Touched by God
Published on 1. December 1999
Book
Paperback/Softback
320 pages
978-0-671-02003-3 (ISBN)
Description
Dr. Bobby Jones, host of BET's Bobby Jones Gospel and Video Gospel, joins nineteen acclaimed gospel performers who share personal stories celebrating God's glory.
Includes stories from superstars Kirk Franklin, John P. Kee, Shirley Caesar, Rev. James Moore, Albertina Walker, Dottie Peoples, and many more.
In a soul-lifting collection that resounds with joy, some of the greatest black gospel superstars tell how the Lord has changed their lives, shaped their music-and led them to triumph over life's most incredible trials.
As rousing as a gospel choir in full swing, these and other inspiring accounts of hope and transformation confirm the power of music and faith-and will stir the hearts of those looking to strengthen their own ties with the Lord.
Includes stories from superstars Kirk Franklin, John P. Kee, Shirley Caesar, Rev. James Moore, Albertina Walker, Dottie Peoples, and many more.
In a soul-lifting collection that resounds with joy, some of the greatest black gospel superstars tell how the Lord has changed their lives, shaped their music-and led them to triumph over life's most incredible trials.
As rousing as a gospel choir in full swing, these and other inspiring accounts of hope and transformation confirm the power of music and faith-and will stir the hearts of those looking to strengthen their own ties with the Lord.
Reviews / Votes
The Birmingham Times Gripping tales....A collection of stories that needs to be told.More details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York, NY
United States
Publishing group
Simon & Schuster
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 140 mm
Thickness: 19 mm
Weight
453 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-671-02003-3 (9780671020033)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Dr. Bobby Jones, a Grammy and Dove Award-winning performer, was the long-time host and executive producer of television's only nationally syndicated gospel program, Bobby Jones Gospel, seen weekly by five million viewers. He has also won numerous awards for his contributions to gospel music, including the 1997 Stellar Award and NAACP Image Award.
Content
Contents
PREFACE
Rev. James Moore
Kurt Carr
Hezekiah Walker
LaShun Pace
Rev. Milton Biggham
Edwin Hawkins
Yolanda Adams
Doug Williams
Shirley Caesar
Kirk Franklin
Dottie Peoples
Donald Lawrence
Vanessa Bell Armstrong
Daryl Coley
Albertina Walker
John P. Kee
Dorothy Norwood
Mark Kibble
Vickie Winans
PREFACE
Rev. James Moore
Kurt Carr
Hezekiah Walker
LaShun Pace
Rev. Milton Biggham
Edwin Hawkins
Yolanda Adams
Doug Williams
Shirley Caesar
Kirk Franklin
Dottie Peoples
Donald Lawrence
Vanessa Bell Armstrong
Daryl Coley
Albertina Walker
John P. Kee
Dorothy Norwood
Mark Kibble
Vickie Winans