Hey y’all.
I was planning to do this earlier today but I totally forgot because I AM HIGHLY ORGANIZED.
But anyway. Think of this as a little mid-day bloggy fun.
Third Day‘s latest (oh-so-awesome) CD, Revelation, hits stores today. And to celebrate that, Melanie, Carlos and I have a golden opportunity for you to win some stuff.
Some Third Day stuff.
I’m guessing you probably figured out that last part by now.
So.
If you’d like to a chance to win a copy of Revelation as well as a t-shirt autographed by the members of the band, leave a question for Third Day in my comments. You can ask them about music, about faith, about whatever.
Well, maybe not about math. I can’t fathom they’d want to answer questions about math. But maybe I’m just bringing my own personal math-related baggage to the Q&A table.
Anyway. Leave a question. Mark from Third Day will pick five of them (and five from Mel’s comments, and five from Carlos’ comments) to answer on his blog on August 18th. And EVERYBODY who leaves a question will be entered into the CD / t-shirt drawing. If you want to enter the drawing three times, just ask a different question at each of three participating blogs.
There. I believe that’s all.
Rock on.
July 29th, 2008 at 3:23 pm
This question is probably asked a lot, but, what is your favorite song to perform, and why?
I am really, really enjoying the new album and I can’t wait to go to the gym tonight so I can listen all the way through my workout!
July 29th, 2008 at 3:28 pm
As a successful Christian artist, how do you keep pride at bay? I’m far from success, yet I know how I struggle with pride creeping in.
I’d LOVE to win me some Third Day! I haven’t had a chance to hear this new album yet, and I’m really looking forward to it.
July 29th, 2008 at 3:34 pm
I love your new song “Call my name.” Did you write this in a particular season of life when you were going through something?
I am in a time of trial and suffering right now and it just hits my heart so wonderfully- THANK YOU!
July 29th, 2008 at 3:36 pm
How will you know when your Third Day days are over?
(please don’t let it be for at least 50 years!)
July 29th, 2008 at 3:38 pm
Just read that you guys are going to be on Leno tonight. How cool is that? Leno is not known for having Christian bands on his show. How did that all come about?
Dori Cook
Spring Hill, TN
July 29th, 2008 at 3:38 pm
Who are your favorite artists that inspire you?
July 29th, 2008 at 3:40 pm
I was going to ask about the tongiht show also… were you the first Christian artist on the show?
July 29th, 2008 at 3:41 pm
I love Third Day, but my husband REALLY LOVES THIRD DAY, so I would be a bad wife if I didn’t take this opportunity to ask a question!
Of all your songs, which has God used to challenge you the most? There are particular songs in my life that bring me to my knees, every time (like “Blessed Be the Lord” by Matt Redman). Are there songs that you find it difficult to sing on stage, because God uses them so powerfully in your life?
July 29th, 2008 at 3:41 pm
Who are your favorite non-Christian artists?
July 29th, 2008 at 3:52 pm
What are some of the greatest challenges you have while touring?
July 29th, 2008 at 3:54 pm
OOOOOH! Winning a THIRD DAY cd would totally erase the sting of the big 4-oh on Thursday :( Pick me, pick me!!!
Here’s my question to the band: You are parenting with your wives in several stages (newborn, congrats!, to young adult) of life now. It’s similar, I’d imagine, to a family. How do you handle the style and technique differences between you all, and how do you influence each other in your parenting journeys?
July 29th, 2008 at 3:54 pm
I love Third Day! I guess one question would be — how do you guys keep it fresh? How do you keep creating new great stuff??
July 29th, 2008 at 3:57 pm
What is the one city that you’d visit again even if you weren’t touring there?
July 29th, 2008 at 4:08 pm
Wow – now this is a contest worth entering – have been jumping over to the real time blogging – earthquake is exciting stuff. Dear Third Day(s) – does being successful make your life easier or more complicated?
July 29th, 2008 at 4:10 pm
MY husband LOVES Third Day! He wants to know if the new CD will be good listening music for our baby in my belly. :)
July 29th, 2008 at 4:20 pm
What’s one thing that a host team did for you that totally wow’ed you when you arrive to give a concert?
July 29th, 2008 at 4:21 pm
I was excited to hear that you’re going to be on the Jay Leno show tonight. That must be really exciting for you. What kind of preparation did you do for appearing there? (Besides being sure your socks match and putting on clean underwear!)
July 29th, 2008 at 4:27 pm
Are you coming to Greensboro, NC, soon? I can’t imagine why it’s not at the top of every artist’s MUST VISIT list! (Can you tell I want the new CD REALLY REALLY bad? Couldn’t think of anything better to ask that hasn’t already been asked!)
July 29th, 2008 at 4:27 pm
I LOVE that you guys are on Leno tonight. Our DVR is set to record just to be sure we get it!
What is the coolest/most meaningful thing a fan has ever sent you?
July 29th, 2008 at 4:30 pm
I assume your band is named Third Day because “on the third day he rose again.” How did you come up with that name. I’d think picking your band name would be a HUGE endeavor.
July 29th, 2008 at 4:31 pm
If you could visit any where in the world (that you haven’t already), where would it be? (individuals could answer this, or as a band)
July 29th, 2008 at 4:40 pm
Do your families travel with you when you are on tour? Do ya’ll share one bus/vehicle or are there several?
LOVE the music!!!
July 29th, 2008 at 4:43 pm
Just one question? No way. I’ll ask questions for the ones who can’t think of anything to ask.
Is songwriting something that comes naturally or was there a “learning” process?
Are there songs that you guys have written that have never seen the light of day? That other artists have recorded?
How do you determine which songs to put on an album?
July 29th, 2008 at 4:49 pm
Leading people into worship requires one to be in private worship. However, that is hard to maintain. What tools do you have in place to help you personally stay connected with the Lord?
July 29th, 2008 at 5:10 pm
oh my gosh. there’s a new third day cd? how did i not know this?
um. question for mark.
is there one song of yours that really sums up what you’re all about?
July 29th, 2008 at 5:12 pm
When you have to perform songs over and over again, do you find that it’s difficult to continue worshipping the Lord during those songs?
July 29th, 2008 at 5:13 pm
A question for the everybody:
What is your favorite Bible verse?
July 29th, 2008 at 5:19 pm
How do you handle being away from your families for long periods of time? Do you have any special “rituals” w/your kids to help them handle the separation?
July 29th, 2008 at 5:20 pm
When you get a break from work travel where do you like to travel with your family?
July 29th, 2008 at 5:28 pm
August 18 is my birthday, does that get me any closer to winning? :) My “real” question was what other Christian artists are you inspired by?
Thanks!
July 29th, 2008 at 5:35 pm
This question is coming to you from my 14 year old son: Which song brings you closest to God?
July 29th, 2008 at 5:46 pm
What was your first record? (OK, CD…I’m showing my age.)
July 29th, 2008 at 5:51 pm
What’s your favorite road tour food? Your least favorite?
Beth
July 29th, 2008 at 6:05 pm
Music & singing are some of my favorite ways to worship our Fantabulous God – but they aren’t the only ways as you know. In what other ways do you worship God without music?
July 29th, 2008 at 6:19 pm
What musician/artist/group are you a secret fan of and have always been ashamed to admit it – before now, of course?
July 29th, 2008 at 6:20 pm
Who in the group is a morning person/night owl?
July 29th, 2008 at 6:20 pm
How old were each of you when you accepted Christ?
July 29th, 2008 at 6:21 pm
Obviously, I either REALLY want to win or I’m very curious about y’all or both.
Probably both.
What is your favorite song ever? Christian or secular.
July 29th, 2008 at 6:22 pm
What advice would you give young kids who love your music and aspire to have a Christian band one day?
I also have to say that our family LOVES you guys!!
July 29th, 2008 at 6:34 pm
How do you prepare for a concert? (musical prep and spiritual prep) What does the day/week of a concert entail for you?
July 29th, 2008 at 6:41 pm
How did God call you into this ministry, and how has He affirmed that calling along the way? This is a question that consistently fascinates me, for people in all kinds of ministries, because God is unchanging, yet he calls each of us in a way that is so personal to us!
July 29th, 2008 at 6:41 pm
I’ve been a fan for a long time, but unfortunately I haven’t been able to catch any of your newest stuff.
So it’s no wonder that my favorite song of yours is “Take My Life” from your self-titled album (1996, I think?).
I was wondering if there was a specific story behind the lyrics? They resonate with me on a very deep level; “How many times” have I felt that very same way? “The number is the same as the stars in the sky. . .”
July 29th, 2008 at 7:00 pm
I’d love to win me some Third Day! Can’t wait for Leno tonight – thanks for the heads up. What is your most memorable “peformance moment”?
July 29th, 2008 at 7:19 pm
My son is THE most sold out Third Day fan!
He stood outside at the stage after a concert last summer at Ichthus in KY. hoping for Mac Powell to come out and sign his new guitar! He held that guitar for hours and just prayed. I didn’t think they could possibly come out (it was late and the people are animals at that concert..us included!!!) haha. J K !!
I know he would flip out over something like that really happening.
So this question is from him….
Why are you guys SOOOOOOOO cool?
One night at prayer before bedtime, he asked me in his most serious 8th grade wisdom….”Mom, when do you think Third Day is going to release a new album?”. I almost cracked up! He loves this band so much! He’s a Sr. this year! Still loves and will always love these guys!
July 29th, 2008 at 7:43 pm
I don’t have a question, but I wanted to mention to you that my daughter wasn’t even a year old last Christmas, but your Chistmas Offerings CD was the first time I ever heard her try and use her sweet little singing voice.
It must have touched her enough to try to sing and I thank you so much for that. I will always remember that!
July 29th, 2008 at 7:43 pm
Does your family travel with you on tour? If not, how difficult is it for you to be on tour?
July 29th, 2008 at 7:47 pm
my question for third day?
if you lived in a country and had yet to find any access to third day cds and your husband had been visiting america and had to catch a plane early in the morning of the third day release so was unable to make it by a store to purchase the cd and to make it even worse itunes is not available in this country, what would you do?
July 29th, 2008 at 8:04 pm
What is something that you all had to do when you first started out that is now handled for you by somebody else?
July 29th, 2008 at 8:09 pm
Did you always want to be a musician when you were growing up? If not, what did you picture yourself doing?
July 29th, 2008 at 8:37 pm
Do you like to shop? What’s your favorite store?