When I stay focused and honest about who I am and the image that I hope to portray, then I won't find myself stranded in unfamiliar territory chasing….

As a nation we've been faced with so many tragedies since the beginning of this Millennium and I believe we have even more reason to pray. Many peopl….

Learn your craft well. Take care of your own business. Success (popularity) is fleeting for most, but longevity lies in a quality craft with integrit….

Praying is simple. Use the words that you know. You don't have to be eloquent, just sincere and reverent..

I've been fortunate to live a very full professional life. Most of it has happened through God's graciousness and not from something I've imagined..

If there's something more awaiting me in the future, I'd rather leave it up to God since what He creates is far better than my imagination..

I've recorded songs that are prayers in different styles, not just in the traditional gospel style that can help and comfort them. It's the words tha….

I have never stopped performing live.I've been blessed with the talent to sing and play the piano so I can fit into a lot of different configurations….

I enjoyed all of the tours and learned something from everyone..

I'm so honored to have been a part of something so meaningful that helped to keep so many families and loved ones connected..

I will never forget Oprah's [Winfrey] major contribution to my success by having me perform on her show (March '91) and introducing me as, "the voice….

From the church I received a spiritual foundation that has kept me balanced. From the gospel music I learned the importance of singing with emotion- ….

There has to be solidarity among the artists, songwriters and all the creative forces within that circle in order for the necessary changes to take p….