Joe L. Barnes - The Good Shepherd LP, Serving the Priesthood, Prioritizing Relationships

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In this week’s episode of the Sonical.ly Podcast, we’re joined by the Grammy Award-winning gospel artist Joe L. Barnes—known for his incredible work with Maverick City Music and heartfelt solo projects like Good Shepherd. Joe L.'s music has touched the hearts of millions around the world, and in this powerful conversation, we dive deep into his journey of faith, music, and personal growth.

In this episode, Joe L. shares:

🔸 Growing up in a household filled with music from Usher to Kirk Franklin.
🔸 The balance between Christian notoriety and maintaining authentic relationships.
🔸 The story behind Promises—how a song written for a room of friends became a global anthem.
🔸 How the Good Shepherd album reflects his personal faith journey.
🔸 Advice for aspiring songwriters on being a student of the craft.
🔸 Much more, including his process for songwriting, creativity, and balancing fame with faith.

Key takeaways from Joe L.:

Faith and Music – Maintaining a deep connection to God is central to everything Joe L. does, both in music and life.

Creative Process – Joe L. emphasizes that the most profound creations often come from a deeply personal place. Promises started as a simple song among friends and became an anthem of hope for the world.

Serve, Don’t Sell – Joe L. highlights the importance of serving others through music, rather than seeing it as a product to sell, especially in Christian music.

This episode is filled with inspiration for music creators, gospel lovers, and anyone navigating their creative and spiritual journey.

🎧 Joe L. Barnes Social Media:
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📌 Tik Tok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@iamjoe_l?_t=8...
📌 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5nO7Y... 

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