Rebecca was born in Sydney, Australia, to David and Helen Smallbone. She is the oldest of seven children, and currently lives in Los Angeles with Jacob. Rebecca took the name St. James from her grandmother, as it was her maiden name. Her album ‘’God’’ was certified Gold by the RIAA in 1995. Also, ‘’Pray ‘’ was certified Gold by the RIAA on the last week of September 1999.
Rebecca's musical career began in 1990 at age 13 when she began opening shows for CCM (Christian Contemporary Music) artist Carman during his Australian tour which was promoted by her father's company, David Smallbone Promotions. That same year she recorded her first album, Refresh My Heart. In 1991 she moved to the United States upon signing with ForeFront Records, and took her stage name at the label's request.
In 1999 Rebecca received a Grammy Award for her album ''Pray'' in the Best Rock Gospel Album category. Rebecca is the eighth Australian artist or group to win a Grammy Award.
In 2003 she played the part of Maggie (Mary Magdalene) in the !HERO rock opera.
Rebecca is an open supporter of teenage sexual abstinence, and has become an unofficial spokesperson for True Love Waits. The single "Wait for Me", from her 2000 album Transform, encourages waiting to have sex until after marriage. Later that year it also became the title and focus of a 46-city tour. James wrote the song herself on a tour bus, and it became instantly popular. The song was also used on the TV program The O.C. Rebecca's first book, titled Wait for Me: Rediscovering the Joy of Purity in Romance, was published in 2002 and further addressed the issue.
In November of 2005, Rebecca released her highly anticipated album If I Had One Chance To Tell You Something. After not putting out a new pop/rock album since 2000, this album combines Rebecca's overall versatility in vocal and song writing to the finest degree.
Rebecca sang a song on the 2005 soundtrack, Music Inspired by the Chronicles of Narnia called "Lion" for which she won a Dove Award.
A Special Edition of If I Had One Chance To Tell You Something was released in November 2006 and included two acoustic tracks and other special features.
In 2007. Rebecca released her live CD\DVD aLIVE In Florida featuring some of her No. 1 hits as well as fan favorites.
In 2008, two compilation albums, The Ultimate Collection (Double Disc) and Greatest Hits featuring some of her biggest hits were released. The same year she also released a new book called Pure: A 90-Day Devotional for the Mind, Body, & Spirit which broke into Top 10 at #9 on the CBA bestseller's list in Feb 2009. Pure is also nominated among the Top 3 books of 2009 for the youth/teen market.
The September 09' release of Loved, (Hachette/Faithwords) and the fall national film release of Sarah’s Choice capped 2009 as one of Rebecca’s most creatively diverse years.
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Rebecca St. James Lyrics
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From this day on - until forever
I will take the narrow road
For I am not alone
I do not walk this path alone
Yes, I believe in God
This I will say to you
Oh, I believe in God
For I have found the way
And I am not ashamed
I believe in God
So through the fire I'll be refined
And if that fire were to take this life
I'll be with Him forever
I will be with Him forever
You said "If any man comes after Me
He must deny himself, take his cross
And follow after Me"
So here I come after You knowing
When my life I lose
You give Yours in return
You give Your new life in return
The lyrics to Rebecca St. James’s song “Yes I Believe in God” speak of the commitment and dedication of a believer in their faith. The singer proclaims her determination to follow the “narrow road” of righteousness, no matter the cost, because she is not alone in her journey. She professes her belief in God, declaring that she is not ashamed to do so, even if it means facing death.
The song goes on to express the singer’s willingness to endure whatever is necessary, including trials and the refining fire of suffering, in order to be with God forever. The lyrics touch on the biblical passage in which Jesus tells us that if we want to follow him, we must deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow him. The singer declares her readiness to do just that, knowing that in losing her life, she will gain new life in Christ.
Overall, the message of the song is one of deep faith and unwavering devotion to God. It speaks to the believer’s willingness to follow God, no matter the cost, and to trust that in doing so, we will be rewarded with eternal life.
Line by Line Meaning
Whatever the cost
No matter what challenges lie ahead, I am committed to my faith
From this day on - until forever
My commitment to God is permanent and unwavering
I will take the narrow road
I will follow the difficult and challenging path set before me by my faith
For I am not alone
I am not alone in my journey, as God is always with me
I do not walk this path alone
My faith and God's love guides me along every step of the way
Yes, I believe in God
I have faith in God's existence and presence in the world
This I will say to you
I will declare my faith proudly to all who will listen
Mean it death or mean it life
I will hold onto my faith, even if it means facing death
Oh, I believe in God
My belief in God is strong and unshakable
For I have found the way
My faith has given me direction and purpose in life
And I am not ashamed
I am proud of my faith and will not be afraid to express it
So through the fire I'll be refined
I will face challenges and difficulties, but they will only serve to strengthen my faith
And if that fire were to take this life
Even in the face of death, I will not lose my faith in God
I'll be with Him forever
I believe that my soul will live eternally with God after death
You said "If any man comes after Me
I am following the guidance and teachings of Jesus Christ, whom I believe to be the path to God
He must deny himself, take his cross
Following God requires self-sacrifice and taking on the challenges that come with it
And follow after Me"
I am striving to live my life according to the principles set by Jesus Christ
So here I come after You knowing
I am intentionally choosing to follow God despite the challenges that may come with it
When my life I lose
Even in death, I know that my soul will live on with God
You give Yours in return
God has promised to give eternal life to those who follow Him
You give Your new life in return
I believe in the promise of new life and eternal salvation through God
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, BMG Rights Management, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: JANET FOLGER, REBECCA JEAN SMALLBONE, REBECCA ST. JAMES
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