For the One – Rewind #2

Let’s talk Phil Wickham. In the movie, he’s the first to crack open his story—and it’s not just surface-level stuff. He shares his testimony, his struggles, and the winding road that led him into music. And just when you think it couldn’t get more personal, we’re invited into a tender moment between Phil and his dad, John, as they reflect on John’s baptism and Phil’s early years growing up in faith.

The songs that Phil included in the movie around the time of him sharing about his childhood were “I believe” and “Sunday is coming.”

One of the most powerful moments comes when Phil opens up about his vocal cord surgery. Phil talked about his struggle with his identity when he couldn’t talk, no less sing for 6 weeks. Phil wrestled with a big question: Who am I if I can’t sing? Through reflection and knowing who God is, his father, he realized no matter the circumstances, he is a child of God first and foremost. His identity is in Christ, not the ability that Christ gave him. This is inspiring for all of us. We are not who the world says we are, we are children of God. No matter what happens in this life, God loves us and we are his children. Nothing can take that away from us.

It was interesting to hear more about Phil’s background and how he grew up in Southern California. His dad talked about how he was a part of the Jesus Revolution in the 1970’s and was baptized at the age of 15 —the first in his family. It’s crazy how John’s baptism and belief in Jesus led him to find his wife and ultimately to Phil being born. John’s decision impacted Phil, whose life and songs impact millions of others. One act of obedience echoed across generations. That’s the kind of ripple effect only God can orchestrate. Who knows that impact you and I could have as well with the power of Jesus on our side!

So here’s the challenge: What kind of legacy are we building? What step of faith might God use in your life to impact someone else’s decades from now?

Ready to go deeper? The download includes two days of devotions centered on “I Believe” and “Sunday Is Coming.” You’ll find scripture, reflection questions, and prayer prompts to help you connect more deeply with God through these songs.

Let’s lean in, listen well, and remember—our identity is secure, our story matters, and God is always at work.