I think the first time you try anything in a public way, you feel really exposed.

Rich Mullins was the uneasy conscience of Christian music. He didn't live like a star. He'd taken a vow of poverty so that what he earned could be used to help others.

The people I've been exposed to have been people of amazing integrity.

In the past, when I'd recorded during a break in a tour, it was so easy to sing, because I felt strong. Also, like so many new mothers, I wasn't getting a lot of sleep, and sleeping is such a huge part of being able to sing.

You do your best, you do all this stuff, but the only thing that counts is faith expressing itself through love.

Heaven plants a special seed, and we must have faith.

I think our culture encourages all of us to always put our best foot forward. I think it's a good thing. I think it's nice to rise to the occasion, to be kind and considerate, and have self control.