SOW Spotlight - Chakara Vinson
An Interview With Chakara Vinson
- How do you define WORSHIP? (In other words, what does WORSHIP mean to you??)
To worship is to continually give God praise & thanks.
- What was your role in the film? (Vocalist, Instrumental, Production Crew)
Praise Team.
- Have you had any professional training? Vocal? Instrumental? Production/Film Crew?
Yes. Ladies of Vocal Excellence, Sigma Alpha Iota, University Choir, Production Crew: Late Night Marlie, Unwrapped, Straight Outta TSU, Stepping out with D'Lashay, The Silver Twins Movie
- What do YOU think are the biggest misconceptions people have when it comes to gospel music, worship, and/or faith-based films?
That the premise of the storyline is the same in every movie.
- Favorite Gospel artist?
Kirk Franklin.
- What is your go-to GOSPEL jam (song/track)?
"A Lovely Day" - Kirk Franklin
- Favorite Psalm or Bible verse?
"Blessed are those who are meek, for they shall inherit the Earth".
- How much of a role/impact would you say your faith has (or has had) in how you go about your everyday life?
Every day I ask God for guidance and for him to lead me where HE wants me to go.
- What are your thoughts on live-stream TV evangelists?
To each his own.
- How long have you been a believer? Did you grow up in the Church?
Since I was able to understand the meaning of God; Yes.
- 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.
Yes but I just say a prayer for them and continue to do the right thing. That's what matters to me.
- Of the three, which do you most prefer: ministry, prayer, or worship?
PRAYER.
- What message do you hope is conveyed in the release of this documentary? What impact do you hope this film will have?
That there are good people who want to spread the message about amazing and incredible God can be.
- How do you know the director, Alan Nettles and what led you to become involved in this project?
Alan and His mom are dear friends of my family. We also both love production and thought this would be a good fit for me to audition for!