Amazing Grace Cruz was raised in a house with 40-160 young women who together lived a life formed on a foundation of worship and prayer. Her heart for worship and the church has taken her across Asia, to the stage of a United Nations ambassador gathering, and most recently back to her roots as the visionary behind 'The Blessing' cover in the Tamil language. Amazing shares with us her life journey of following Jesus which we're confident will inspire you to live a life of devotion, passion, and faithfulness to the dreams that God has placed in your heart. [Recommended Pre-Listening Ep. 3 w/ Nehemiah K., Ep. 9 w/ Prakruthi A., and Ep. 17 w/ Selvam N.] Follow her on Instagram at: @amazinggracecruz The Blessing: https://youtu.be/m-UDnY1B0fI About Us: My Eastern Life exists to capture the stories of faith leaders in the urban creative core of South Asia. Listen on Spotify: ( https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Fepisode%2F7kE2QPIXglyEYf6lzPtCJi&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbkRScXRrbC1XNndpVlRZNWxUajlMRVRzcS12d3xBQ3Jtc0tuS1NpdGZyVUZoQnQ0Wng4TjFqVWxMQUpEaFRnQUVHcHlxVG8xUEY1dXdiY2tKbWhhTjV6djV5b1FWekJHcS0wZmM5NkVjNGx5YUJNLVg3SS10SzBlT1B6MHB1cXM1Ul9qOXVEbERWMXNWZVBOLVJvOA%3D%3D&v=MOmeEXXHGZs ) Listen on Apple Podcast: Follow us on: https://www.instagram.com/MyEasternLife https://www.facebook.com/MyEasternLife

Shifa Joseph is an incredible artist, and worship leader from South Asia who is a part of  Joseph Brothers and Crew, as well as Jaago Music. Two incredible families of musicians that are shaping the scenes of Christian music in their nation. In our conversation Shifa shares her life story with us that is  full of deep hope, and seeded in a miracle! We can't wait for you to hear what she has to say! [Recommended Listening Ep. 4 w/ Rachel Francis, and Ep. 20 w/ Emmanuel Joseph] Follow on Instagram at: Shifa Joseph @chaihero95 Joseph Brothers and Crew @jbcofficial Jaago Music @jaagomusic Follow Jaago Music on Youtube at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6V30-UUrD6zUmm9nTEFWEA About Us: My Eastern Life exists to capture the stories of faith leaders in the urban creative core of South Asia. Listen on Spotify: ( https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Fepisode%2F7kE2QPIXglyEYf6lzPtCJi&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbkRScXRrbC1XNndpVlRZNWxUajlMRVRzcS12d3xBQ3Jtc0tuS1NpdGZyVUZoQnQ0Wng4TjFqVWxMQUpEaFRnQUVHcHlxVG8xUEY1dXdiY2tKbWhhTjV6djV5b1FWekJHcS0wZmM5NkVjNGx5YUJNLVg3SS10SzBlT1B6MHB1cXM1Ul9qOXVEbERWMXNWZVBOLVJvOA%3D%3D&v=MOmeEXXHGZs ) Listen on Apple Podcast: Follow us on: https://www.instagram.com/MyEasternLife https://www.facebook.com/MyEasternLife

Emmanuel Joseph is a rapper and gospel hip hop songwriter, and the founder of 'Joseph Brothers and Crew' - a community of incredible artists from his nation. In today's conversation Emmanuel shares his story of deep redemption with us; from gangs, abuse, and drug use to seeing God ignite a passion within him to pioneer a movement of gospel rappers in South Asia. Emmanuel's story is one that will leave you full of awe for God's hand in our stories, and the redemption that can happen when we remember to look to Jesus. [Recommended Listening Ep. 4 with Rachel Francis] Follow on Instagram: Emmanuel Joseph - @ emmanueljosephofficial Joseph Brothers and Crew - @jbcofficial Ministry - @jaagomusic Gym - @everydayfit.india *Songs Mentioned:* ** ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FKExStRayh8 ) Beti ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FKExStRayh8 ) Maa Ke Samaan ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oCW5EXuNAd0 ) Intezaar ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cgoos0YMrYQ ) Sun La Dua ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIQlrwrQxnI ) About Us: My Eastern Life exists to capture the stories of faith leaders in the urban creative core of South Asia. Follow us on: https://www.instagram.com/MyEasternLife https://www.facebook.com/MyEasternLife

Anand Paul is a leader from South Asia who has a passion for creativity and excellence in the Christian creative community that is displayed in his founding of the creative consulting and video production of Red Sea Films. In our conversation we talk about his personal journey of faith, joining Sound of the Nations, and what it has looked like to follow Jesus through every season and decision in life! We do recommend listening to Ep12 with Allen Ganta before beginning this podcast. Follow Anand Paul: Instagram: @anandpaul Follow Red Sea Films Instagram: @redseafilms Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR1i5Co6A5BpT1PDzwl5aog Listen to The Blessing: https://youtu.be/m-UDnY1B0fI Listen to Elevation Worship Mashup: https://youtu.be/cHa0bKE_o2E Check out #elevationsworshipmashup on Instagram. About Us: My Eastern Life exists to capture the stories of faith leaders in the urban creative core of South Asia. Follow us on: https://www.instagram.com/MyEasternLife https://www.facebook.com/MyEasternLife

Narsinga is a classical music teacher, and songwriter who came to faith through his love for poetry. Since he started following Jesus he's combined his faith and passion for local classical music to write incredible melodies that have been a blessing to his nation. Narsinga is a man full of the depth, and wisdom of someone who has truly encountered deep grace. You will leave deeply inspired by who he is! [Recommended pre-listening Ep. 2, and 13. Connect with Narsinga: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCloYTPXgGHyZqy6IpA2vXWw School website: https://www.standrewsindia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/narsingabobbili/ About Us: My Eastern Life exists to capture the stories of faith leaders in the urban creative core of South Asia. Follow us on: https://www.instagram.com/MyEasternLife https://www.facebook.com/MyEasternLife

Selvam is a young man with a passion to mobilize the entire church of South Asia. He is a pioneer, a gatherer of people, and a passionate prophetic voice in this generation. In our conversation we talk about him and his family coming to faith. He shares with us the ways that he is mobilizing the church through worship, prayer, and caring for gospel workers in rural Asia. And at the end he sings a song of declaration over us, and his nation that you don't want to miss! Connect with Selvam: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nselvam/ Other Resources:: https://linktr.ee/thangaselvam Learn more about the Obadiah Project: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/obadiahproject/ Website: https://www.obadiahproject.org/ About Us: My Eastern Life exists to capture the stories of faith leaders in the urban creative core of South Asia. Follow us on: https://www.instagram.com/MyEasternLife https://www.facebook.com/MyEasternLife

Ricky is a creative entrepreneur and missionary kid who invites us into his journey of wrestling through the ideologies. and lifestyle of a family in ministry. His journey eventually led him to dream of a community of creatives, and designers in his nation that eventually birthed 'Outcast', a 'Global Christian Creative Expression'. Ricky is a pioneer, and a great storyteller whose journey is one that will leave you full of confidence that God is truly birthing something creative, and collaborative throughout his nation! Connect with Ricky: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rickyraymond.gif/ Website: https://www.rickyraymondgeorge.com/ Outcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/outcast.in/ Outcast links and website link: https://www.outcastnow.com/outcast-in About Us: My Eastern Life exists to capture the stories of faith leaders in the urban creative core of South Asia. Follow us on: https://www.instagram.com/MyEasternLife https://www.facebook.com/MyEasternLife

Shelley Reddy is a worship leader, and passionate woman of God from South Asia best know for her song 'Tu Bade', 'Your Will'. Shelley invites us into her journey through the difficulties of being a pastor's daughter to the joys of seeing God come through in every aspect of her life! Shelley is genuine, passionate, and a women whose voice continues to pave the way for the next generation. Check Shelley out on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9uXLsLGTOzCQoZSs-x8fuQ ( https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9uXLsLGTOzCQoZSs-x8fuQ ) About Us: My Eastern Life exists to capture the stories of faith leaders in the urban creative core of South Asia. Follow us on: https://www.instagram.com/MyEasternLife https://www.facebook.com/MyEasternLife

Prince Mulla is a musician/ poet, the winner of a Guinness World Record, and the founder of Artists for Artists; a community of artists helping other creatives struggling during the COVID-19 pandemic. What inspires us most about Prince is his passion, his character, and the way God has orchestrated his life up to this point - this is a story you don't want to miss! Listen to Shukr Ada here ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cwy3Qq8q-0M ) Listen to Gale Laga Le Mujhe Gale Laga Le here ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=98esNcE_4aQ ) Follow Prince on Instagram here ( https://www.instagram.com/princemulla/ ) More about Artist For Artist Here: https://www.artistsforartists.in/ About Us: My Eastern Life exists to capture the stories of faith leaders in the urban creative core of South Asia. Follow us on: https://www.instagram.com/MyEasternLife https://www.facebook.com/MyEasternLife

Nehemiah Kulothungan the 'Artists & Repertoire (A&R)' for Bridge Music who is actively involved in co-writing music, and mentoring many worship musicians and songwriters across his nation is back on the podcast! We pick up where we left of from Pt. 1 and dive into his life at Bible School, supernatural encounters with God, and he shares with us what he sees God doing in this moment to shift the culture of South Asia's churches. [Recommended Pre-Listening Ep. 3] More about Nehemiah Kulothungan: https://www.bridgemusicindia.com/coreteam About Us: My Eastern Life exists to capture the stories of faith leaders in the urban creative core of South Asia. Follow us on: https://www.instagram.com/MyEasternLife https://www.facebook.com/MyEasternLife