Honestly, Jesus has been the biggest influence in my life and I try so hard to look more like Him everyday, which I fail at many times, but I never give up. I want to love and forgive the way He does and to live everyday with the great expectation of what will be. My Mom is also one of the biggest influences in my life. Always loving, supportive, caring, understanding and ALWAYS GODLY. Others are Trent Lenderink, Billy & Ruth Graham, My family, CeCe Winans, Natasha Bedingfield, Babyface, India.Arie, Amy Grant, Beth Moore, Max Lucado, Luci Swindoll, Stephen Marshall, Chuck Swindoll, Sheila Walsh, Patsy Clairmont, Marilyn Meberg, Pam Thum and just about any Missionary.... just to name a few.
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Tammy's Favorite Clip...THE WRONG PERCEPTION OF JESUS
TT Singing & Dancing on the REVOLVE TOUR to her song PRAY
I wish you could’ve been at my most recent birthday party, tripping back through time, my life in pictures on the screen. That blonde little tom-girl looking out at the camera, so unsure of herself. That young woman in love with the man of her dreams, holding tight to his arm, happiness oozing out every pore of her body. The tears that fell, seeing all those pictures of my strong, unforgettable husband Trent, (from whom I get my stage name from) who now lives in heaven. The young widow on stage in front of thousands, learning to breathe, beginning to dance again. The world-travels of a goofball, laughing her way across the world, mugging for the camera on planes and trains, drenched in the ocean, standing on top of mountains.
The seasons of my life flashed before my eyes—the joy, the pain, the mourning, the morning—I wish you could’ve seen it. Because if you could, you’d see how far I’ve come. You’d see how strong I’ve become. You’d know it’s only by God’s grace and power that I stand here. That I do anything at all.
But even before this birthday milestone, I knew I was ready to go there. I knew I was strong enough to lay it all out on the table for the world to hear, to express myself artistically in a whole new way, and to spill open my heart like never before.
Produced by Bernie Herms, Doug Beiden, Stephen Marshall and Brian Steckler, Stronger is nothing short of my testimony. It’s my story. It’s both a peek into my personal journal, as well as a response to what women and girls all over the world have shared with me. Women who are in seemingly impossible situations—adultery, divorce, abuse, trying to start over, trying to conceive, trying to hold on to faith when God seems silent. Stronger is my way of speaking life, saying, ‘Hold on to the truth that God will see you through this circumstance. Embrace all the possibilities of tomorrow, today. I’ve lived through the darkest of hours. I know what the other side looks like. And you can take me at my word. It’s not perfect, but it can still be glorious.
Tammy (Grand Rapids, Michigan native, self taught drummer and High School Basketball Star- you go girl!) signed her first major CCM record deal in 1995 working with amazing producers; Fred Hammond, Bernie Herms, Doug Beiden, Tedd T, Mark Hammond, Tim Miner, Todd Collins and others through the years. She has followed that calling on her life with great passion ever since. With the national release of 4 CD's (her 5th project STRONGER releases July 29th 2008) that have garnered three number 1 hits ("My Irreplaceable" "Your love is 4 Always" & "It's all about You") and a handful of top ten hits, including her signature songs "Welcome Home" (check out the video on her profile) & "Run to the Cross", Tammy continues to sing her way through to the hearts of thousands.
Her life is real. Her music is real. Her words are real and her God is real. You see it in everything she does. Why? How? Because she knows what it's like to have the wind knocked out of you and yet to feel the very breath of God bringing you back to life again. An evening spent with Tammy is like one big living room, just hanging out with your friends. That is her gift to the world. Letting you in, making you feel comfortable and then sharing her God, her faith and her hope in one of the most authentic, tender and humorous ways. Tammy has remained single to this day by choice. Infact, she has chosen not to date at all. She says she has been a women who knew love deeply and at this time in her life, because of that deep love, she doesn't feel a void in that area of her life. Tammy has spent the last 5 years on the platform allowing others to see how the Lord is putting her life back together again. You might say, she has now married adventure and is sooo complete.
The Women Of Faith Conferences and The REVOLVE Tour kept Tammy busy for about 4 years traveling around the country, so with that kind of amazing exposure you'll find Singer/Songwriter/Author and Speaker Tammy Trent, will a full touring schedule now. June 2005 also marked the National release of her second book, "Beyond The Sorrow", published by J Countryman, which follows in the footsteps of her best-selling book "Learning to Breathe Again" by W Publishing. You can purchase any of Tammy's books or music at a Christian Bookstore near you or by going to her website today.
Fo shizzle Tamtrizzle!! lmbo! ok..i'm writing my own review..not sure it will be quite as exciting as "Billboard"..uhhhumm ;P Well, here goes..: Tammy really brings her A game on this album. This girl is not your average '1 hit wonder-where are they now VH1' washed up lil chicka..this girl brings the rain, and has you one moment running around your house singing in your jammies, and beltin it out in the shower..and one moment on your knees in worship..this diva is gonna rock your socks! and GO Team USA! ;P ;P Put this one on your wall, and framezz it fo shizzle!! <3,Julie =D
You are a Beautiful Woman!!!” Did you know that it's Beautiful Women Month? Well, it is and that means you!!! I'm supposed to send this to FIVE BEAUTIFUL WOMEN, and you are one of them!!! Below is a wonderful poem Audrey Hepburn wrote when asked to share her "beauty tips?" It was read at her funeral years later.
For attractive lips, speak words of kindness...For lovely eyes, seek out the good in people For a slim figure, share your food with the hungry.
For beautiful hair, let a child run his/her fingers through it once a day.
For poise, walk with the knowledge that you never walk alone... People, even more than things, have to be restored, renewed, revived, reclaimed, and redeemed; never throw out anyone.
Remember, if you ever need a helping hand, you will find one at the end of each of your arms.
As you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands; one for helping yourself, and the other for helping others.
If you share this with another woman, something good will happen. You will boost another woman's self esteem, and she will know that you care about her.
It's BEAUTIFUL Women Month Hugs, Christine Squeeeeeze!!! You've been given a hug.
Just read your blog about the great review. I know your music comes from the heart and recognition isn't the reason you do it, but it's great that people realize you do great things for the right reasons! It is a great CD! Congratulations!
I know you probably get millions of things like these, but I wanted to let you know that you have been on my heart. I am praying for you today, and I hope that everything is going well! Be encouraged...you are loved.
Hello Tammy,thanx 4 the add. I just love your heart your spirit,cause I know your it is after God,also because it comes from a real place and real emotions. God bless you
Tammy, Just droppin in to say Hi..Hope you are having a Blessed week.Love your music..May the Lord Bless you and keep you safe... Veronica Gilson, Medford,Oregon
