What a pinch me moment to talk to Andy Chrisman from the band 4Him! His voice is iconic. Andy shares about the hit 4Him song that he didn’t even like at first, what it was like to be a part of the Billy Graham crusades, and the current Christian artists he is coaching. I grew up on 4Him's music because my dad is such a huge fan. So of course, my dad had to make a cameo in this episode and it left me way more emotional than I was prepared for.

From posting songs on Youtube to winning a Dove Award, Jamie Grace shares what it was like to get her dream job at such a young age. Jamie even shares how she ended up singing on stage with Adele! Because of her honest conversations about her own mental health, Jamie's has helped so many and is a refreshing delight. 

Mark Lowry is a beloved Christian comedian, singer, and songwriter best known for his sharp wit, heartfelt humor, and deep love for faith and family. On today's episode of "Pure Joy" he sits down with Joy Summers to share about helping to write “Mary, Did You Know?", touring with the Gaither Vocal Band, and what his momma said to him as a kid that inspired it all.

Mark's favorite versions of "Mary Did You Know."

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uaRpeMT1tjQ

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1jv_a24Bh6s

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vdchjKJP29w

He also mentions this book that changed his life:

 "The Grace Awakening" by Charles Swindoll

After 25 years in and out of the Chrisitian music industry, Rachael Lampa is looking back with fresh eyes. As a huge fan, I was geeking out to ask her all things I always wanted to know. Rachael reminisces about her rise to fame as a teen, how a Jonas brother helped her get engaged, and why she returned to Christian music after intentionally leaving. 

 Hear the previous interview that we reference here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YqnXMOdEO8g

Hear Rachael's re-release of her song "Blessed" with Stacie Orrico here:  https://youtu.be/MnleKjqgN2g?si=wXUsF5Mnj-uyh7Yc 

Remember the songs that shaped your faith? The ones you played on repeat during youth group road trips or in those seasons when your faith felt fresh and new? Pure Joy is a brand-new podcast where WayFM radio host Joy Summers is sitting down with the Christian artists she grew up listening to. We will uncover the stories behind their most iconic songs and even hear from fans whose lives were changed through their music.

If you’re longing for a little nostalgia, a lot of encouragement, and conversations that bring you closer to Jesus… this is your place.

Launching December 4th.