Phil Keaggy. If you want something to think about while you close your eyes and listen, how bout:
The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need. He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams. He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name.
Here's the whole Mandisa interview -- 10 minutes, unedited. She talks about Simon and American Idol (and what they tried to get her to do), about true beauty, thumb sucking and how a singing Christmas tree changed her life -- LISTEN (give it a minute to load)
Sometimes greatness comes with attention-getting grimaces and exertion. Sometimes it comes with effortless humility. When asked why he doesn't show his face, he answered:
“I think play is more significant than appearance. Therefore I want the others to focus on my fingering and sound. Furthermore I know I’m not that handsome.”
They talked about it before singing the song Saturday at the Faith, Family and Freedom Celebration. This isn't from then, but this is what they said...