Russ Taff | Features on Film with Andrew Greer
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- Опубликовано: 15 сен 2024
- Watch this sobering interview with Russ Taff about alcoholism, his road to recovery and redemption, and his upcoming movie - in theaters October 30. (http:russtaffmovie.com) Russ and his wife Tori invited CCM's Andrew Greer to their home just outside of Nashville, Tennessee for a candid conversation on this latest episode of 'Features on Film." #RussTaff #CCMmag #AndrewGreer
Watch him sing, "I Cry" at 30:00 minute mark.
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What fascinates me most is his love for God and his honesty when he talks about himself. Every time he cries I do also. Thank God for his grace and mercy. I am always listening or watching his performances. Bless him. He is a great inspiration to me personally. Thank you Jesus.
I am from Brazil and I moved to America in 1978. I heard about Russ and since then I started enjoying his music. He is a tranparent guy. Thank God the devil didn't break his family. Bless you Russ. Continue to praise God with your music. Blessings
What a great testimony of God's grace and mercy.
My heart breaks at his story. Thank God, He showed Russ the way through. Lord, set us free.
Such a beautiful redemptive story. I loved Russ Taft when he was with the Imperials. They came to our church Metrochurch in Edmond, Oklahoma every year. To God be the glory for another amazing and incredible story that can be a blessing for many. Thank you Lord and thank you Russ.
If you get a chance to watch the documentary "I Still Belive" (free to Amazon Prime members), it is VERY POWERFUL! There is a scene near the end where Russ is still struggling with addiction and unexpectedly receives prayer from a dying minister - he receives a "Father's Blessing" prayer from this man and that was the final missing peice that helped him cross the finish line and stop the destructive behavior. He did not get the blessing from his earthly dad but God still made a way. The man who prayed passed away one month later - but God!
Wow...what he says about the management of His drinking is a revelation and even though Russ yearned to sing and serve Jesus, there was a long and heavy cross he had to bear before he could truly cry...You have helped me Brother. God Bless. Tori you are Awesome, anyone else would of walked and your both a living testimony of the Grace of God and His Loving Son and the difference a loving Wife makes to change a man, into a true servant of a God...
Not only has this movie changed my life, I am also a fallen brotha in Christ but God has brought me back. Mr. Russ you told my story and your wife is a fighter and warrior of Christ and love! Thank you Russ and Tori!! You too help save my life! I love you two and the family!
I attended a christian school in Abilene, TX and back then, everybody wanted to be Russ Taff. Mr. Russ, you have been an inspiration for me since the late 70's. There is great power and depth in your singing. Thanks for staying humble and thanks for your powerful testimony of what God can do for addicted people. I want to share one of my favorite verses. Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.” I've been alot of places since the 70s in that little christian school. But, Heavenly Father has never left me, guided me all the way, and nothing has been wasted.
Thank you so much for this bless soul God has given us to share his love through his music, i thank him so much for sharing his story. My story is of a different hurt and pain. But thank God he kept me, and i just want Russ And his wife to know keep going, so many people are being bless by you. Love that song, Help, I'm glad. I love you my sister and brother. Amanda
Thank you, Andrew, for this soul stirring discussion. Russ and Tori are amazing. Their faith is so true and real. This is the 2nd time I have watched this, and I know I will again. ❤
I could identify with you growing up in a small pentecostal church.. Mine was a speaking in tongues, rolling on the floor type. , I was sure I was going to get struck by lightning the first time I ever entered a theater. Hearing your story brought me to tears. Russ Taff , thank you for sharing your story. I have been a fan of yours for years.
Incredible person...do you realize how important Russ 's testimony is to the world?
This testimony is the most powerful testimony I have ever heard. Russ is so honest and real. When I became a Christian so many years ago, Russ was playing with The Imperials and my husband and I nearly wore out that album as new Christians. I thought Russ was great then, but now I feel he is better than ever. His testimony is so powerful! Tori is wonderful, too. I love how God gets all the glory! When Tori says, "That whole picture is God"....well, that says it all.
We went to your shows. Loved your Ministry. I stood up at a concert in Waco, TX because of the Holy Spirit being so alive in me. I would have prayed for you if I knew and believed you needed it. I played your albums off the air while playing Country music at a
radio station. Now I pray easily. We just don't know what people are going through so if God says pray do it now.
God I love him. Keep blessing him Lord. I really needed this interview. 🙏🏼
This is so awesome. There is healing, love, acceptance. Thank you all 3 of you xxx
This man and his music of the album "The way home", absolutely changed my life and music.
What a story of God's love and grace. God has blessed Russ with an amazing talent and a wonderful testimony. Bless Russ and Tori for sharing your story!
You're such a beautiful soul, Russ Taff🙏🏼😌💗. I've always loved your music. I relate very much with your story.. I'm still in process of being healed in my soul. God bless you always precious brother!!❤👑😌🙏🏼💝💎
Russ and Tori, You have no idea how much I needed this. Thank you. All praise be to our Loving Heavenly Father.
I stumbled back onto your song, “I Cry” after being a Russ Taff/Imperials follower many years ago. The song made me feel so sad yet drew me in at the same time. I didn’t know your story until recently. If you ever read these posts please pray for our family as we walk through addictions. I believe God’s got this!
Mr. Russ you and your family are a true blessing. I love the song Praise The Lord
Interview like this always gives me the CHILLS... God's Grace still amazes me!
I fell in love with his voice and music at the age of 8. I listened to Russ Taff until I was at least 14. About 10 years ago I heard a band called Kings of Leon. I heard Russ Taff in his voice. I did some digging and found out that the lead singer, Caleb Followill grew up listening to Russ Taff! Wow! Checking out the movie October 30th!
Sean Wallin Wallin Caleb Followill was also brought up in a very strict pentecostal home (as was I) Calebs dad (when he & Nathan were boys) would come to our church and preach and Nathan would play my drums.
Oh wow that makes so much sense now!
Real & transparency in life, Jesus is saving us from ourselves! Hallelujah🙌 Thank you Russ & Tori for being real!!!
Love Russ Taff and his music. I bought a Imperials Record and listened to it all the time
Thank you so much! I hope you know how much this means to so many hurting people - some from additions and some from guilt.
thank you for sharing this. I have loved Russ' music for a long time. His story means so much now, seeing how God has healed and restored his heart and soul.
I love his testimony. He always say 'I love Jesus'.
Love the testimony, honesty and love for Christ. Thank you so much for sharing your story Russ.
Table in the Wilderness is awesome,all your songs are!
Such a touching interview. I've loved Russ and his unique vocals since I first heard him. I was blessed to see him with the Gaithers while living in Las Vegas, awesome!
I wish I could see that movie right now. I always thought Russ is such an amazing artist. And now I realize he is such an amazing person.
When I see and listen to Russ, I see and feel Jesus.
I listened to the Imperials as a teenager! Then watched Russ go solo. I had no idea of his struggles. So glad he came out with his testimony
Glad he’s being healed and for their commitment to their marriage
I love to hear him sing. He is SAVED.
Thank you Russ for being real you and your family has inspired more than you'll ever know! God bless you all
I love Russ and his family - a genuine soul. God continue to help him. Will see him in heaven someday. God bless
Tori is a gem. 👍👍. Such words of wisdom. Leaving was always on the table she says but she recognised that she's was living with the product of a woman who should have left but didn't........🥺
Thanks, In the 70's I saw you in DC and did not see your problems. But, you helped me forget mine with your music. The Imperials were one of the few records/ maybe a tape I could not afford to buy. it may have been lunch money and it was so worth it. Eagle Song was so perfect at that time in my life, young struggling to make end meet with a child, a divorce and low paying job. And The Trumpets of Jesus and so. He Can use a donkey or the dog next door. He used you.
Praise GOD glory to Jesus for this man.... I am 57 and listen to him since he started.. wow
I LOVE this interview. I needed this more than you know
I love Russ taffs music. Love the way he sings.
God! He is tapping on a LOT of the abuse I experienced throughout my childhood. That parental control and “shunning” still exist in my life from a distance. And the Lord is walking me through the process of untangling the lasting pain and trauma I learned how to exist AND thrive with for too many years.
Wow! What a testimony!!
Amazing testimony.
Bless your darling wife
Great interview. Having read the book, I am very pleased to watch these interviews to piece together how Russ got through the roughest part of his recovery. We cant get the movie in NZ yet in 2020 so these interviews are very helpful. I like their ability to talk about their experiences and give us pictures to help with making it seem attractive and possible. Thankyou
U have great voice keep sing no matter what do"not give up
Thank you Russ, your testimony touches my heart! Knowing that through it all, Jesus was, and is with you 🙏💞 7-30-20
Broken people saved by grace.
Rush this is huge I just want you to know I'm praying for you everyday
Love wins Everytime!!! . Jesus loved you and loved me so much that he chased us down & brought us back to Him. I used to need to drink before bkfast every morning ....whiskey-- just to face the day. I had to face trying to be the person everyone else wanted me to be . Thank God He showed me who I am in Jesus .....and that that.....is enough. You know in the Bible Jesus says faith, hope &love & the greatest is love. People think being able to love is easy......i spent 50 years not knowing how to love & trust. .I never TRULY loved until I trusted Jesus with my whole heart. He is the great physician, friend, blessed Hope, the I am that I am, Elshadai, Adonai !!!! God bless everyone . He's coming soon !!!!
Sharon...your post here touches my heart in more ways than you will ever know. I can relate to what you are saying and I know with God's help there is hope for everyone. *hugs*
i really needed this i have opid addiction
Keep on listening and searching for the truth. Stay in the presence of people who do the same.
Chris you got this and Christ is all you need!!! Proud of you brother!!!
Chris hang in there Jesus got this. He's still in the healing business. God's The same yesterday today and Forever Amen let the HolyGhost guide you Amen
Reach out with brothers in your city and you can always contact me and i can lead you to more friends online who love God
I love this interview uncles russ.
Absolutely well done ! ❤️ I know Bill W.
When can we see this again,
There’s more time in commercials than the program itself.
" Repent is the START ....... "
Repent simply means ; rethought , rethink ,
with great anguish of despair , change of mind
Who are the 6 devils that dislikes this video and Russ Taff????
Am I the only one annoyed that the interviewer smiles while Russ is telling sad stories? 😒
We see everyone smiling in this interview! Russ' story is one of healing - something to celebrate. We know Andrew celebrates Russ, who he knows, big-time!
@@CCMmagazine He smiled, he did not laugh. I think that he cares about this man. It was a sweet/ kind interview. I loved it . I am so grateful for the healing of this family, and that they healed together. But it sounded hard, but not to hard for the God that loved them both. Tori was /is a wonderful wife to go through this for, and with him. God's grace is sufficient for us all. I came from an acholic ( sorry I do not even know how to spell that word) family. I married a man who does not drink. I guess I married to get away from it. And I did. I am so thankful for that. Almost 54 years and I still love him.
cadia77
Hey there,
I wanted to focus completely on this interview, so I purposely didn’t read any of the comments.
I did so, even through all the smiling during the telling of punches and beatings, UNTIL I heard the host giggle, when Mr Taff told of a time he was punched in the face (again) by his mother.
Hmmmm, I though, did I hear giggling? He’s supposed to be Mr Taff’s friend?
I don’t know if the laughter was out of discomfort or nervousness, but it didn’t settle well with me.
So I began reading the comments to see if anyone else noticed this.
You’re the only one to speak up.
🤔🤔🤔
I guess it was ok with Mr Taff, or it would’ve been re-recorded...
Take care, God bless
✝️💟🛐
Rena Swan
Hi. I’m probably extra sensitive because I’m in the middle of a divorce from an abusive relationship. I think it’s something most people would glance over. But when my ex would beat my kids, that was nothing to smile about 🤷♂️
cadia77
Hey there,
Thank you for replying.
I think after being in a marriage like that, that you notice (for good reason) more than most, when it comes to body language.
Please don’t discredit it!!!
My heart hurts for you and for your children.
I know this won’t give you much comfort, but I wish I could erase all of the bad moments throughout your marriage, and replace EVERY un-lovable touch he placed upon your babies, with love and kindness...
I HATE that you’re going through this, but I am thankful to God that you’re getting away from it!!!
I will pray for you and your children.
God bless you.
✝️💟🛐