I didn't come from a Christian home. If you want to know one of the Christian heroes that shaped my life as a young rebellious teenager - it was CARMEN.
His music inspired me, taught me, and helped me grow as a believer.
He will be missed, but today this former bar performer turned Christian singer that touched so many lives, including my own, is with the Father and will see the fruits of his labor.
@Rinati me too. I remember when I was 15 years old, I promised God that if I got a car, I would only play Christian music in and use it for His purpose. Carmen, Ray Boltz (who graduated from my high school), Petra, Michael W Smith, DC Talk, Amy Grant, Jars of Clay, and even Sandy Patti were the ONLY ones I jammed out to in my car as a teenager.