosen Road has carved a singular niche in the musical landscape with their world-class Appalachian instrumentation combined with a passion for sharing and living the Gospel. Comprised of founding member Jonathan Buckner, along with Zachary Alvis, Tyler Robertson and Josh Hicks, the group has been carefully honing their craft since 2009, releasing six albums and performing at festivals, fairs, churches and theatres across the United States as well as overseas. Their 2020 recording, Appalachian Worship, reached #4 on Billboard's Top Bluegrass Albums chart, and remained a fixture there for a notable 30 weeks. On November 12th Chosen Road released Appalachian Hymns, produced by the group’s Zachary Alvis and Tyler Robertson. The 12-song collection pairs the band's unparalleled acoustic instrumentation and vocal harmonies with classic songs of faith and the Church.Jonathan Buckner from Chosen Road is this week's guest.Chosen Road's Web Site: https://www.chosenroadmusic.com/Rick Lee James is now also recording live podcasts via the Wisdom App - join me there and be a part live podcast conversations like this one as they happen.https://join.wisdom.audio/8NncRick Lee James Web Site:http://www.RickLeeJames.comShine A Light In The Darkness - The Latest Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessVideo: RICK LEE JAMES – ADVENT HYMN (WATCHING, WAITING, LONGING)Label: Lifeway Worship Total Time:00:04:11From the Album: Advent Hymn (Watching, Waiting, Longing)Formats: Christian, Christmas Available Now on for #Christmas Radio Airplay onPLAY MPE : https://player.plaympe.com/releases/releaseinfo/200164318 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Musical Advent Calendar is Coming December 1st, 2021Hey Friends,Happy Advent Week One!FYI: Every day from December 1-24th paid subscribers will receive an Advent/Christmas themed song recorded by Rick Lee James directly in their inbox. It will be your own personal RLJ Musical Advent Calendar Playlist with recordings only available to subscribers.Only paid subscribers will receive the RLJ Musical Advent Calendar so don’t miss out on your chance to become a member today!Blessings,Rick Lee James This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Episode 445: Melanie WaldmanMelanie Waldman’s desire is to create songs and cultivate worship experiences that help restore hope by reminding people who they are, and that God is always at work in their lives. Haunted by a childhood of darkness, fear and abuse, and a young adulthood characterized by chaos and loss, Waldman’s life was changed forever in a miraculous personal encounter with Jesus. With a mission to encourage and inspire others to press on to the great fullness that awaits in Christ, her powerful testimony is the heartbeat of her ministry.On November 5th, Psalmsongs, her much-anticipated full-length debut released. Produced by Waterdeep’s Lori Chaffer, the project is inspired by one of the Bible’s most beloved books and explores a range of themes reflected in the Psalms, including praise, thanksgiving, lament and petition.—Rick Lee JamesMelanie Waldman's Web Site: https://www.melaniewaldman.com/Rick Lee James is now also recording live podcasts via the Wisdom App - join me there and be a part live podcast conversations like this one as they happen.https://join.wisdom.audio/8NncRick Lee James Web Site:http://www.RickLeeJames.comShine A Light In The Darkness - The Latest Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessVideo: RICK LEE JAMES – ADVENT HYMN (WATCHING, WAITING, LONGING)Label: Lifeway Worship Total Time:00:04:11From the Album: Advent Hymn (Watching, Waiting, Longing)Formats: Christian, Christmas Available Now on for #Christmas Radio Airplay onPLAY MPE : https://player.plaympe.com/releases/releaseinfo/200164318 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Musical Advent Calendar is Coming December 1st, 2021Rick Lee James Substack is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Become a paid monthly, annual, or founding subscriber of Rick Lee James Substack page before November 30th, 2021 and get Rick’s daily Musical Advent Calendar by Email.Every day from December 1-24th paid subscribers will receive an Advent/Christmas themed song recorded by Rick Lee James directly in their inbox. It will be your own personal RLJ Musical Advent Calendar Playlist with recordings only available to subscribers.The best part is that if you click on the link above and subscribe by November 30th, you will receive 10% off any subscription plan.Only paid subscribers will receive the RLJ Musical Advent Calendar so don’t miss out on your chance to become a member today!Blessings,RLJ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 444: Becca JordanMy guest this week on Voices in my Head is singer and songwriter, Becca Jordan. Her new album, Becoming Ordinary, Debuted last month to great acclaim and she’s here to speak with me about it this week. —Rick Lee JamesBecca Jordan In Her Own Words: I'm a wandering songbird. I earned my B.A. in Communications from University in Alabama-Huntsville. It was during college doing all that writing that I started dabbling in songwriting. I recorded my first EP, Love Shows Up, in 2012 with Robbie Seay producing.I moved to Nashville in 2015, worked at a non-profit, started singing in church and absorbing the creative community through concerts and coffee dates with fellow creatives. I traveled to L’Abri in England in the fall of 2016, where I soaked up the reality that the Lord is Lord over all things, stuff like cooking and washing dishes, not just mysterious creative processes like songwriting. I came back to Nashville to plant some roots and started working with the elderly. (Not on purpose, really, but because God has a sense of humor. I needed to learn some things I could only learn with them.) So I spent four years learning and observing the goodness of God in what felt like a quiet corner with folks that taught me what it meant to place my whole life before God as an offering. This is what my record, Becoming Ordinary, is about— leaving behind all the illusions of what I thought my life would be, and picking up what it is— mundane, sometimes deeply lonely, sometimes fraught with joy, and mostly just very ordinary— and giving it to God. Becca Jordan on Spotify: Becca Jordan’s Web Site: https://www.beccajordanmusic.com/A message from the road…literally.Rick Lee James is now also recording live podcasts via the Wisdom App - join me there and be a part live podcast conversations like this one as they happen.https://join.wisdom.audio/8NncRick Lee James Web Site:http://www.RickLeeJames.comShine A Light In The Darkness - The Latest Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessOfficial Music Video: RICK LEE JAMES – ADVENT HYMN (WATCHING, WAITING, LONGING) Label: Lifeway Worship Total Time:00:04:11 From the Album: Advent Hymn (Watching, Waiting, Longing) Formats: Christian,Christmas Available Now on for #Christmas Radio Airplay on PLAY MPE : https://player.plaympe.com/releases/releaseinfo/200164318 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome To The Neighborhood: A Mister Rogers Tribute PodcastA BEAUTIFUL DAY FOR A NEIGHBOR - Sculptor: Paul DayPaul Day has spent over twenty years developing a highly personal approach to figurative sculpture with a particular interest in representing the figure in architectural space using high-relief, an art form that combines drawn composition and fully rounded sculpture.In 2019, Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida, commissioned Paul Day to create a commemorative sculpture of Fred Rogers for the Campus. Mister Rogers was their most famous Alumnus and very well known in the United States for having created and animated the famous “Mister Rogers’...On October 28th, 2021 The 360-degree sculpture titled A BEAUTIFUL DAY FOR A NEIGHBOR was unveiled. The bronze cast piece stands over 7 feet (2 meters) tall and weighs more than 3,000 pounds (1,360 kilograms). It depicts Rogers surrounded by children, hand puppets from his show, lyrics from the series’ theme song and the show’s Neighborhood Trolley.Paul Day has stopped by our podcast neighborhood for a visit to talk about his latest masterpiece. Paul Day, welcome to the Neighborhood.Web Site: https://pauldaysculpture.com/project/a-beautiful-day-in-the-neighborhood/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauldaysculpture/Thank you for joining us here this week in the neighborhood.Music featured on podcast was Stay by Rick Lee James Special Thanks to my guest Paul DayAnd The @MisterRogersSay Community on Twitter.Our Substack page is https://rickleejames.substack.com/s/welcome-to-the-neighborhood-a-mister.Our Instagram page is https://www.instagram.com/misterrogerssay/I’m your host Rick Lee James. My Twitter account is @RickLeeJames, my web site is RickLeeJames.com, My other Podcast is Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast), and I look forward being with you again next time.Until Then: You make each day a special day. You know how, by just your being you. There's only one person in this whole world like you. And people can like you exactly as you are. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 443: The Gates Are Not LockedA Sunday Message A message from the road…literally.(Apologies for the poor audio in a couple of places where the streaming breaks up)Rick Lee James is now also recording live podcasts via the Wisdom App - join me there and be a part live podcast conversations like this one as they happen.https://join.wisdom.audio/8NncRick Lee James Web Site:http://www.RickLeeJames.comShine A Light In The Darkness - The Latest Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessOfficial Music Video: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Advent Hymn (Watching, Waiting, Longing)Label: Lifeway WorshipNumber of Tracks:1Total Time:00:04:11From the Album: Hymns, Prayers, and InvitationsFormats: Christian AC, ChristmasAvailable Date & Time: November 5th, 2021Impact Date: November 25th, 2021Official Music Video:Web Site: www.rickleejames.com PURCHASE ALBUM Downloadable Charts, Multi-Tracks, and More available from LIFEWAYWORSHIP.COM for Advent Hymn (Watching, Waiting, Longing) click HERE Endorsements: “A perfect and needed addition to any Christmas playlist this year. Rick Lee James bringing home the Advent Message.”-CCM Magazine (Link to story)“I love Advent Hymn (Watching, Waiting, Longing), which gives newness to the phrases of Isaiah. Watching, waiting, and longing is what we do now, and these songs help us do that in confidence. I anticipate that this album will be received as a great gift by many who will find their faith nourished and awakened by it.”– Walter Brueggemann (Professor Emeritus of Old Testament at Columbia Theological Seminary)"I've watched Rick grow as an artist and songwriter for many years. Congratulations brother on an excellent independent release."-Paul Baloche (Dove Award Winning Songwriter)"Rick Lee James is a poet and singer. You will not only enjoy listening, you'll be drawn into the source – Jesus."-Mike Harland (Director of Lifeway Worship Resources)For Booking Inquiries CLICK HEREor contact Voices In My Head ProductionsBy Phone: (937) 206-1146By Email: [email protected] Management General Office Hours:Monday – 10AM – 5PMTuesday – 10AM – 5PMWednesday – 10AM – 5PMThursday – 10AM – 5PMFriday – 10AM – 5PMRick Lee James BioRick Lee James is an acclaimed singer/songwriter, worship leader, author, speaker and podcast host. His recordings include Basement Psalms Live and Hymns, Prayers & Invitations. James' 2018 hit, “Advent Hymn,” remained at #1 on Christian Radio Weekly’s “CRW Adds Chart” for seven consecutive weeks. The song has been played on over 1100 radio stations in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom. James' book, Out of the Depths: A Songwriter’s Journey Through The Psalms, has been used as a textbook for the National Praise & Worship Institute at Trevecca Nazarene University. He has also been a contributor to Worship Leader magazine, Holiness Today, The Table and Worshiplife.com. His podcast, “Voices In My Head,” has featured such leading singer/songwriters as Andrew Peterson, Sara Groves, Jason Gray, Michael Card and Paul Baloche.For further information, visit rickleejames.com. Follow him on Twitter and Facebook. For booking inquiries, email Voices In My Head Productions or call 937-206-1146. Song LyricsAdvent Hymn (Watching, Waiting, Longing)Verse 1Heaven sent a child to save us, light for all to seeHelpless baby, mighty savior, holy mystery.Unto us a son is given, born in BethlehemLamb of God the light of nations, God in flesh becameChorusWatching, waiting, longing for the dayWhen His people would glorify the Name above all namesVerse 2For the joy that lay before Him, chose our agonyJesus bore the wrath of Calvary, washing sinners clean.Our Messiah, Christ our brother, word of God in fleshLoosed the chains that held us captive, broke the bonds of deathChorusWatching, waiting, longing for the dayWhen His people would glorify the Name above all namesVerse 3So we wait with expectation for His Advent here.Bride of Christ, His word proclaimed for all the world to hear.He will come in clouds descending at the trumpet soundIn the light of Christ our Savior every knee will bow.Final ChorusBorn in an manger, dying on a treeRising Easter morning to set His people freeWatching, waiting, longing for the dayWhen all nations will glorify the Name above all namesWords and Music by Rick Lee James and Ted Rastatter © Copyright 2011, Assigned 2015 McKinney Music, Inc. (BMI)/Broadman Press (SESAC) (both admin. by LifeWay Worship c/o Music Services, www.musicservices.org). All rights reserved. CCLI #6152291 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 442: STEPHEN MCWHIRTER Acclaimed singer/songwriter and worship leader Stephen McWhirter and GRAMMY® and Stellar-nominated recording artist Jason Clayborn have joined forces for Highest Praise, a rousing celebration of soul-drenched worship bowing October 8 from Lula Street Records (Integrity Music). The nine-track live studio set pairs the duo’s impassioned lead vocals with classic rock, Motown, Gospel, and contemporary worship moments. Produced and co-written by McWhirter, Highest Praise also features eight selections co-penned by Clayborn. The title cut—a Stevie Wonder-meets-Humble Pie groove—is a joyful anthem crossing cultural and musical divides in unified worship. Additional highlights of Highest Praise include the Motown slow-burner “God Be Yourself,” a prayer which clings to His character even in the most difficult circumstances; the modern worship declaration of “Let There Be Love”; and “The Yes Song,” a resounding testament to the promises of God. Highest Praise follows the duo’s debut collaboration, McWhirter’s 2020 Choir Sessions (feat. Jason Clayborn & The Atmosphere Changers). McWhirter and Clayborn also wrote and recorded the Christmas anthem “Born A King,” which was featured in last year’s Christmas special for the blockbuster television series The Chosen. Stephen McWhirter is a touring worship leader, producer, speaker and author whose powerful testimony of divine deliverance from addiction is the cornerstone of his ministry platform. A founding member of the former worship collective Iron Bell Music, he is also a songwriter with Essential Music Publishing/Sony PLG and a Lula Street (Integrity Music) recording artist. Tyscot recording artist Jason Clayborn is a GRAMMY® and Stellar Award nominee and former member of the renowned hip-hop/gospel group The Righteous Riders. He has also toured around the world with numerous artists, including Dr. Ron Kenoly. Most recently, Clayborn and his choir, The Atmosphere Changers, performed at the 2021 Stellar Awards alongside the legendary Bishop Hezekiah Walker. Rick Lee James is now also recording live podcasts via the Wisdom App - join me there and be a part live podcast conversations like this one as they happen.https://join.wisdom.audio/8NncRick Lee James Web Site:http://www.RickLeeJames.comShine A Light In The Darkness - The Latest Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessOfficial Music Video: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 442: STEPHEN MCWHIRTER Acclaimed singer/songwriter and worship leader Stephen McWhirter and GRAMMY® and Stellar-nominated recording artist Jason Clayborn have joined forces for Highest Praise, a rousing celebration of soul-drenched worship bowing October 8 from Lula Street Records (Integrity Music). The nine-track live studio set pairs the duo’s impassioned lead vocals with classic rock, Motown, Gospel, and contemporary worship moments. Produced and co-written by McWhirter, Highest Praise also features eight selections co-penned by Clayborn. The title cut—a Stevie Wonder-meets-Humble Pie groove—is a joyful anthem crossing cultural and musical divides in unified worship. Additional highlights of Highest Praise include the Motown slow-burner “God Be Yourself,” a prayer which clings to His character even in the most difficult circumstances; the modern worship declaration of “Let There Be Love”; and “The Yes Song,” a resounding testament to the promises of God. Highest Praise follows the duo’s debut collaboration, McWhirter’s 2020 Choir Sessions (feat. Jason Clayborn & The Atmosphere Changers). McWhirter and Clayborn also wrote and recorded the Christmas anthem “Born A King,” which was featured in last year’s Christmas special for the blockbuster television series The Chosen. Stephen McWhirter is a touring worship leader, producer, speaker and author whose powerful testimony of divine deliverance from addiction is the cornerstone of his ministry platform. A founding member of the former worship collective Iron Bell Music, he is also a songwriter with Essential Music Publishing/Sony PLG and a Lula Street (Integrity Music) recording artist. Tyscot recording artist Jason Clayborn is a GRAMMY® and Stellar Award nominee and former member of the renowned hip-hop/gospel group The Righteous Riders. He has also toured around the world with numerous artists, including Dr. Ron Kenoly. Most recently, Clayborn and his choir, The Atmosphere Changers, performed at the 2021 Stellar Awards alongside the legendary Bishop Hezekiah Walker. Rick Lee James is now also recording live podcasts via the Wisdom App - join me there and be a part live podcast conversations like this one as they happen.https://join.wisdom.audio/8NncRick Lee James Web Site:http://www.RickLeeJames.comShine A Light In The Darkness - The Latest Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessOfficial Music Video: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Episode 441: For Love of Neighbor - Politics For The Common Good Film SynopsisWeb Site: https://faithandpubliclife.com/flon/A documentary film directed by Ryan Patch, For Love of Neighbor: Politics for the Common Good tells the stories of three individuals—Sen. Tim Scott, Justin Giboney, and Sarah Imboden—who, on different levels and in distinct ways, are seeking to engage faithfully in contemporary American politics.The film does not provide specific answers for how Christians should engage in politics: prescribing who they should vote for or what specific policies they should support. Instead, it explores foundational questions about the purpose (and limits) of politics and the proper Christian posture toward government and secular society. Ultimately, the film aims to spark further discussion and offer a hopeful vision for Christian participation in contemporary public life.Recording live podcasts via the Wisdom App - join me there and be a part live podcast conversations like this one as they happen. https://join.wisdom.audio/8NncWeb Site:http://www.RickLeeJames.comShine A Light In The Darkness - The Latest Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessOfficial Music Video: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

The Change by Tony ArataPerformed live by Rick Lee James on 10/24/2021Recorded live on the Wisdom App. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Episode 440: Live Episode On The Wisdom App - Who Is Jesus?Recording live podcasts via the Wisdom App - join me there and be a part live podcast conversations like this one as they happen. https://join.wisdom.audio/8NncWeb Site:http://www.RickLeeJames.comShine A Light In The Darkness - The Latest Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessOfficial Music Video: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Making Friends - A Live Episode on the Wisdom App Welcome To The Neighborhood: A Mister Rogers Tribute PodcastHosted by Rick Lee James of Voices In My Head Productions. Rick run the Mister Rogers Quotes account found on Twitter @MisterRogersSay.As we again walk into this podcast neighborhood, I want you to know that no matter where you are from, you are welcome here. I’m glad to be your neighbor. Every daughter, every son, every tribe, and every tongue, in the Spirit of Fred Rogers and the life of welcome that he lived, welcome to the neighborhood.Thank you for joining us here this week in the neighborhood.Music featured on podcast was Stay by Rick Lee JamesSpecial Thanks to my guest Joe NegriAnd The @MisterRogersSay Community on TwitterI’m your host Rick Lee James. My Twitter account is @RickLeeJames, my web site is RickLeeJames.com, My other Podcast is Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast), and I look forward being with you again next time.Until Then: You make each day a special day. You know how, by just your being you. There's only one person in this whole world like you. And people can like you exactly as you are. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Dr. William WillimonBestselling author, popular preacher and teacher, Will Willimon, has just published one of his liveliest books, God Turned Toward Us: The ABCs of the Christian Faith. “The challenge of the Christian life is learning to talk Christian. Somebody has got to tell us, give us the words that open the door to the faith called Christian,” says Will in his introduction.The book takes terms like Atonement, Christ, Incarnation, Justice, Creed and speaks about them in wonderfully accessible ways.The vocabulary begins with an essay on, Abortion, and runs all the way to Zacchaeus.Will’s signature humor and mischievousness comes through, along with his truth-telling witness to the theological riches of the Christian faith. Bishop Kenneth Carder calls this a “sometimes jarring, always interesting, consistently insightful, and persistently provocative invitation to ‘talk the talk and walk the walk’ of Christian discipleship.” Whether a new or longstanding Christian, God Turned Toward Us is sure to enliven your faith.Dr. William Willimon currently serves as Professor of the Practice of Christian Ministry at Duke Divinity School and oversees the Doctor of Ministry program there. Will has served as Bishop for the United Methodist Church in northern Alabama for eight years. A prolific author and preacher, Will continues to serve the Church by offering an unapologetic attempt to articulate the language of the Christian faith on the page and in various pulpits around the country.https://willwillimon.com/about/Web Site:http://www.RickLeeJames.comShine A Light In The Darkness - The Latest Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessOfficial Music Video: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Hey friends,Between masters classes, work, and being sick this week, I have no podcast for you. Instead I offer you this radio show that I did with Westar Media to promote the release of my album, Thunder in 2019. I hope you enjoy it. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Rick Lee James - The Love of Christ (A Reflection on Romans 8: 35,37-39)Disclaimer: The line in this song “leave behind your mask” is not a reference to wearing a mask during the pandemic, which I strongly encourage. It is a metaphor about wearing a façade in front of others and trying to be something we are not before God. Web Site:http://www.RickLeeJames.comShine A Light In The Darkness - The Latest Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessOfficial Music Video: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome To The Neighborhood: A Mister Rogers Tribute PodcastWelcome To The Neighborhood: A Mister Rogers Tribute PodcastHosted by Rick Lee James of Voices In My Head Productions. Rick run the Mister Rogers Quotes account found on Twitter @MisterRogersSay.As we again walk into this podcast neighborhood, I want you to know that no matter where you are from, you are welcome here. I’m glad to be your neighbor. Every daughter, every son, every tribe, and every tongue, in the Spirit of Fred Rogers and the life of welcome that he lived, welcome to the neighborhood.Joe Negri stops by for a visit.This week in the neighborhood, our special guest is Mister Rogers Neighborhood’s Very Own Joe NegriJoe Negri, is a Pittsburgh icon and a guitar legend. He has distinguished himself as a nationally acclaimed performer, recognized composer, renowned actor, and respected educator. He may be most familiar to national audiences for his 30-year tenure as the affable Handyman Negri on Mister Rogers' Neighborhood on PBS. However, he has appeared with a roster of Platinum artist including Michael Feinstein, Tony Bennett, Andy Williams, Wynton Marsalis, Branford Marsalis, Buddy Defranco, and YoYo Ma. Negri's discography includes the Pittsburgh Symphony's Cinema Serenade with Itzhak Pearlman and John Williams. Compositions by Joe Negri include scores for TV documentaries and major works for jazz instrumental and choral ensembles.Joe Negri served as adjunct professor of guitar at Duquesne University where he is an Honorary Doctor of Music. In 1998, he was named Man of the Year by the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, and in 2004, he received the coveted Elsie Award. In 2008, Joe was chosen Man of the Year by Audia Caring Heritage Foundation.As if that wasn’t enough, Joe Negri also served as WTAE-TV's musical director for more than 20 years.He has stopped by our podcast neighborhood for a visit today and I’m so glad he has. Joe Negri, Welcome To The Neighborhood.Thank you for joining us here this week in the neighborhood.Music featured on podcast was Stay by Rick Lee JamesSpecial Thanks to my guest Joe NegriAnd The @MisterRogersSay Community on TwitterI’m your host Rick Lee James. My Twitter account is @RickLeeJames, my web site is RickLeeJames.com, My other Podcast is Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast), and I look forward being with you again next time.Until Then: You make each day a special day. You know how, by just your being you. There's only one person in this whole world like you. And people can like you exactly as you are. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Rick Lee James - What Are You Supposed To Do When You Are Feeling Called To Something New?Web Site:http://www.RickLeeJames.comShine A Light In The Darkness - The Latest Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessOfficial Music Video: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome To The Neighborhood: A Mister Rogers Tribute Podcast (Special Guest David Newell - Mr. McFeely)This week in the neighborhood, our special guest is Mister Roger’s Neighborhood’s Very Own Mr. McFeely, David Newell.Serving Mister Rogers Neighborhood since 1967, David Newell played Mr. McFeely, the Neighborhood’s cheerful “Speedy Delivery” man. He was Mister Rogers’ most frequent visitor. When there was a knock at the door, there was a good chance it was Mr. McFeely in his mustache, cap and vintage blue uniform, bringing a package, a film, or a visitor.Links For David:Speedy Delivery DVD: https://www.speedydeliverymovie.com/David Newell on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mrmcfeely143Thank you for joining us here this week in the neighborhood.Music featured on podcast was Stay by Rick Lee JamesSpecial Thanks to my guest David NewellAnd The @MisterRogersSay Community on TwitterI’m your host Rick Lee James. My personal Twitter account is @RickLeeJames, my web site is RickLeeJames.com, My other Podcast is Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast), and I look forward being with you again next time.Until Then: You make each day a special day. You know how, by just your being you. There's only one person in this whole world like you. And people can like you exactly as you are. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Stephen McNeill - The Art of RepairNew album, The Art of Repair, coming October 15The Art of Repair is a collection of songs about putting the pieces back together after a season of loss. Inspired by the ancient Japanese art of kintsugi, in which craftsmen mend broken pottery with gold lacquer, the album explores the experience of restoring broken relationships instead of discarding them. The fractures are not hidden but instead are illuminated to become something more beautiful for once having been shattered.Recorded at Young Avenue Sound with engineer Calvin Lauber, the record features a band consisting of Andrew McNeill on drums, Carl Casperson on upright bass, Jon Gaines on piano, and Nathan Dugger on pedal steel. Pre-Order The New Album: https://stephenmcneill.bandcamp.com/album/the-art-of-repairWeb Site: https://www.stephenmcneillmusic.com/----more----Shine A Light In The Darkness - The Latest Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessOfficial Music Video: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Dale Baker - aka - The Maudlin FeeThe Maudlin Fee is the solo project of Dale Baker, an American indie folk singer and drummer currently living in Durham, NC. Formative years were filled with the music of Porter Wagoner and Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, Johnny Horton and The Florida Boys. Bluegrass and old time gospel music were also early influences. In college, Baker studied jazz and world music at the University of North Texas. Later he joined Sixpence None the Richer. With them he recorded 5 albums, sold millions of records, toured the world, and was nominated for several awards (including two Grammy’s), culminating in three top ten singles (with the songs Kiss Me, There She Goes, and Breathe Your Name). After a brief stint in the band Over the Rhine, Baker found success as a freelance drummer, performing and recording with Buddy Miller, Chris Stamey, Stephen Kellogg, Thad Cockrell et.al. In 2013 he became one of the core touring members of Big Star’s Third Live (documented in the 2017 DVD release of “Thank You Friends” on Concord Bicycle Music), a concert event celebrating the music of Big Star, featuring a rotating roster of guest performers including members of Wilco, The Posies, REM, Beck, Dawes, Tom Petty, The dB's, Yo La Tengo and the Kronos Quartet. In February 2018, Baker began exclusively debuting his songs via the direct-to-fan distribution platform, Noisetrade. In July of 2018, Noisetrade featured The Maudlin Fee as "New and Notable," bringing attention to the release of his EP, "So Far."Web Site: https://www.themaudlinfee.com/----more----Shine A Light In The Darkness - The NEW Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessOfficial Music Video: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Linda Znachko – Episode 435Linda Znachko is the founder of He Knows Your Name ministry and author of the nationally recognized and award winning book, He Knows Your Name, How One Abandoned Baby Inspired Me to Say YES to God.Rooted in the conviction that every life is sacred to God, and that naming children matters deeply, this ministry gives children dignity and honor in death by celebrating their LIFE.Linda’s work was featured on a cover story by the Indianapolis Star, featured on the Steve Harvey Show and the Harvest Show , interviewed on ‘In the Market’ with Janet Parshall, as a guest on Ann Voskamp’s website, and highlighted in countless local and regional media outlets.For her work with families and children, Linda has received the McMiracle Award from Miracle on 38th St. Foundation, Jefferson Award from ABC News, United Way “100 Heroes Award” Winner, and the Angel Award from Benedict Inn .Having taught and discipled women for over twenty-five years, Linda has been a speaker for churches and retreats. She and her high school sweetheart, husband Steve, launched a Foundation, funding ministries around the globe, and also serve as advocates for Safe Families for Children. Steve and Linda attend Antioch Church in Indianapolis where they raised their 4 children. One of Linda’s greatest joys is being called “Honey” by her grandchildren, Rose Jubilee and Smith Moses!The Birth of a MinistryHe Knows Your Name was birthed in October of 2009 when the body of a newborn baby, dressed only in a diaper, was discovered in downtown Indianapolis. Three thoughts rang through my head:A dumpster is NOT a grave!A diaper is NOT a burial gown!And Doe is NOT a name!Sadly it is a fact that, even with the Safe Haven law, babies are still abandoned, buried in nameless graves, with no headstone to mark either their deaths or – more importantly – their lives.He Knows Your Name Ministry strives to ensure that every child receives a name in life and dignity and honor in death.Linda would like to acknowledge and thank her many partners, whom work together with He Knows Your Name:Thomas Monument, Little Angel Gowns, Indiana Funeral Care and Washington Park East.Web Site: https://heknowsyourname.org/----more----Shine A Light In The Darkness - The NEW Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessOfficial Music Video: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

For The Fatherless Podcast – Episode 434My guests this week on Voices In My Head are Brian and Christa Yak, also known as the musical duo, For The Fatherless. Offering hope for those without an earthly father is a foundational platform of Brian and Christa’ ministry. Having experienced fatherlessness firsthand—Brian was abandoned as an infant by his biological father, while Christa lost her dad to cancer during her childhood—today they proclaim the wholeness and healing found in our ultimate Father, God. Bringing their journey full circle, the couple became parents to a son, Jonathan, last year. This past July, For The Fatherless released Poetry, an autobiographical four-song set hallmarked by vulnerability and hope. Co-penned together by the Brian and Christa Yak and brimming with vibrant pop production from Bryan Fowler (TobyMac, Gabby Barrett) and Austin Cannon, the EP celebrates God’s faithfulness in every season. Brian and Christa have stopped by the podcast for a visit today.Turning Point Media Relations: http://www.turningpointpr.com/news/for-the-fatherless-return-with-autobiographical-poetry/ Follow For The Fatherless on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. ----more----Shine A Light In The Darkness - The NEW Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessOfficial Music Video: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Jenny & Tyler - Part of MeJenny & Tyler have toured with such artists as Sara Groves and Brandon Heath; have been spotlighted on Andrew Peterson’s popular “Behold The Lamb Of God” Christmas Tour; and their songs “As Long As Our Hearts Are Beating” and “This Is Just So Beautiful” were featured on the hit television series “Pretty Little Liars.” The couple has released multiple critically-lauded studio recordings, including 2010’s groundbreaking Faint Not; Open Your Doors (2012); Of This I’m Sure (2015); and There Will Be A Song (2018), along with four EPs and a Christmas album. Their latest single and music video, “Part of Me,” written by Jenny, inspired by watching their two oldest daughters, Jane and Sara, process the events and challenges of the past year of the pandemic. Jenny and Tyler have stopped by the Podcast for a visit today to tell us more and I’m so grateful they have. Jenny and Tyler, welcome to Voices In My Head.Read More on Turning Point Media's Web Site:http://www.turningpointpr.com/news/jenny-tyler-pay-homage-to-family-with-endearing-part-of-me/Part of Me Official Music Video:----more----Shine A Light In The Darkness - The NEW Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessOfficial Music Video: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

What On Earth Is Heaven?----more----Shine A Light In The Darkness - The NEW Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessOfficial Music Video: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

What On Earth Is Heaven? ----more----Shine A Light In The Darkness - The NEW Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessOfficial Music Video: https://youtu.be/d1l7jWRcbP4 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Thank you health care workers for shining a light in the darkness!----more----Shine A Light In The Darkness - The NEW Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessOfficial Music Video: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Thank you health care workers for shining a light in the darkness! ----more----Shine A Light In The Darkness - The NEW Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessOfficial Music Video: https://youtu.be/d1l7jWRcbP4 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Nikki Lerner:Culture Coach, Speaker, Singer, Teacher, Author, Human Toohttp://www.nikkilerner.com/Nikki Lerner is a talented singer and songwriter. She’s a truly gifted worship leader. She an author who has a transformative way with words, she’s a culture coach who is a pioneer in the field of Multicultural worship leading. She’s also been a friend and mentor to me and I’m so glad to have a chance to speak with her today about some of her new music, her podcasts, and her many other creative endeavors. Strength: YouTube Link: ----more----Shine A Light In The Darkness - The NEW Single From Rick Lee James Official Music Video: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Nikki Lerner:Culture Coach, Speaker, Singer, Teacher, Author, Human Too http://www.nikkilerner.com/ Nikki Lerner is a talented singer and songwriter. She’s a truly gifted worship leader. She an author who has a transformative way with words, she’s a culture coach who is a pioneer in the field of Multicultural worship leading. She’s also been a friend and mentor to me and I’m so glad to have a chance to speak with her today about some of her new music, her podcasts, and her many other creative endeavors. Strength: YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/qrTRBHL2DX0 ----more----Shine A Light In The Darkness - The NEW Single From Rick Lee James Get The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessOfficial Music Video: https://youtu.be/d1l7jWRcbP4 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

PetsMister Rogers thoughts on pets from the book, Mister Rogers Talks With Parents. Thank you for joining us here this week in the neighborhood.Theme Music featured on this podcast is "Nouvelle Noel" by Kevin MacLeodAlso a special thanks to the @MisterRogersSay Community on Twitter and Instagram.Your host is Rick Lee James.Rick's Twitter account is @RickLeeJames and his web site is RickLeeJames.com.Podcasts From Rick Lee James & Voices In My Head Productions This Podcast Is Hosted by Rick Lee JamesMister Rogers Quotes on Twitter: @MisterRogersSayRick Lee James on Twitter: @RickLeeJamesRick Lee James Web Site: www.RickLeeJames.com ----more----Voices In My Head Productions does not profit from this program. This show is completely a labor of love out of the respect that the host has for the life of Fred Rogers. We do not own images or sound clips of Fred Rogers used on this show. While this is not a legally binding Mea Culpa, we would appreciate you not suing us. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Old Bear Records Recording Artist Weston SkaggsWith lyrics like "Woe to you rich man.." and "be sure your sin will find you out,"Weston Skaggs wastes no time in diving deep into themes that are taken directly from the Bible on his new single, "Rich Man" set to release through Old Bear Records on July 16th. Much like Keith Green, or Larry Norman before him, Weston Skaggs's style of a mix of baritone and falsetto voice undergirded and wrapped with music and arrangements that could have been written and arranged by Brian Wilson or the Flaming Lips attracts a listening ear to the interesting instrumentation at play that softens the very direct and powerful truths conveyed in his lyrics.By the time you realize you are being challenged with a song that could double as a sermon, its too late. You're already invested by the sweeping sounds, and pleasant melodies coming through your speakers or air pods. In a way, "Rich Man" is an audio trojan horse of sorts and we're here for it. This is a song that is clear in its presentation of the Gospel and its primary transgressor in need of grace (you'll find as you reach the end of the song) is the performer himself.Weston Skaggs joins me today for a conversation about his latest single, RICH MAN.Get the Single Here: https://sc.lnk.to/WSrm-s?fbclid=IwAR3FN5y8pJ4PK_wheqqKhq_hUl6MtMaQczDVfW6zBlFeAlg8tvcmDja05McShine A Light In The Darkness - The NEW Single From Rick Lee James - Releases Friday July 23rdGet The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessOfficial Music Video: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Old Bear Records Recording Artist Weston SkaggsWith lyrics like "Woe to you rich man.." and "be sure your sin will find you out," Weston Skaggs wastes no time in diving deep into themes that are taken directly from the Bible on his new single, "Rich Man" set to release through Old Bear Records on July 16th. Much like Keith Green, or Larry Norman before him, Weston Skaggs's style of a mix of baritone and falsetto voice undergirded and wrapped with music and arrangements that could have been written and arranged by Brian Wilson or the Flaming Lips attracts a listening ear to the interesting instrumentation at play that softens the very direct and powerful truths conveyed in his lyrics. By the time you realize you are being challenged with a song that could double as a sermon, its too late. You're already invested by the sweeping sounds, and pleasant melodies coming through your speakers or air pods. In a way, "Rich Man" is an audio trojan horse of sorts and we're here for it. This is a song that is clear in its presentation of the Gospel and its primary transgressor in need of grace (you'll find as you reach the end of the song) is the performer himself.Weston Skaggs joins me today for a conversation about his latest single, RICH MAN.Get the Single Here: https://sc.lnk.to/WSrm-s?fbclid=IwAR3FN5y8pJ4PK_wheqqKhq_hUl6MtMaQczDVfW6zBlFeAlg8tvcmDja05Mc ----more----Shine A Light In The Darkness - The NEW Single From Rick Lee James - Releases Friday July 23rdGet The Single: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/shine-a-light-in-the-darknessOfficial Music Video: https://youtu.be/d1l7jWRcbP4 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

You Are My SalvationThank you for listening to Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

You Are My SalvationFind out More at: https://rickleejames.hearnow.com/you-are-my-salvation Thank you for listening to Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

The Constitution of Knowledge by Jonathan RauchThe Constitution of Knowledge has been called “a book that anyone who cares about truth and democracy needs to read” (Anne Applebaum), “a magnificent integration of psychology, epistemology, and history” (Jonathan Haidt), and “an illuminating exploration of the flight from fact” (Jon Meacham). The book’s author Jonathan Rauch is an IHS distinguished fellow and a Brookings Institution senior fellow in governance studies. He is a contributing writer at The Atlantic and recipient of the 2005 National Magazine Award, the magazine industry’s equivalent of the Pulitzer Prize. You can Follow Jonathan Rauch on Twitter at @jon_rauch.Links:Web Site: https://jonathanrauch.typepad.com/Purchase The Book On Amazon: https://amzn.to/3gVrnIY----more----Thank you for listening to Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast)----more----New Music Singles Releasing From Rick Lee JamesRelease Date - June 25thYou Are My SalvationSpotify Pre-Save · https://show.co/Q5n8NKFRelease Date – July 23rdShine A Light In The DarknessSpotify Pre-Save · https://show.co/2k5bGNV----more----Contact & Booking Inquiries for Rick Lee James and the Podcast Can Email [email protected] This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

The Constitution of Knowledge by Jonathan RauchThe Constitution of Knowledge has been called “a book that anyone who cares about truth and democracy needs to read” (Anne Applebaum), “a magnificent integration of psychology, epistemology, and history” (Jonathan Haidt), and “an illuminating exploration of the flight from fact” (Jon Meacham). The book’s author Jonathan Rauch is an IHS distinguished fellow and a Brookings Institution senior fellow in governance studies. He is a contributing writer at The Atlantic and recipient of the 2005 National Magazine Award, the magazine industry’s equivalent of the Pulitzer Prize. You can Follow Jonathan Rauch on Twitter at @jon_rauch.Links:Web Site: https://jonathanrauch.typepad.com/Purchase The Book On Amazon: https://amzn.to/3gVrnIY----more----Thank you for listening to Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast)----more----New Music Singles Releasing From Rick Lee James Release Date - June 25thYou Are My SalvationSpotify Pre-Save · https://show.co/Q5n8NKF Release Date – July 23rdShine A Light In The DarknessSpotify Pre-Save · https://show.co/2k5bGNV ----more----Contact & Booking Inquiries for Rick Lee James and the Podcast Can Email [email protected] www.RickLeeJames.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe