This song is really special to me. 5 years ago I was terrified to release music, because I didn’t want to be too obsessed and idolize it. But deep down I knew I would regret it if I stayed in my comfort zone. 💡 So I had to choose: comfort, or the unknown, but by faith? Choose fast, because the indecision alone was crushing me inside.

That week, when I heard this amazing song by Mark Barlow the story behind it, it all clicked. I knew God was speaking to me clearly, and I gained the confidence to just trust Him. 5 years later I wouldn’t have imagined the impact that the music God and I make in my little room would have on people around the world 🥹 The same way this song impacted me!

But this year I felt that familiar feeling, like something was holding me back in many areas of my life, despite knowing His promises. God was very kind and gentle when He showed me how studying faith and practicing it are two very different things. Still a noob at that latter one.

More than 7 years in as a Christian, still got a lot to grow. Weirdly feels like I’m just about to start. Only now learning I’m actually dead to sin and victorious in Christ. That’s wild. 🤯 

So I guess here’s to more adventures with God :) Thanks for being part of it 💛

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⚙️ Gear I Use:
Loopstation: Boss RC-300
Guitar: Taylor GS Mini
Main Mic: Shure SM7B
Loop Mic: Shure SM57
Headphones: ATH-M50x
Interface: Scarlett 6i6
DAW: Ableton Live 11
Laptop: MacBook Pro M1 2020
Main Provider: God 😌
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👋🏼 Darla Baltazar is an independent Christian singer-songwriter, music producer and encourager from Manila, Philippines. She writes songs about the intimate relationship she has with Jesus, and aims to encourage others to renew their minds with God's word through songs, articles, and videos. Her genres include R&B, lo-fi, and indie pop.
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