Through the ups and downs of working in the music industry, singer/songwriter Jess Ray has seen God’s grace most exemplified to her in other people who’ve lent her a hand along the way. By choosing to take a people-centered approach to life, Jess has found how friendships can open doors and how they also inspire a truer and deeper aspect to her music.

Quotes

“Music and my relationship with God was very intertwined.” - Jess Ray

“It's really the kindness of so many people over a long time, giving me a shot, getting to learn from them, and honing my craft—learning from people who are so good and have walked this road in front of me.” - Jess Ray

“At this point, I'm just continuing to try to make art that is compelling to me, that feels true and authentic, and that's not afraid to push against the boundaries of what we might say. I see God in everything.” - Jess Ray

“I realize literally there is no greater job than our part to play here. I'm like, I don't want to be playing for thousands of people. I would rather be writing music for people to play on their very worst days and helping them get through that.” - Jess Ray

“When it comes to seeing God's love in the things around me, it normally starts with accepting today as a gift and not being in such a hurry with my own plan that I'm only frustrated when things don't go the way I want—instead having this heart that is open to what God will bring into my day.” - Jess Ray

“Honestly, a big shift for me the past few years has been a change to being people-centered, to shape my life around caring for people and what they need is something that does not necessarily come naturally for me. But when I've shifted my heart around that, I'm flooded with the love of God in the people around me.” - Jess Ray

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Resources Mentioned in This Episode

Christa Wells

“Held” by Natalie Grant

Jenny & Tyler

Third Day

Brandon Heath

Ben Shive

Andrew Peterson

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Interior designer Liz Marie Galvan has been reimagining spaces and places since childhood—but as the responsibilities, demands, and challenges of adulthood set in, she found it harder to tap into her imaginative side. Determined to harness her creativity once more, Liz enrolled in a design program, and found the spark once again, using her reactivated imagination to help others create cozy spaces.

Quotes

“I knew that refreshing a space, cleaning, and rearranging truly could make you feel good and really harvest an environment to nurture you in whatever you're going through.” - Liz Marie Galvan

“I think it's so important to continue to use your imagination into adulthood. I think ignoring that imagination side of you really kind of puts your passions to the side, and not exploring that can really just not be using your gifts in this world.” - Liz Marie Galvan

“We have this gift to use our imagination God gave us so that we can explore our passions and use that in the world for His good.” - Liz Marie Galvan

“I think that's such a cool part about being a parent—to have that excitement in a child, to see the Bible through a child's eyes, and to have that renew your love and excitement for these stories that we've heard so many times.” - Liz Marie Galvan

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Liz Marie Galvan’s website

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Resources Mentioned in This Episode
United States Marine Corps

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From the highs of getting to work with inspiring Christian music artists of the day to the lows of burnout and career challenges, Nashville producer, arranger, and musician Ben Shive has carved out a special space in the music industry by always striving to bring the best out of the people he works with. In this episode, he shares how he has been able to spiritually invest in his fellow musicians, acknowledging the beautiful narrative God has woven through music and friendship.

Quotes

“In my twenties and thirties, God's love was evident to me in that I was trying to make a living in music. God was so gracious in the way that He sort of lured me into it and then provided for me every step of the way, not usually abundantly, but just the perfect provision for the daily need. It was just clear to me that I couldn't deny that God was watching over me and my family and really making up for all of my shortcomings and failures.” - Ben Shive

“So much of producing is just learning how to connect with another person, listen to them, and sometimes push back, and sometimes give in. There's a lot of compromise and a lot of collaboration, so I've gotten the opportunity to get to know a lot of people on a really deep level.” - Ben Shive

“Even if the music doesn't last, the effect that the music has on people, I believe, will last beyond my lifetime.” - Ben Shive

Guest’s Links
Ben Shive’s website

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Ben Shive’s Facebook

Ben Shive’s Twitter

Resources Mentioned in This Episode
Rich Mullins

A Liturgy, A Legacy, & A Ragamuffin Band

The Beatles

Spike Jones

Looney Tunes

Bach

Mozart

Belmont University

Andrew Peterson

I Dream of You Volume II

Keith and Kristyn Getty

Eat This Book by Eugene Peterson

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