Yesterday, as I was fulfilling my semi-daily duty of getting back to a new slew of online messages/comments, I came across yet another message from a listener who was requesting the chord charts for a song of mine called “Divine Romance”. As I read this humble yet forceful young man’s message I leaned back in my chair and exhaled a sigh that could be heard down the hall. Don’t get me wrong, in no way was I frustrated with the writer of this request. In fact, even the hundreth time getting one of these requests still rose up in me a certain sense of pride and accomplishment. The sigh was more of contemplation than anything else. You see, there are at least four websites that I can think of off the top of my head that would have exactly what this young man desired. Yes, there would be tab options, note options, chord options, transposing options, font, size, color…, but he came to me, just like the hundreds of others before him. So I leaned back in my chair, I sighed, I put my hands behind my head, and I thought.
“How can I solve this problem once and for all?” I asked myself. “It needs to meet the needs of the people but still be fun and unique.” Then it dawned on me. Two words that will change my blog, and possibly, the world forever.
“Interactive Learning”
So I created this video below. Mind you this is the first one. An experiment, if you will. In later “Interactive Learning with Phil Wickham” videos there will be guitars and singing, and maybe even some cameo appearances. So get out your guitars. Sit up. And let’s make some ROCK!
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yes, i’d much rather watch you hold up signs of the chords so i can write them down one by one then have to go to a stinky chord site and just copy and paste. ‘laziness is the devils’ workshop’. or is it ‘working for the devil is lazy’? or is it ‘the devil is lazy, he should get a workshop’? who knows. who knows.
YOU ARE FUNNY! This video made me laugh. The pointing to the pause button and the other things. How did you know where to point? That was funny! Otherwise, keep up the great work. Your blog is very interesting too. God bless!
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Hey Phil, thanks for that. It’s so Jesus of you to give away the chords to your songs like that, (without even a download fee!!!). Very refreshing. I have always thought you were a real Christian, and not just a pop-star riding the church train to the top, whenever we’ve spoken and this just confirms it for me. Dude, I LOVE your music and I will as long as you show your love for Him and His love for us through your songs. Ok, I’m rambling… God bless bro,
james from His Place (which is now Lolicup?!)
I love your eagerness to draw near to your listeners, it’s precious. I’m no guitarist, but I can appreciate your music all the same! God smiles upon you, similar to this…:)
And I smile for all that you do too.
welcome to the blog world brutha!
i heard you talking on some utube video about how your songs are about things coming out of hard times, or just very personal times and how it was a little weird to share it with the world, letting it all hang out, so to speak. and i though, gosh, i’m sure glad he does. i really think those hidden places in our hearts are the most beautiful. there’s a reason we hide and protect them, they are tender, special, because they are the essence of who we are. they are also where god dwells, in the very depths of our being. it takes real courage to open that part of our heart and i’m so glad you do. i believe it’s god’s desire for us to all be willing to be that intimate with each other. how cool would that be? how much more beautiful the world would be. some day…
check out all of these comments. i bet you’re having a field day
thank you soo much! I had the chords from some other sight but it was really confusing! thank you very much for taking your time to do this!
Hi Phil, I just love your music, You are truly blessed by God,and I am sure that He is pleesed with what you have done with it.!!! I am so Looking forward to seeing you at this years Harvest Crusade. Very truly Your sister in Christ Bridget
Phil, I don’t have myspace so I’m commenting here! Out of all the bands at Creation Fest East in Agape, PA, I can honestly say I’m most hyped about seeing your performance…can’t wait!
The interactive learning was an awesome idea! I loved it!
I went to your concert in Albuquerque, and it really touched my heart. I’ve been going through a lot of hard times lately and God has really used your music to touch my heart and focus on Him! I praise God for the gift He gave you and that you are using it to the fullness of His glory!
hey phil whats up. you dont know me but im a fan of yours. i know your realy bussy with your work writing songs and stuff but i was wondering if i could get you to email me sometime. i know what your thinkin, who is this fruit loop?! well heres my email i hope to hear from ya.
Thanks for the chords…I played it on my keyboard. I was gonna try it on my guitar, but I am still learning…I prefer the bass guitar. Anyway, you made me laugh trying to point to the pause button!
anyway, God is so good. Keep smiling! Now, do this for all your songs! ha ha! JK!
Take care. Can’t wait til your next cd is out! And hope you got to spend time with your dad for Father’s Day!
God bless you!
Hi Phil! I love this interactive learning thing, hah! I’ve always wanted to know what the real chords were to Divine Romance. I’ve been playing it like… C Em C G D for the verses and on like… capo 7! Haha, crazy! I love the song though. Probably my favorite by you =). You probably get this all the time, but your music has inspired me sooooooooooooo much! God bless you =)
we were free and made alive, the day that true love died.
hey phil. just wanted to let you know that… well, you are an ispiration and example for all generations. and such a complete blessing. wow. hearing/seeing the Lord work amazing things through you is such a testament of his great love for us.
by the by… i was wondering if you could put up a video for your new songs “true love” or “desire” i heard them both and they are now officially memorized… and i cant get them out of my head! they are sweet. thank you phil!
hey… come back to modesto please.
praying always for you my brother!
wow…hilarious sarcasm and inventive interaction!
Awesome job on the “interactive learning”. I wish more artists were willing to share their work in ways like that.
Rebekah >
Keep up the awesome work.
P.S. Happy Father’s Day. I don’t know if you are a father or not, but if not, think of it for declaring the future.
God Bless
Very cool Phil. I am really enjoying your CD and think your video is the perfect way to share your stuff. Thanks for the chart and the info on playing the song. I love it…
p.s.: I love your song Your Alone!!
Hey! Just wanted to say that you’re absolutely AMAZING, and that I love your music!! I loved seeing you at Lifeway in Dallas, and at Celebrate Freedom! Hope to see you in October!
God Bless,
Melanie
Hey phil its Erica i dunno if you remember me but i’ve seen ya alot in Dallas…1st time at SMU…. My favorite song is Divine Romance among others… you rock!!!
Hey Phil,
I have wanted to say hi but never knew if you would actually read any posts on your myspace or anything… I guess I’ll find out. I hope Jill is doing well too. Anyway, I just wanted to say……. It is so amazing to see how God is using you to reach and bless so many people… I’ll never forget Freshman year of college and hearing your music blast through the dorm hallway! Way to go Phil…
Think back about 8 or 9 years when you were singing in the Jr High and High School group at Maranatha. Think hard and you might remember me, Laura Wiens
Eph 5:19 Speak to one another with psalms, hymns and spiritual songs. Sing and make music in your heart to the Lord…
Blessings,
Laura
That’s amazing, Phil! The chords you share on this video are very easy to play!
One thing that I’m glad about is that you have a new cd coming! Some friends of mine went to a concert last year and talked to you… they said that was amazing. I’d love to see you in concert. Everyone I talk to say that is a true blessing. I’ve introduced your songs to one of this friends and he liked very much. I live in Brazil and I would love to see you in concert someday. Not here, surely we’ll meet in heaven!
May Jesus bless your work and that you don’t change the love for Christ you have in your heart. That’s what makes me support your music before everything else. Peace from so far!!!
Phil! This is Nikki…the Nashville girl. I wanted to say hey and that I will be seeing you next week at Creation!! Can’t wait!
Also, next you should put up “I Will Wait For You There” because that one is my favorite.
Annnnd, I have a bunch of pictures from the GMA showcase…where do you want me to send them?? They turned out pretty cool actually!
Blessings to You!
~N