There are several aspects of BridgeHeart that distinguishes it from the existing record and publishing companies. Perhaps the most significant difference is that we have been called to collaborate directly with the artist and the church. Just as the Bible says that a "triple bound cord is not easily broken" we believe that the braiding together of the efforts of these three entities most surely safeguards and promotes the growth and well being of those who are called to spread the gospel through the arts.
Initially, we encourage the Church's participation in the costs of launching the artist. The Church has long been accustomed to supporting the missionary in the foreign field. However, the idea of launching a warrior of God out into the realm of worship, praise, and exaltation of Christ through the arts is a privilege of the Church that somehow has been laid aside. Nevertheless, as the Church seeds into the artist, BridgeHeart then seeds back into the Church ten percent (10%) of all product sales from that artist. We suggest that this Stewardship tithe of (10%) be put into a pool from which other artist within that specific Church could have their ministries launched.
A perpetual circle of blessing and provision would grow from that pool. Just as God has promised us a ten fold return for that which we give into His hand, I think we should brace ourselves for the avalanche of blessings He returns and gives to the Church for the artists they have sent out in His Name. Blessings of finances to be sure...But, more importantly, for every communicator we send out should we not expect that He would raise up at least ten (10) more in our midst?
Think of it...Every time a piece of Music, a C.D., or video is sold through our distribution channels, the Church is given 10% of the sale. This can very quickly grow into a great source of provision for what God desires to do for His Church and His people. The strength of this plan is that all parties involved end up mightily blessing each other as they serve God.
As you ponder and pray about your involvement in BridgeHeart Ministries you may also think of pastors, music directors, artists or other friends who might be very interested in hearing about what God is doing in our midst. Please feel free to email their names and addresses to BridgeHeart.com.
In closing, allow me to repeat a thought I gave you earlier. If we wish to plant something of eternal value, we have to channel our resources into something immortal. The only institution on the planet that is immortal and eternal is the Church, Christ's own Body. To help those who are called to build up the Church is to do your own part in building that, which is eternal.
Remember...there is no "Music Business Triumphant"... there is only the "Church Triumphant".