Former Newsboys Singer John James Talks Fall and Redemption: 'God Refused to Give Up on Me'

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148 Jul 23, 2026 24:27

Former Newsboys singer John James joins Crosswalk Talk's Michael Foust to share the powerful story behind his new memoir, Newsboy: My Story of Hope and Second Chances. He opens up about the painful collapse of his career and personal life, the lies that kept him from singing for nearly 30 years, and the incredible redemption he found in Christ. James also discusses his new album, God of the Second Chance, and explains why he believes no one is ever too far gone for God's grace. As the lead singer during the band's early years, James provided the voice for some of the Newsboys' most iconic songs, including Shine and Breakfast. This is the rest of the story.

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