Dan's Bio

I’ve been on my Christian journey since I was a boy.  It’s been a journey of great joy and fulfillment, however with all travels there have been some bumps in the road.  The path is not an easy one, but it’s a sojourn that I don’t have to walk alone.  God is with me.  Whether on the mountain or in the valley, He is there.  And I’m committed to Him. My walk at times might be slow and sometimes I’ve slipped backwards, but through it all I continue the journey just “keep on keeping on.”

As a teenager I learned that my walk was really about developing a relationship with Jesus.  Spending time with Him by reading the word, listening, praying and worshiping was all part of my spiritual growth. I also learned that I needed to be available and willing for the Lord to use me.  One way He used me was with my musical abilities.  I found life long friends who together we began using our talents to serve Him.  This was an exciting time of my life.  I began to write music and perform, sharing my faith both to friends and strangers.  One thing that I tried to keep in perspective was that though our ministry was small, for a few people who met the Lord, it was huge. 

As a young man my sojourn’s emphasis turned towards work and raising a family.  What a better way to serve the Lord than by raising a child to come to know Him.   Like most fathers you learn to perform a balancing act of family, work, church, school, and activities.  There really wasn’t much of a choice, for a time music would have to take a back seat.  Nursery duty and teaching Sunday school would take priority.

About 7 years ago my walk led me back to music.  I must admit there was some fear and reluctance to start again, but the call to go back to work musically was loud and clear.  The method however would be different.  Instead of performing, we began to record our music.  I found great joy in writing new music and reworking old songs.  I’m very proud of what we have accomplished, and I can’t wait to see what God can do with this CD.  I have realistic expectations with this album, but the Lord often does things that are unrealistic and unexpected.  The CD is in His hands to use, as am I.  Sure, I would love for our music to be heard by many people, but if it touches just one person that’s fine with me because for that person the impact is huge.

While on my sojourn, my love and commitment for Him has grown.  At times I might stumble, but He’s always there to lift me up.  When I’m afraid and my faith is weak, He shines a light so that I can see.  With Him I must persevere, continue the journey, and “keep on keeping on.”

Dan