Mark Lowry on Writing "Mary, Did You Know"

About this episode

Mark Lowry discusses his experience writing 'Mary, Did You Know?' and shares insights from his life and career.

Mark Lowry is a beloved Christian comedian, singer, and songwriter best known for his sharp wit, heartfelt humor, and deep love for faith and family. On today's episode of "Pure Joy" he sits down with Joy Summers to share about helping to write “Mary, Did You Know?", touring with the Gaither Vocal Band, and what his momma said to him as a kid that inspired it all. Mark's favorite versions of "Mary Did You Know." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uaRpeMT1tjQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1jv_a24Bh6s   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vdchjKJP29w He also mentions this book that changed his life:  "The Grace Awakening" by Charles Swindoll  

People in this episode

Host: Joy Summers

Guest: Mark Lowry

Topics covered

• Christian comedy
• songwriting
• faith
• family
• music

Keywords

• Mary, Did You Know?
• Gaither Vocal Band
• The Grace Awakening
• Charles Swindoll

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Mary, Did You Know?, The Grace Awakening

Books & works: Mary, Did You Know", Pure Joy, The Grace Awakening

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