04.11.2014 - By Nate Fancher: Songwriter, Christian Music Maker, Blogger
As Christians we are told that we will go through suffering. A Christian life without tribulation doesn’t exist, and the way that Christian artists and songwriters respond to suffering, really matters.
Today on the podcast we bring back some friends. Kristen Gilles’ new album just released on April 1st entitled Parker's Mercy Brigade.
We originally had Bobby and Kristen Gilles on the CMB Podcast in episode 23. In that episode we touched more on their process for songwriting, so if you haven't heard that one, check it out here.
In today's episode, we focus more on their powerful testimony of coming through an incredibly difficult time of suffering, when they lost their new born son Parker minutes after he was born.
Here's what we touched on:
Their story of working through suffering
How to respond appropriately in times of mourning
The creative process for the new album
The story of "God of All Comfort"
Producer Jonatan Barahona
Group vocals and worshiping in the studio
Great songs and albums that can't be manufactured
Bobby on releasing singles
Partnership with Nadus films
The Spotify dilema
Remembering that you're not alone
The gifts God gave you are not just for you
Grieving happens in isolation, but mourning happens in community
Links
The new album, Parker's Mercy Brigade
Bobby and Kristen's blog
Nadus Films
Hungry for Hope conference
Finding Balance
Parker's Mercy Brigade