The Donnie McClurkin Story: From Darkness to Light

I thought this was an excellent movie. It goes to show that we don't have to stay in the dark, no matter what the obstacle, because Jesus is the Light of the World. He will bring you to him, just rely totally on Him and deliverance will come, victory will come, mountains will be moved! I was especially moved when I heard Donnie McClurkin's testimony regarding the song "Stand." (By the way, it is my favorite song.)It is through these life changing experiences that Jesus can do his greatest work, when we rely on him. So stop trying to fix the problem, for you see, after you've done all "you" can, just "Stand," and watch the Lord see you through. Another good point was Donnie's remark about the "mothers" in the church who kept him in line. They encouraged him to be a man. They told him this is how a man should act. With so many "fatherless" homes, we need the good old mothers today, but where are they?I do wish that there was more time in the movie to hear more verses of the songs that were sung; but that would have made the movie too long. I was able to listen to some of the songs from the extras. Even the "behind the scenes" look was encouraging. Just think, even Donnie McClurkin gets nervous, but he has a job to do, and he does it - minister to the people. That's the example for all of us. You have a gift and God will help you to use it.One final thought, regardless of what the world says, God created "man," and "woman" to be his help meet. That's the way it "is" to be. Those practicing ungodly ways, you too need to come out of the darkness to the light.

My spirit connected with Donnie McClurkin's when I first heard of him on his first solo CD in 2001. Songs like "Stand" and "Have a Talk with Jesus" lifted me above my cares during a very trying time in my life. Somehow I knew Donnie was singing from his heart. He was not just making good music, he was commisserating with the Lord whether 'we' were getting it or not. I saw him at Hopeville in San Diego a few years ago and the electricity in the room made me stand up and shout to the Lord. It was the most amazing corporate worship experience I ever had up to that point. This DVD gave insight to the reason why Donnie praises and worships the Lord the way he does. He has a testimony that will encourage and inspire any of us who have a 'past' that satan wants to use to hold us down. God has a greater purpose for His creation and He will use every experience we go through to that end if we place ourselves in His hands. He is the 'recovery' hurting people need. It is a wonderful, unashamed 'life story' that Donnie shares with us on this DVD. It can encourage anyone, no matter what you've been through or have done, that you can get back up again. God bless Donnie McClurkin for sharing this very open, honest, poignant testimony of his life and deliverance.

Donnie has an awesome story. It couldn't have been told any better. I'm glad he did it himself and used all the people that went through this with him.It is raw and true. This story will be able to reach out and help others who are struggling with the trials in their lives. It will give them hope to go on and have faith that God will bring them through whatever they are dealing with and Donnie is a living witness that God can. He will help others to step out on faith and let God heal them. Nothing is impossible for him. He has a testimony that everyone should see and hear. He lets you know that God is real even when you've gone through the worst of times, God can bring you through and have something so amazing for you that you can't even comprehend it.He let go and let God. Awesome Donnie!!! I recommend everyone to see this story. If you are seeking God or just lost and trying to find your way, see this video, it will bring you to the light. It's worth every penny. I'm going to buy more to pass out to people that need to see this story, you should too.

I don't know what I was expecting, but I should not have been surprised; I know that Donnie (pastor McClurkin) puts his all into what ever he does. Now I can see that it started way back when he started. Thank you Lord for putting him in our time - sharing your truth. Pastor Donnie will be a legend in gospel music and ministry.

I first heard this young man many years ago, before I retired. Of course being my age I don't like many of the new sounds, but this young man has many songs that I enjoy hearing. The story of how he got to where he is, takes a vast amount of guts to tell. I relate to much of the story because we were a singing family. Never really well known, but then I raised my children as a singing family and much of what was shown in his video, also happened in my family as I raised my children. It was almost like seeing relatives, but then that is probably part of his reaching power, he is so very like everyones family. I loved it

This product came in the mail on time according the email, I received when purchasing this DVD. I love this DVD and a true fan of this Artist. This DVD is and was a blessing to my SOUL. If you are reading this I encourage you to purchase it, and even if your not sure if you would watch it. Take it and pass it alone as a gift to young man or anyone that may need a little help in there walk in life. I as a young saved HOLY GHOST FILLED YOUNG MAN. WILL SAY YOU ARE NEVER TO HIGH NOR TO LOW TO RECEIVE OR ASK FOR HELP.....GOD BLESS & HOPE YOU ENJOY THE DVD

a. moving story of adversity and hope of overcoming it, Truly this is what Dr, Martin Luther King meant as the song says "We shall overcome someday, Thanks Donnie I too share the sexual abuse and your story sheds light to what I have dealt with as well as describing the predatory people out their, I thought I was the only one dealing with them I enjoyed the music tremendously, You are God sent to me.

For anyone who want to abandon any negative rumors about Donnie McClurkin and who he is, check out this inspirational video about his life. It's Donnie, very honest and open. He reveals a once wonderful childhood turned painful by an unfortunate and sad episode that changed him and unravelled his family. He is truly an example that no matter how bleak your life is or what dark secrets it holds, God is the answer. He will deliver and keep his promise. Love you Donnie, you have arrived. Keep on keeping on in Jesus's name.

Really amazing a must see