Why?

Lately people have been questioning me about why I had chosen not to major in music anymore. I am writing this so my explanation can be clearly understood. Please understand that I love music. It is a passion of mine and a God-given gift that I have been able to use to help advance his kingdom. If I would have continued majoring in it, things would have gone down hill.

For the longest time, I wanted to become a famous Christian singer. I would have been doing something great for the Lord, but I had the wrong motive. Deep down I really wanted to do this to make myself look good. Kind of like the motive that some people have when worshiping the Lord and praying. They just wanted to make theirselves look good. I believe the Lord punished me by making me fail a music course. I didn't see it then, but lately I have been looking back on that and have come to this conclusion.

Does this mean I am throwing music out of my life? No because God still continues to use me in my church, my school, CSF, etc. by ministering to others in song. Music will continue to be a part of my life and God will continue to allow me to use this gift to inspire others. Plus I would have worked hard all these years for nothing.

Today, in case anyone didn't know, I am a psychology major and am in pursuit of becoming a school counselor for ages K-12. This requires at least a Master's degree through the education program at IUS. This is a whole other story that I would be glad to tell anyone about in person. I truly believe that this is what God would have me do. I believe that clears it all up. You all may think I have thrown my life away and you are right. But I have thrown it away and taken the life that God has planned for me to have. Thanks to everyone who continually supports me with this decision.

Your brother in Christ,

Joey