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Christian Music Artist: Don TiptonTo expose the world to good Christian music, and the anointed word of God thru the songs I sing, and the message I bring!
July 03 Talking about Wake Up Call
Quote Wake Up Call Wake Up CallAs with many of us independent artists I have a full time job to pay the bills. For me that job is closely related to Hank Hill’s job, from King Of The Hill. I work in the propane industry. Well this past week something happened that made the war in Iraq hit close to home for me. I went to do a gas service check at a house in the country outside Franklin, Tn, where some people had purchased this really nice house. Nothing fancy just a nice place. I went to the door , and a lady answered the door, I’d say she was around 25 or thereabouts. She invited me in. I followed her to the to the kitchen to check out her range. There was a couple of men there, one at the kitchen table, and the other standing in the middle of the kitchen, and there was a little girl about 4 years old I’d say. I didn’t pay much attention at first, and went about my business checking out the range. When I finished I asked the lady of the house to show me to the dryer, and that’s when I noticed the man standing had a walking stick, he was blind. I finished with the dryer, and asked if they had any gas logs. I followed her to the basement, and as I checked out the logs, down on my knees in front of the fireplace, we began talking. I could tell by the boxes all around they had just moved in. I commented on their nice house, and she began telling me that they just moved in, that her husband had been in the service, and he had been stationed in Germany for eight years, and that’s where they met. She was an Army brat, and her father was also stationed in Germany. Her husband, and her had met, fell in love, got married, and had a little girl, all while stationed in Germany. I said well at least your husband wasn’t stationed in Iraq, that’s when she said, Well actually, he had been stationed in Iraq, and that’s were he was when some type a flash weapon went off in his face, and now he is blind, There on my knees in front of that fireplace, my heart sank. All I could say was “Oh my God, I’m so sorry. I asked her, Do you think he would mind if I thanked him for serving his country? She said, No that would be great. When I finished down stairs, and climbed back up the steps, her husband was by himself sitting in the kitchen. I walked over and introduced myself, and said, Sir I’d like to thank you for serving your country, and laying your life on the line to protect freedom for all of us here. He shook my hand, and said, Your welcome. As I finished my gas check on the rest on the rest of the house, all I could think about was how we go on about our daily lives here in America, giving little thought to the extreme sacrifice of our men, and women of our armed forces who are laying it all on the line for us, everyday, with no regard to the fact that they may be injured, or permanently disabled, or even killed to protect our freedom. I prayed for this man, and the others like him who are still laying it all on the line for America. We take our freedom so lightly here in America I urge you to keep praying for our brave men, and women who are risking their lives everyday for us while serving our country. Not just in Iraq, but all around the world. I know that a lot of people are down on President Bush for sending our troops to Iraq, but this country’s colors don’t run, never have, and never will. Freedom is not free. It costs, but these men and women, and our President deserve our respect, our honor, our prayers, and our support. Not a bunch of wining when things don’t go as quickly, or exactly as we had hoped. The President holds on office, that we, the American people, because of our freedom, voted him into. If you don’t respect the man, at least respect the office he holds, and continue to pray for him, and support him, and our troops! We could have a dictator like Sadam, thank God for our freedom, and thank God for men like this man who put his life on the line for us. Keep on praying American. Without our prayers, We will not be one nation under God, but just one nation under. This is one man’s humble opinion, and you may not agree, but thank God we live in America where we have the right to disagree. This is a great country, it’s not perfect, but there’s no other place on earth I’d rather live. God Bess you, our troops, our President, and God Bless America. A humble Servant Of Christ, Don Tipton  . . . . .Artist Profile Link for Don Tipton.  .. .  . ..  .  Don Tipton's Bio:.Bio for: Contemporary Christian Artist: Don TiptonOnce in awhile an artist comes along that doesn’t quite fit the mold. Not just another artist shaped from the cookie cutter that the music industry tries to use in shaping musicians to all sound alike, so that their music is written to please the record company’s idea of what will sell. Even the Christian record companies have fallen into the trap, that an artist has to have a certain look, or style of music to be what they consider to successful. What is success anyway? Is it being able to sell millions of albums, or is it being able to stand before God on judgement day knowing you did your best to serve Him with the talent, and gifts He has given you. Something tells me that a lot of musicians will stand before the Lord on judgement day, that have sold millions of albums, and God will look at them, and say, depart from me, I never knew you. Success in God’s eyes is simply, did you do your best to honor Him with the talent He has given you? Have you shared the gospel message, and spoken the truth in your music without compromise, or fear of what the world will think of you? Were you true to His calling, or did you sell out to the music industry machine that says? Walk this way, talk this way, sound this way, and you’ll be a success! Yes, once in awhile an artist comes along who is not afraid to speak the truth of God in his music. The un-compromised word of God, and the un-apologized worship, and praise of the risen Lord Jesus Christ. Don Tipton is one of those artists who lays it all on the line in the lyrics of his songs. Why? It is simple, because Don Tipton is out to please God, and honor Him, and not man, or the music industry machine. Don Tipton may never sell millions of albums, but when He stands before God on judgement day, he will know he has done his best to be a faithful servant of Jesus Christ, who is the author, and finisher of his faith. Born in southern Ohio, where he learned to play guitar from his Uncle Howard who taught him a few chords. Don was brought up in a musical family, that would gather on Saturday nights to play country music on an old front porch. In high school he was introduced to rock music, and started a band with his best friend Al. They were called, “The American Destiny”. They mostly played at high school dances. After graduation, Don, and Al started a band called “Magic Mountain”. They played in bars, and nightclubs around southern Ohio. In 1976 Don, and his new wife, and child moved to Detroit, Mi. Where they spent the next twenty years, raising four daughters, and Don being active in their church worship band. During this time, Don played in several Christian bands. They played at coffee houses, youth meetings, churches, and even opened a few times for some big name Christian acts. Don’s bands played all original material, mostly written by Don himself. In 1996, Don decided to go solo, and get back to playing acoustic guitar driven songs, as that was where is heart is. So he packed up his stuff, and along with his wife, and youngest daughter ( who was a senior in high school), moved to Nashville, TN. Now thanks to the modern day internet, Don Tipton songs are being heard all over the world. In October of 2005, Don released his first solo album called “Holy Fire!” which is available at www.cdbaby.com/tipton or if you prefer digital MP3 downloads, go to www.soundclick.com/dontipton or, www.broadjam.com/dontipton This album is full of his passionate love for Christ. Acoustic guitar driven songs that are filled with the word of God, and truly anointed by God’s Spirit. Prepare to be taken into the presence of God thru the music of Don Tipton. Once in awhile a rare gem comes along in the music industry. Don Tipton is one of those jewels. Don Tipton Ministries P.O. Box 682726 Franklin, TN. 37068-2726 Artist website: www.dontipton.com email: dontipministries@dontipton.com Coming soon! A new album by Don Tipton called “High Time!” July 02 Testimony of How I came to faith in Christ!Hi! I’m Contemporary Christian Artist Songwriter: Don Tipton, the former lead singer for the Christian rock band: "Compassion". I’m happily married, and the proud father of four daughters. Originally from Ohio, I spent a number of years in Michigan, during which I was part of the worship team at my home church. I now reside in Tennessee. I’m a Christian singer, songwriter, and also play guitar. I’ve been a Spirit filled Christian for most of my adult life. My style of music ministers to young, and old a like. Life has not always been easy, and I’ve endured my share of struggles, but through it all Jesus Christ has been my solid rock. My Christian roots go back almost thirty years, since I first came to faith in Christ in April of 1976. I’ve been playing in bands since I was in high school. I grew up in southern Ohio, were I played country music with my family, then when I got in high school I was introduced to rock music. I’ve played in the rock bands: American Destiny, and Magic Mountain. After I became a Christian, I moved to Detroit, Michigan, where I played in several Christian bands, "The Promise Land Band", and "Compassion", and then, afterwards I went solo, and in 1996 moved to Nashville, TN. to get near the music business. I have continued to write both Christian music, and Country music, and at last I have the chance to share some of the songs I’ve written over the years, thanks to the modern miracle of the internet. Now Don Tipton songs are now being heard all over the world. For Prayer requests, or information on my ministry, please contact me thru my artist website at www.dontipton.com, or Email me at dontipministries@dontipton.com I have just recently released my first solo album called "Holy Fire", songs that are filled with the word of God, therefore they are heavily anointed by God's Spirit, for the anointing rests on God's word, which will not return unto Him void, but will accomplish all that He has sent it to do, according to the scriptures. These are songs that will minister to you were you live. They will touch your heart, and spirit, and lead you into worship of the Living God. Songs such as the straight up lively worship song, "Hallelujah", to the country rock song "Holy Fire", the title cut from the album, to the easy listening finger picking song of "Here In Your Presence", which is climbed to number six on the Christian charts at www.broadjam.com . You can purchase my new CD "Holy Fire" at www.cdbaby.com/tipton Be on the look out for my new Christian album that I plan on releasing later this year called, "High Time", I am currently only excepting bookings in the Nashville area, and if you are a Pastor, or music minister at your church, and you would be interested in me coming to minister in song, then contact me at my Email address at dontipministries@dontipton.com Please only legitimate offers will be considered. Contact me for details, or you can find more information about Don Tipton Ministries at my website at www.dontipton.com. You can also find resources at my website, such as free guitar wallpapers, bible studies, and devotions, and a whole host of links to other resources, so take the time to stop by, and don't forget to sign my guest book, and leave a message so we know how we're doing. God Bless You! Thanks for your time, and interest, His Servant, Don Tipton You can purchase the album "Holy Fire!' at www.cdbaby.com/tipton   
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