Chosen

John 15: 16 "You have not chosen me, I chose you."

Last night I wrote and recorded this week's G.O.D. Friday track "Put It On Me". It was another long night of creating, but a fruitful one. In the process of writing I looked up many different scriptures that might relate to Christ putting on our sin. In the course of writing I came a across the scripture verse from John above. God isn't begging us to choose Him because He already chose us! How powerful is this concept and well stated by Christ. For this reason, I decided to put this verse in the song.

Well, I had more confirmation that God is present in my writing and recording process... Today I embarked on a Journey to San Lorenzo Franciscan Seminary in Santa Ynez California for a Chaminade High School Retreat. Once we arrived to the very scenic and secluded retreat center it was time to eat! While eating I looked up and saw a large piece of art hanging on the wall which read "You have not chosen me, I chose you". I was in awe and thought immediately back to that lyric used in my song merely hours before I arrived at the center. To me this is no coincidence and I've very aware God's hand in the creation of G.O.D. Music. I'm also aware that He chose me and I must respond accordingly.

In faith,

Joe

GOD's Got Me Covered

Today was a great day it was a G.O.D. Day. That's right... I released my first track called "Covered by the Blood" compliments of G.O.D.(Giving Others Depth) Music. Yes, it was a lot of work and I didn't get much sleep last night, but it was completely worth it. I'm thankful with how the song turned out. Jeffrey Dufresne had an amazing feature on the track and overall I really was feelin the vibe.

The day was not only great because I released new music to praise God, but I was able to continue my everyday work in ministry at Chaminade Middle School and High School. I truly value my job as Pastoral Associate. The ability to minister to the youth daily brings purpose to my life. I'm extremely blessed. On top of everything I had the privilege of being a guest on the BUSTED HALO SHOW on the Catholic Channel on Sirius & XM radio. On the show, I conversed with host Fr. Dave Dwyer about the G.O.D. Friday movement. They played a portion of the song I released and it was a really fun interview. It was truly a G.O.D. Friday!

Well the my day is just now coming to an end at 1am but 20 mins ago something pretty big happened. I was in my car, and as I turned up the volume of my radio I heard my song "Covered By The Blood". I had a double take because my iphone wasn't plugged in or playing the song... I was listening to the re-run of the Busted Halo Show from earlier today. I've been on the show quite a few times before but never was able to hear my music from the radio speakers. A big smile came across my face because I thought to myself "wow, my song was just on the radio... I made that song last night and now it could possibly be in the minds and hearts of all listening to the Catholic Channel."

Only with God could something like this happen. Yes, I put work in, but it was for His Glory and for the GOOD of His People. It was at this moment I knew God's Got Me Covered... with His blood... His love... His mercy... His opportunity and so much more.

Praise Him!

Joe

G.O.D. MUSIC

Lately I've been pretty inspired.... Inspired by God, creation, and especially those sharing their gifts and talents with the world. One person that comes to mind is KANYE WEST. Yes, he's had his failings, but haven't we all. Every Friday till Christmas Kanye releases a new FREE track off his website www.kanyewest.com. It's called G.O.O.D. Music which stands for (GETTING OUT OUR DREAMS). He brings on all kinds of artists and makes good music to share with the world. This is a true artist. He feeds off sharing art! It's a movement of creativity and I'm a big fan!

Monday, during all saints day mass, I had a revelation. If Kanye can maintain inspiration to write and record a track once a week... why can't I? So after a lot of thought and prayer I have decided to go for it! I will be giving out G.O.D. (GIVING OTHERS DEPTH) Music every Friday until Christmas. I want to push myself to share the gift of music with others that propels them to go deeper. With this depth new levels of spirituality may arise, relationships may be healed, prayers may be made, bibles may be read....the possibilities are endless. We as a human family need to dig deeper into our true self... the reason God made us. I will be featuring different artists on the G.O.D. Friday releases. The first track COVERED BY THE BLOOD will feature HiP HoP Artist KNU ERA.

So come back FRIDAY to receive some G.O.D. MUSIC!

Peace,

Joe