My dear dad that died in August, 1983. My great grandmother, Sarah, who was a missionary and is also with the Lord. My ministry buddy, Tara Oliver who has the biggest heart and makes me laugh. My best friend, Denise, who is the kindest and most giving person I have ever known and is a constant source of support and encouragement.
Love Is Above It All (2005)
Review of new album CD, "Love Is Above It All"
This album is a wonderful gift to the world of music, and certainly will be a continual testament to glorify and honor our Holy Father above. The chosen songs are very inspiring, and touching. The message is clear and concise in each and every selection. Jackie sings each and every song from the heart, and you can feel and hear the loving touch of The Holy Spirit laced throughout this entire album, lending approval and a divine flavor.
Jackie has a totally unique sense of what she thinks is worthy of communicating in a song. Her lyrics are chosen carefully, and the pattern of chords and melody are also from a universe far, far, away. She is a hybrid blend of many wonderful influences, and musical heroes. It would be very difficult to categorize this artist, because she is simply unique. She is one of God's splendid ambassadors of music.
This music is hard to be viewed as "just another album". It is easy to see, that this artist is well read, and well traveled. You just don't arrive at this point of creativity, without having a prior track record in life. She is quite entertaining, to say the least, and easy to feel at ease around her. Her diction and lyrics are clear and precise, and the musical delivery is no less focused on her vision.
You cannot listen to an artist of this league, and compare her to several others. You must allow yourself to open up, free up some boundaries or barriers that we have become accustomed to. She is very confident, and is fired-up for the Lord's ministry and message. But, her inner beauty shines through in these songs loud and clear. Her intonation is dead-on , and she has no shortage of power for the crystal clear high range of notes, that she flawlessly executes time after time.
In the midst of so much cannon fodder, musically, that is forced upon us by mainstream radio, I find an artist of this caliber very refreshing.
Jackie has her own voice. She simply does not sound like anyone else. Personally, I find great value in that alone. Her voice has a tremendous projection, and could be compared to Connie Smith, or Linda Rhonstadt in the amount of thrust her voice exudes.
The album, "Love Is Above It All", shows wonderful colors of this artist's palette.
Folks, if you are tired of the same old vanilla,......rest assured, there are definitely a number of new flavors in this album, that you're sure to like. No matter what type of music appeals to you, this is an extremely attractive work of music that is sure to draw many people to the riches and blessings that we are offered and allowed by Our Creator And Master, The Lord Our God.
Review By:
Merlin Gene Grigsby - President of Aviation Specialties, LLC, Nashville, TN
Review Date:
1/5/2006
Love Is Above It All (2005)
A UNIQUE VERSATILE CREATION WITH 9 FIRST TIME RECORDED SONGS. EACH CUT HAS A DIFFERENT STYLE VARYING FROM TRADITIONAL COUNTRY, TEXAS COUNTRY, POP-COUNTRY AND CONTEMPORARY COUNTRY.
From the first few notes you hear, you instantly know, "That is Jackie Bates." Her incomparable and unmistakably distinctive voice - undeniable faith in her Lord Jesus Christ perfectly interwoven with her love for the people -- captivates your listening heart and ushers you into God's presence.
Jackie has ministered for more than two decades, occupying a place among Christian genre's musical artists. God's path for Jackie's life has involved her in street ministry, prison ministries, as a keynote speaker for woman's conferences and for fun - events that allows her to impersonate her favorite country singer, Patsy Cline.
As an admired Christian artist and minister, Jackie has received multiple accolades for her recent album, "Love Is Above It All". In 2007, nominated for "Country Artist of the Year" and "Southern Gospel Artist of the Year" by the Christian Independent Artists (CIA Summit) Momentum Awards".
Known for her gentle humility, authentic warmth and engaging graciousness, Jackie's love for the people has uniquely endeared her to the countless devoted fans that enthusiastically follow her career. Yet it is her unwavering faith that has been the greatest source of inspiration to all who have been blessed by her journey throughout the years.
Diagnosed with cancer in 2002, Jackie experienced the healing power of Jesus Christ. Over the course of the years, she has shared her miracle with multitudes testifying of an even more profound dimension of God's grace and strength. As Jackie describes her walk with Christ, "I do not second guess Him. I have discovered that the years of walking with Christ have given me a faith of steel - unmovable, unshakable. His mercy, grace and benefits are unfathomable and indescribable."
Of her own life, Jackie says, "I conclude simply that, for me, there is no other way but to follow Christ... to seek Him... to run to Him. He has a place in my heart that longs for Him." Jackie's compelling desire in the days ahead is radiate the love of Jesus, uplift the downtrodden and point all toward a more vigorous pursuit of Christ.
"When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left and could say, "I used everything you gave me." -Erma Bombeck
When a potter bakes a pot, he checks its solidity by pulling it out of the oven and thumping it.
If it "sings," it's ready. If it "thuds," it's placed back in the oven.
The character of a person is also checked by thumping.
Been thumped lat...
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A few weeks ago I wrote a S.P.A.M. about 2 blind horses that used a bell around their necks to summon each other for help and direction.
Well, ole Jazzy is ringing her bell because she needs some warriors for prayer.
I'm battling a physic...
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Hey, hey, hey - Happy Monday to all my wonderful SL buddies!!!
I got some great news!!! My fabulous friend/sister/songwriter, Lea has joined us on ShoutLife!!!
Please give her that warm embracing "welcome" because I have talked about all of yo...
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August 27, 1983
The day my life changed forever.
Jack E. Morris - my daddy.
The love of my life lost his life to cancer August 27, 1983.
But what a legacy of love he left me.
I was his girl, his companion, his namesake.
I was th...
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JAZZY JAX'S S.P.A.M. WEEKLY DELIGHT
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As I was working in my flower garden this morning and talking with MY Father God, He brought to my mind how our lives are liken to plants and flowers that grow...
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So Happy to hear This!! God is Good!!To have no Pain is awsome,Hang In there,He isn't Done yet!!I'am so glad you had a wonderful Day, Love You Jackie, Darlene
Praying for you, Jackie!
"Show the wonder of your great love, you who save by your right hand those who take refuge in you from their foes" (Ps 17:7 NIV).
A mother asked her nine-year-old son what he learned in Sunday School that day. He said the teacher told them how God sent Moses behind enemy lines to rescue the Israelites and lead them out of Egypt. When they got to the Red Sea, the army built a pontoon bridge and everyone walked across safely. Then they saw the Egyptians coming, so Moses radioed for reinforcements. Bombers came and blew up the bridge, so the people were saved.
His mother asked, "Is that really what the teacher said?"
"No," he replied, "but if I told it the way the teacher did, you'd never believe it."
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MORNING GIGGLE!!! BUT, MORE THAN A GIGGLE! THERE IS A TRUTH IN THIS WE HAVE TO BELIEVE. GOD'S WORD WILL STAND THE TEST OF TIME. IT IS ALIVE, TIMELESS, ETERNAL, INSPIRED AND HOLY. TO MANY IT SEEMS LIKE A FAIRY TALE, NOT PROBABLE, FAR OUT, MISINTERPRETED, BUT THE TRUTH IS, IT IS THE PURE, UNADULTERATED,UNCHANGING WORD OF THE LIVING GOD, IN WHOM WE HAVE PUT OUR COMPLETE TRUST AND ALLEGIANCE TO0. AND YOU CAN STAKE YOUR LIFE ON THE DRY LAND STORY, THAT IT IS THE ABSOLUTE TRUTH, AND JUST ONE OF MANY IN THE BOOK! (NOW THE PONTOON BRIDGE, RADIOING FOR REINFORCEMENTS, THAT THE LITTLE BOY WAS TELLING, THAT IS KIND OF HOW THE WORLD WOULD PASS IT OFF TODAY) BUT IF THE WORD OF THE LIVING GOD TALKS ABOUT DRY LAND, WATERS HELD BY, SANDALS NOT WORN OUT FOR 40 YEARS, ANGELS WRESTLING WITH MEN, DONKEYS SPEAKING, FOOD FALLING FROM HEAVEN, A SHIP BUILT TO HOLD ANIMALS, DEAD MEN RAISED, PIGS DROWNING, WALLS FALLING DOWN, MOUNTAINS TREMBLING, WATERS TURNING INTO BLOOD, A PERFECT MAN DYING ON A CROSS, CONQUERING DEATH, HELL AND THE GRAVE, BECAUSE HE SAID HE LOVED ME, A TRUMPET FROM HEAVEN SOUNDING, MANY GRAVES BURSTING OPEN OF LOVED ONES WHO HAVE DIED IN THE LORD, THE KING OF GLORY DESCENDING TO RECEIVE THOSE WHO KNOW HIM, MY, MY, MY, I BELIEVE EVERY BIT OF IT TO THE VERY LAST LETTER!
TODAY, HE CAN TAKE YOU THROUGH ROUGH WATERS,(REMEMBER THE LITTLE SONG, "WHEN I THINK I'M GOING UNDER PART THE WATERS LORD, WHEN I FEEL THE WAVES AROUND ME, CALM THE SEAS, WHEN I CRY FOR HELP, OH HEAR ME LORD, AND HOLD OUT YOUR HAND"......
HE CAN CAUSE YOU TO MOUNT UP WITH WINGS LIKE EAGLES, HE WILL BE THE ROCK YOU CAN COUNT ON IN YOUR LIFE, HIS WORD IS YOUR ARK OF SAFETY...HE SAYS HE HAS ELEVATED HIS WORD EVEN ABOVE HIS NAME, THAT'S HOW IMPORTANT IT IS! HIS WORD WILL LEAD YOU TO THE OTHER SIDE....YOU CAN BANK ON IT~!!! (NO PUN INTENDED:)
THANK YOU FATHER FOR YOUR WORD, THAT IT IS TRUTH AND LIFE TO ME. IT IS A LAMP UNTO MY FEET AND A LIGHT UNTO MY PATH. THANK YOU FOR SENDING YOUR SON AND FOR THE BLOOD THAT HE SHED ON CALVARY SO THAT I COULD BELIEVE..... THANK YOU, THANK YOU....~~
HAVE A WALK ON WATER KIND OF DAY SHOUTLIFERS !! TISHA
John 14:12-13 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do; because I go unto my Father. And whatsoever ye shall ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son.
John 14:23 Jesus answered and said unto him, If a man love me, he will keep my words: and my Father will love him, and we will come unto him, and make our abode with him.
MUUUUUUUUUUUUUWAAAAAAAAH! 8-) Hope you are blessed with a refreshing night sleep, good health, and the job He has specifically chosen for you! In Jesus name Amen!
Be Blessed. Thanks for being a treasure in my life.
Wow, I am honored to take up such a large space on your page! You are a gem!
My Beautiful and FAITHFUL dear and sweet Jackie-Jax!
I wanted to stop by and tell you AGAIN how special and loved you are!
Yep....YOU just ARE! Thats it :D
No Job yet??
Feeling a little better yet?
Any news you want to share since your last shout-out??
As soon as you see the picture of Wanda Obermeier you can't help but notice the warmth of her smile. That comes from a heart of pure devotion to the Lord. Through her guest comments and e-mails, I have gotten to know her a little better and I have been touched by her sweet spirit. Now you can be touched as well.
Wanda has allowed me to promote some of her songs on my site, and I feel honored to do so. So drop my page, listen to her music, and get blessed.
You don't know how much your message means.. I've been in the oven and baked lately with some health issues of my own. I'll pray that you will have a special healing and it sounds as if you have!
Hi Jackie! Just thinking about you,and usually that means to Pray,I know you will continue to Walk in Perfect Health In Jesus Name!!no more aches or pains,just A Total Healing From The Top Of Your Head To The Bottom of Your Feet!!and as you are! Praise Him Always!!Your much Loved! Darlene
