Category: anthems of a broken world

From Cambodia to the States, from the stage to my desk…

It all feels surreal to be back, feels as if it never happened. I haven’t had a chance to process everything in my mind, sit down, analyze, have some tea and write my thoughts. Everything happened so fast. Seems like just yesterday I was having breakfast in Siem Reap and ready for a new adventure. This whole trip has been life changing, on so many levels. I am going to attempt to sit back here and there and write my thoughts on the anthems project, Cambodia, and what now? Things are really sinking in now, and my heart , mind, body and soul have gone into shock. It has not been an easy journey and it continues to be one full of challenges. It is inevitable that when you stand up and do something Good, the opposition brings its guns to bring you down in hopes of destroying your dream, your life, your vision, and all the things you love. But we gotta keep moving, not matter what.
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I hope you have all enjoyed the anthems for a broken world album. Those are some of the closest songs to my heart. Tons of sweat, blood and tears went into that…Well maybe not blood. LOL. I hope you embrace them, sing them, move and dance to them, but most importantly tell others about them. Yesterday morning as Trav hit us with the message on Obedience I gotta admit things got a little emotional for me. Watching the footage from Cambodia, the kids running and dancing, the homes being built. I can not believe I am part of this. God could’ve chosen someone more qualified and yet he gave me the chance. I am humbled in levels I can’t even express. Anthems for a broken world is not just another album, but a world changing movement. Thanks for being part of this journey with us. And I am so grateful to God for allowing that radical conversation infront of Flagship cinemas with Travis. At the time that conversation was so casual and I couldn’t see the big picture. But now its like looking up at this huge mountain and being in awe of the possibilities. We’ve taken the first steps into something great, something revolutionary, something our kids will carry on when I am gone…let me breath….whooh….So? What are your favorite songs on the Anthems project and why?

Yesterday was a great day at LPC. To get the full 411 visit these guyz…Phil, Ritz, the Major. Yesterdays sermon really hit home. I am going to try and have that sermon on audio and video up as soon as possible. “Responding with a positive attitude inspite of my circumstances, is true obedience”, this really stood out for me yesterday morning. I can tell Travis was itching to be back on the stage, bringin it!!! It was cool to see the LPC community again. You guys are freakn amazing! and your support is priceless!

This Wed I am taking a quick trip to Nashville to record the Anthems project in spanish. Yep, you heard it. The Anthems Project is going bilingual. Para mi raza..bueno para todas las razas. It’s going to be alot of work but it will be well worth it.  I will share details on this very soon. So keep me in your thoughts and prayers this week. Busy Busy Busy!!! If you haven’t already joined a team at LPC you gots to!!!! Production! the creative arts! the worship band! Hit me up, I’ll get you connected. jesse@life-pointe.com

I think thats it for now. Gonna head off to hopefully get the last of the physical therapy treatments for my neck and back. I lay in an MRI machine today at 1030am…Not looking forward to that. I am a chicken when it comes to medical and hospital stuff…On a positive note. I am going to attempt to “start” writing the book I’ve been chatt’n about for quite some time. I think a few yrs now. Not sure how to start, where to start…but I’m gonna figure it out and get it done. Stories in the making that I hope will encourage you. Any suggestions> Authors out there that can give me a few pointers.

Peace out!!!

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Random Thoughts…

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Yesterday I was out for the count with a flew bug. I think it’s almost gone though…Lots of fluid i think drowned it out. So last night Reina, Diego and myself took a walk to get out the house and get some fresh air. We talked about what’s been going on and wondering what’s next. I must admit I am really nervous and scared about the next few weeks. From flying to Cambodia and performing infront of possibly 20,000 people at Winter Fest. I try not to listen to the Anthems album too much, maybe I am my own worst critic. I think the music sounds amazing, the band is super tight, the song writing is there, my voice?…I guess it’s just weird listening to yourself. This is the greatest project I have ever been part of. To think this album is gonna help build a village across the globe, is pretty overwhelming and nerve recking. Every part of me feels underqualified, but then again aren’t we all. God takes the dysfunctional and does some amazing things. Or miracles I should say. Not  sure what life is gonna look like this year…

We finally got a vehicle after waiting months to hear from Insurance companies. This whole accident we were in totally flipped things inside out. Christmas eve our Chevy Blazer was totalled when “john Doe” took a stop sign and rammed into us. My Dad was hurt in the accident and I’ve had some neck and back issues since, hence the therapy pics on Facebook and electro twitters. It’s all good though, I know everything will work out. We’re in the market to buy a home so that’s been our new project.

I am trying my best to stay sane throughout this whole album process, our accident, and everything else. It has been so much work, but I know it is going to pay off. I am excited for this journey thus far. I know it won’t be easy but the outcome will be great. I just got an opportunity to pitch some of my acoustic spanish songs to an amazing artist, soon enough I will tell you who…It is jaw dropping a little.

Great things are happening here at Life Pointe, and the Santoyo’s are excited and proud to be part of it. We’re going on 2 yrs here in South Florida and it looks like we will be here for a very long time. I hope you guys don’t mind?…That’s it for now. I’m gonna focus on being Jesse the husband, father, friend, leader and companion I know I can be for sure…Not sure I fit into the rockstar, world changer, and pastor trousers yet…

peace

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p.s. I am in a need of a manager to help with the creative projects I will be working on. Accepting resumes!!