Don’t miss Natalie Grant on “The Joni Show” airing on Daystar Television on Thursday, July 29, 2010!
Joni and Natalie will talk about a wide range of current issues, like human trafficking, and give insight on the gospel and how we are using it in today’s society.
For air times in your area, and for more information on “The Joni Show,” visit www.daystar.com/jonishow.
Ok – so I thought we could have a fun poll. On Monday, August 2, I’m going in to have an ultrasound which will tell us if we’re having a girl or a boy. I know, I know, many of you have said I should wait to be surprised on the day of the birth. And I thought about that (for about 5 seconds) and decided NO WAY! 
I’m a planner. And I’m no good at waiting, and no good at surprises for that matter. (Sorry mom and dad, I peaked at my Christmas presents every year from about 3-8th grade!)
So….what do you think I’m having? Of course we know that the great Creator has already decided, but c’mon, give it a guess! For those who believe in any of the myths or wives-tale ways of predicting, here are a few facts:
Heartbeat has been averaging around 160.
I had pretty severe morning sickness.
I started showing VERY quickly.
I’ve craved sweet more than salty, but truthfully I’ve craved a bit of both.
I’ve REALLY craved orange juice.
Here we go.
Loading ...What’s my daughters favorite song from mommy’s new album? Jordin Sparks sang a duet with me on this years Dove Awards. But I think these girlies will be sharing the stage with their mommy soon enough!
I know you’ve only heard 3 cuts. But what’s your favorite so far?
A dear friend, Nancy Alcorn, brought this desperate need to my attention. After seeing this disturbing piece on CNN, Nancy reached out to her friends and asked us, in turn, to reach out to our friends. So, I’m reaching out to you.
You may or may not be aware, but there is an Iranian woman who is a mother of two, that could be stoned to death at any moment under the terms of a death sentence handed down by Iranian authorities.
The woman was convicted of adultery. She claims she is innocent. Regardless, I think it is imperative that we use our voices to put a stop to this brutal and savage method of punishment. Iranian law states that there must be atleast 4 witnesses for an adulterer to receive a stoning sentence, but in this case there were NO witnesses. This woman could be taken from her son and daughter at any moment. How? Being buried up to her chest and having rocks thrown at her face and head. The stones hurled at her that will be large enough to cause great pain, but not so large as to kill her immediately. This injustice must end. A few in Iran, including the woman’s children, have started a very broad, international public movement. They say that’s the only thing that can help. I’d like to think they are starting a love revolution. I say we answer with a Love revolution of our own.
Proverbs charges us to speak up for those who have no voice. This woman is virtually voiceless. Jesus said, “let the one who has never sinned throw the first stone.” (John 8:7)
This situation demands an answer. Will we stand up and rise to the question? What if this was your mother? Sister? Or daughter?
Should we pray? YES. We must pray. But what if we could do more? Let’s add intent and action to our prayers. May we do what is within our power. You are more powerful than you know. Follow the link below to see sample letters to send. http://missionfreeiran.wordpress.com/2010/06/26/sakine-children/ . You can just cut and paste, then sign your name.
Do these 2 things:
1) Please send the sample letters adjusted per your preferences to the targeted recipients
2) Please send the children’s letter to your local newspaper with an explanation of why we need to support these children and take a stand against brutal execution in Iran.
If each of us does our possible, God can do the impossible.
Let’s put our faith to action and be the voice of Love. It just may start a revolution.
Natalie
Welcome! I hope you like the re-design. Thank you to Brody and my SkörInc family for their hard work and creativity.
I’m so excited about the new project. While I love my job and the gift it is to be able to make music, this is more than just music to me. It’s really more about a movement. My prayer is that the music will compel the you to live the love of the gospel out loud. My prayer is that we return to the simplicity of the message. Jesus said, “Love me. Love others. And think about others more than you think about yourself.”
I know I’ve complicated it a long the way. And I know I’ve gotten in the way. My dreams, my plans, my agendas, my hopes….somehow they would always make their way to center stage. But I’m ready to revolutionize that part of my life. Are you? I’m ready to love out loud. I’m daring to be more than what this culture tells me. I’m daring to be all that God’s made me. Are you? The Bible in Colossians 3:12 says to clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. You want to be a trend-setting fashion statement? Start being kind for no reason. Show compassion. Be patient. I promise you people will notice. And it just might be contagious. Don’t wait for a love revolution. BE the love revolution. It’s not about religion. It’s about relationship. The kind of relationship that changes everything.
I thought for the start of the Love Revolution campaign, I would do something, well, revolutionary. So I’ve partnered with a team of other artists and authors and people just like you as a part of the 31 Days of Freedom Campaign. July is the month that we celebrate our Declaration Of Independence. But there are many around the world, many in this very country who are not free. Slavery still exists. The most innocent among us are being ravaged in the most horrific of ways through the realities of human trafficking. But one by one, we can stand for their freedom. Being a revolutionary can stem from the simplest of acts. This is what I’ve decided to do. For the month of July, my family is giving up movies. No theaters. No redbox. No Comcast On-Demand. And everything we would have spent on movies every week, we’re donating to the building of domestic, faith-based shelters for victims of human trafficking. It may seem small. But EVERY DOLLAR COUNTS. So as we get ready to celebrate our country’s freedom, let’s remember those who are not free. Would you join me? What will you give up? http://www.thehomefoundation.net/31days/
Love God. Love people. That’s it.
Today’s your day. Start a love revolution.
Natalie
