Having trouble sleeping at night
To be honest, since I made the decision to share my music without condition, I haven't slept as well as I would hope. I have been under a large amount of criticism as to how is my label going to be able to recover the money invested in the "Daniel James Projects" and that my decision was made purely out of selfish reasons and to "cop-out" of what we originally set-out to accomplish financially. I know in my heart that my true intentions are to no longer serve my own selfish ambitions, but rather give myself as a "living sacrifice" and serve the kingdom of heaven whole heartedly, without any conditions but just to please Him. Unfortunately, a thought such as this can be difficult to understand in the world of entertainment and business. Rightfully so, as I don't believe it's an unjustified question to ask "how am I going to get my money back?"
My biggest struggle mostly is that no matter if the intentions are pure or not, the perception is what becomes the reality. The mind of my flesh tells me to prepare a case that would convince everyone this is the right thing to do and not to worry that God will provide (Major act of faith for anyone). But the more you build a case to "sell" the idea, the more the intentions become questioned. My mind is recalled to stories such as Noah, etc that were underneath similar criticism while following God's commands that disconnected from the logic of those around them (No, I am not comparing myself to Noah….lol). In these stories, I find comfort. God doesn't need a salesman to justify his greatness anyway! 
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With everything said, through all things, I know this is the right thing to do. So I will continue to do it and know that God WILL provide as He see's fit. Whatever the outcome is, no matter how it comes off, I know that as long as I TRULY renew my intentions every day, everything "Will come together for the good.">>
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>-Daniel>
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>P.S. Don't forget you can download my entire new album for free at my website....www.danieljamesmusic.com. Yahoo!!!!
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We have been friends now for the better part of 10 years, I have watched you grow as a man, as a minister, and most recently as a father. Inspiring is the word that comes to mind.
I remember when you were first entertaining the idea of offering your music, specifically your new album “Me”, for free. What I remember hearing you say over and over was, “ really need to check my intentions”.
You and I are cut out of the same cloth when it comes to our careers, we are both sales and marketing guys. Be that as it may, our mind set has always been to sell and become profitable and ultimately successful.
You have been a man of faith as long as I have known you, and I know being a sales guy our faith is often tested. Speaking from first hand experiences, the decision you made to offer your music for FREE, without condition couldn't be a more clear example of pure intentions. And to check your intentions daily is further proof of that.
I am so proud to know you Daniel, you have truly become an inspiration in my life and I know many others. There will always be critics especially when our decisions are not consistent with mainstream ideology or industry practices. For those of us who know you personally Daniel, we know your intentions, thats what is so incredible!
Blessings,
-Tim
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