Through this experience and other occasional encounters, both men gained first-hand knowledge of Mullins' humility and genuineness. The fact that Mullins released eleven albums didn't affect his pride either. That's hard to live up to 24 hours a day. That's why it's so good to have family and friends who aren't impressed with what I do-they just love me. And there's a big difference.
Adoration is a wonderful thing-and very, very dangerous.
Rich Mullins is probably known best for his deep and inspiring lyrics. It is no surprise that, as of 1995 he had received 10 Dove Award nominations and produced 21 top 10 songs, eight of which reached number one. That kind of realism I think God honors. In the June 1992 issue of CCM, Mullins told of what he relates to in the writings of other people. Always singing praises to God, Rich Mullins lived life to its fullest, giving God nothing but his best.