Jon Reddick: Racism, Reconciliation, and PB&Js

Backstage with Randy Phillips hosts a meaningful conversation with Jon Reddick, worship pastor and recording artist with a heart for the church. The discussion ranges from songwriting and visual arts to worship and racial reconciliation. You’re going to love hearing his perspective on life and ministry.
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[@victoriahafeli4157]

Randy, you are such a blessing. Your podcasts are amazing. I have been a fan of Phillips Craig and Dean since the beginning. When I moved to Austin several years ago and found out you pastored a church I started attending. I am blessed each time I attend. Thank you for all you do. Love all of your podcasts. Keep up the work for His kingdom. Many blessings to you.

[@inezday8179]

Amazing interview! Really enjoyed hearing how our willingness to share our life story’s brings each of us to a better understanding that we all struggle, which can keep “Hope alive”
Thanks Pastor Randy and Jon for keeping it real! ☝️

[@kylekeith5259]

Hi Randy, my name is Kyle. I am blind and have listened to your music ever since my mom and dad replay it in the car when I was a kid. And this podcast is awesome here in it so far do y’all take requests, I really would like to see Peter Furler, or Bart Millard on the show with Peter adoration by the Newsboys was another one of my favorite childhood albums in MercyMe with almost there same story

[@Songwriterbehindthecurtain]

A key aspect of telling a story with your lyrics is the use of descriptive language and imagery. Use vivid and evocative language to paint a picture in your listeners’ minds and help them see and experience your story. Use sensory details, metaphors, and other literary devices to bring your story to life and engage your listeners’ imaginations

[@Songwriterbehindthecurtain]

Pros of reading books over movies
There is more depth to a book, scenes are described in more detail, and have more plot-setting scenes.
A book allows the reader to use their imagination.
Readers follow the plot as it was intended by the author.
Cons of reading books over movies
Books take a long time to read, sometimes several days.
Some books can drag in the middle.
Dialogues can sometimes be unrealistic in books but come to life on the big screen.
Pros of watching movies over reading books
Movies are quicker than books.
You can watch a movie with a friend, but you can’t read a book with someone else.
You don’t have to concentrate on a movie and there is less need for your own imagination.
Acting is an art form.
Cons of watching movies over reading books
Scenes are often adapted or deleted based on what looks better visually.
Viewers are often left asking questions because scenes from the book not being included.
Characters can often be drastically changed.

[@Songwriterbehindthecurtain]

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[@Songwriterbehindthecurtain]

In conclusion, I think books are better than films. Books develop your imagination, are much more detailed than films, improve your English writing and are proven to help you get better jobs. Meanwhile films are socially better, quicker to watch and have more job opportunities. But can watching a film get you a better mark on your next English assessment? Can watching a film get you a better job? Can watching a film give you the same depth of the story, then reading a book? I would answer no to all these questions; you may answer yes to a couple. It’s your choice whether to watch a film or read a book. Though maybe think of this report before you choose, and remember; readers are leaders!