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From
the time M. Steven picked up his first guitar at the age of 12, he knew
that he wanted to do nothing else. He would spend the rest of his life
writing and singing songs.
He started singing professionally
before he was out of high school, and released his first record (they
were called that back then) before he graduated. Recorded on the Holy
Kiss label in Nashville, owned by CCM pioneer Randy Matthews and his
father Monty Matthews (Elvis Presley's backup group, the Jordanaires),
it was M
Steven's first real taste of Music City's Record "Business".
Not happy with what he saw in the
business side of Nashville, he left
the "industry" soon after and has worked as an 'independent' ever
since. One might say that M. Steven was an advocate for INDIE artists,
before it was popular to be an INDIE.
Over the years, he has
shared the stage with many big names in the business - even a few
legends, names we know you've heard of. However, if you ask him
about these things, he
brushes all that aside and turns the conversation toward His God.
He places very little emphasis on fame or fortune.
Often asked to describe his music, he finds it difficult ...
"Life
is filled with a lot of questions." he says. "I try to write and sing
about the
answer." and he believes that Jesus Christ is the ONLY answer
to ALL the questions that
life throws at us. "Ultimately," he continues
"Jesus IS the answer to everything. He REALLY is!"
You will
often find him wearing a T-shirt and Jeans. He tells people that his
favorite T-shirt is one that says: "I am the Wretch the Song Refers to."
He
knows and understands the grace and mercy of God more than many
perhaps. "Over the years I've walked in some pretty sad, lonely and
dark places. I sing 'Amazing Grace' from my heart."

"I write about these things and
about the
wonderful place where we will be going one day!" He continues. "Heaven
is one of my favorite subjects!" I write what I feel, what its
like to be a child of our loving Heavenly Father.
"I also try to have fun! Being
a Christian has its ups and downs but it sure is an adventure! There
are times when we experience broken hearts and walk through some deep
valleys - life is like that for everyone...
""I have told you these things, so
that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But
take heart! I have overcome the world." John 16:33
...but there are
times when being a Christian is a blast too!"
His music is anointed and sure to bless you. Its purpose is to lift
your heart
and draw you closer to a heavenly Father who loves you more than words
can express. His concerts are entertaining, but ultimately he
will usher the audience into a time of worship and praise sure to left
the lowest of heart.
When not in
concert or rolling down the highway in the bus, you will find M. Steven
and his family working with the homeless and social outcast in Central
Florida where they are currently pastoring a small missions church.
You can learn more about his music, the books he has authored and his
ministry to the poor at http://smithsontheroad.com
In "Concert"
Kansas City - 2007
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Mark is available for
concerts or speaking engagements. If you would like to have him
come for your next retreat, special event, or maybe for a concert
in your church, contact his ministry office at the email address below.
No venue or event is
too
large or too small. We really enjoy HOUSE CONCERTS!
For Bookings please:
Contact
Tyler C.G. Smith
AT THIS EMAIL ADDRESS:
bussinsmiths (AT) yahoo DOT com
Click
here for References
& Testimonies

Scroll
down to hear a few of Mark's songs.
My Lord
and I
© 2006 M. Steven Smith
We
laugh together when my heart is glad
We cry together when I'm sad
We
share memories of long ago
Of good times and bad
I met Him on a summer's day
and afternoon in July
We've been walking hand in hand since then
My Lord and I
verse 2
There
came a time in this walk of life
when I'd lost my way
I fell so hard I nearly lost my mind
what a price to pay
I thought I'd lost the call to serve my Savior
I felt the two of us were through
But in my darkest hour, He stood beside me
Faithful and true
verse 3
There's
one more chapter I can't wait to tell you
About my Lord and I
He promised me He's gonna build a mansion
Way up in the sky
He'll introduce me to His loving Father
The one who makes all things new
What a reunion, one big happy family
Will you be there too?
Chorus
My Lord
and I
My Lord and I
One day we'll see each other
Face to face
My Lord and I
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