The mind and the voice by themselves are not sufficient.
I don't worry too much about the script, I just ad lib, like Pearl Bailey.
Gospel music rhythms are not African in origin, although I know that's what the jazz experts say.
If you want me to sing this Christmas song with the feeling and the meaning, you better see if you can locate that check.
When you sing gospel you have a feeling there is a cure for what's wrong.
If you believe in God, He will open the windows of heaven and pour blessings upon you.