SOW Spotlight - Jeff Banks
An Interview With Jeff Banks
- How do you define WORSHIP? (In other words, what does WORSHIP mean to you??)
Worship is an action in which a person devotes their attention and lifestyle to a higher being (GOD).
- What was your role in the film? (Vocalist, Instrumental, Production Crew)
Production Crew.
- Have you had any professional training? Vocal? Instrumental? Production/Film Crew?
Graduate student and intern for studio recording & engineering.
- Are you active in your own church and if so, in which way/role(s)?
Yes. Media Ministry.
- What do YOU think are the biggest misconceptions people have when it comes to gospel music, worship, and/or faith-based films?
That the movies and music are fictitious lifestyles that do not occur in people’s lives. When it comes to all things Christian, people think its corny.
- Favorite Gospel artist?
Sho Baraka.
- How much of a role/impact would you say your faith has (or has had) in how you go about your everyday life?
A huge one. The things I do NOT do are mostly dependent on a close relationship with God and the proof of people who acknowledge his existence.
- What are your thoughts on live-stream TV evangelists?
The same thoughts as people on radio and podcast. They are another voice on another medium.
- How long have you been a believer? Did you grow up in the Church?
I grew up in the church from birth.
- Have you ever felt judged for your faith or your beliefs, and/or been criticized for being too enthusiastic in how you worship? Share a particular experience if you’d like.
Not at all. Just minor conversations with friends who say they don’t believe in God or Jesus.
- Of the three, which do you most prefer: ministry, prayer, or worship?
Ministry.
- What message do you hope is conveyed in the release of this documentary? What impact do you hope this film will have?
[That] Christians aren’t sheep and blind followers.
- How do you know the director, Alan Nettles and what led you to become involved in this project?
I became aware of Alan Nettles through Omari Paul. Omari invited me to be a second hand in the audio production.