Sunday night he spoke at a fireside for local church members. He told his story about American Idol. His family had encouraged him to try out but he had just gotten a summer job doing lighting and sound at a local theater and didn't want to quit that opportunity for something that he most likely wouldn't get past the first round. He really struggled with the decision. "Who am I? I don't even like the sound of my voice and there are lots of really talented people who will try out." His parents had always taught them to pray about any question so he thought about praying if he should go to try out in San Diego but then why bother God with such a trivial question. "Surely Father doesn't care if I try out for some contest." So he decided he should go ahead and ask. The answer he got was "Ï have given you a talent. Go to the audition and I will use you for good." He never thought he would make it thru any round but he kept getting voted in. His whole attitude now is he wants to use his singing to lift others and let the Lord do with him what ever He needs. I am very impressed by his attitude. He won't wear the expensive clothes they try to dress him in because he doesn't want fans spending lots of money to dress like him.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uVURh-gZVEM
Thank you for your beautiful story and pictures! David's fans are so inspired by his humility and his dedication to serving others. ~JennyFOD
ReplyDeleteIt has been a privilege to observe this 20 year old conduct his life, such a lesson in humility for all. He has something special we all can strive for.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your post about David. I am a huge fan of David's heart! He has made an impact on my life and has introduced me to some amazing people - other fans. PaulaFOD
ReplyDeleteSo proud of David & all that he stands for! Never thought that a 20 year old could teach me how to live my life..hoping I can live up to it! Love that young man! ~Marylee_DAangel~
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your experience in meeting David. Aside from being a fan of his amazing voice, I have become a bigger fan of who David is as a person. He has such a light about him and he has helped so many become better people. Without trying, he has taught young and old what it means to give to others.
ReplyDeleteHis VOICE will forever touch our souls and his actions will forever be remembered
When you meet David, he is just luminous. He genuinely glows. I think we all know what it is we're seeing when we observe him. It's the Spirit.
ReplyDeleteKudos for David for being such a great example to us of righteous living and of serving others selflessly. I admire him incredibly.