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

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!

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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