Marriage Advice, Lessons on Rejection & More | Premier Gospel Chats

Fred Hammond is one of gospel musics most notable artists, not only working alongside megastars such as Kirk Franklin and Mary Mary but also helping bring in new talent in to the industry.
In this inspiring interview Fred and Muyiwa discuss the truths of his divorce, the lessons through the pain, being sacked by a musical legend and offers priceless advice to those who've been rejected.
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[@pennymcpherson7806]

Who else learned Bible texts through Fred Hammond songs?🙋🏽‍♀️

[@jp2fedmond]

Me too Sis!!!!!

[@craigsavage7102]

No weapon formed against me shall prosper

[@Edjbeat_science]

🙋🏾‍♂️

[@ebonyshurger]

🙋🏿‍♀️

[@lyndasjackson]

🙋🏾‍♀️ yes, him and William Murphy🎶

[@rochellebradford]

Fred will always be my top gospel singer of all times.

[@michellehoggard49]

Yes I love his sound.

[@greeksalad4783]

I love Fred Hammond's music! 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@britneyirish200]

Mine Too, Thank You Jesus. I Love You Sis

[@landondavisjr4773]

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[@deborahjcage1427]

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[@Am71919]

This is unbelievable, Fred Hammond is 61 years old and he looks exactly like he did 30 years ago

[@lyndasjackson]

Exactly!🙌🏾

[@GJ3ful]

@Masterful Chords Inc. _____ Amen.👍🙃💖💖💖

[@reggiegeorge4044]

😳

[@GJ3ful]

@@reggiegeorge4044 You're AMAZED I see eh???🤔

[@josephmiller1576]

Lol. So do I. . 😌

[@FGCOUNCIL]

Love Fred Hammond. “The George Duke & Quincy Jones of Gospel Music.”

[@deloresbryant184]

Love this Man. His music has helped Me get through so many storm in my life. His stories were sooo relevant and similar to my life. I found peace in the words and melodies. As i listened to his words, I learned and actually started to believe that God Loved Me and cared. His songs and his voice are anointed. The Anointing made the difference in my life. Thank you Mr Hammond. FYI: I loved Commission also.💖

[@mdooms76]

Fred Hammond is my favorite artist of all times!!!! We go way back to Commissioned days!!!!!!! He is the GOAT...writing, singing, instruments etc.!

[@yeshuaismysavior118]

Yes! Commissioned was one I grew up on and still listen to this day! Be blessed.

[@sherrisolomon8673]

Totally!

[@deborahkirk5240]

Mine as well! Been listening to him since 1985 while in “Commissioned”

[@godschild2012ful]

Absolutely

[@athreefoldcord]

I remember a play Fred Hammond did back in the early nineties called, "Only the Strong"!

[@philipjames751]

What Uncle Fred said about Division in the marriage was very powerful. My wife and I are celebrating 25 years of marriage this August and the vision we share is to put God first in our marriage and in our home.

[@powergirl7619]

Amen .For me it's 15 years.A house that is divided can not stand.We need Jesus in our life.We need Jesus in our marriage.I suggest that if you are having trouble in your marriage pray and ask God to refresh your eyes with your spouse.In Jesus name.

[@ladyt4062]

Exactly, 31 years for us!

[@ladyt4062]

@@powergirl7619 yes! Put in the WORK!

[@powergirl7619]

@@ladyt4062 Amen!!❤

[@powergirl7619]

@@ladyt4062 ❤

[@protectedmusiclover850]

Once he mentioned Bread of Heaven, I started singing it ..."Sent down from glory..." and had to stop the YT Video to listen to that song twice, immediately. Love that song!

[@lyndasjackson]

I love that one too

[@chrisisslick]

You Are the Living Word is the jam!

[@lyndasjackson]

@@chrisisslick yesssss

[@poeticallycorrect1676]

It’s the ohhhh’s for me! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@patricksdjohnson]

🙌🏿

[@pgfranks]

I have a new respect for Fred. The interviewer is actually really good. Keeps the conversation going gracefully.

[@raedellvaughn-bey1156]

His music took me thru raising my children thru my storms and fears now he is taking my children thru their storms as parents to their children they still remember those songs I listened to then now grown adults those songs mean something to them he is still my favorite and never changes

[@ladyt4062]

The Man is the leader of the Home, as long as he is leading in a Godly way! Married for 31 years now!! Marriage works and it is WORK!

[@mazznaturals]

💯 True! Congratulations 🎉 on 31 years May your marriage continue to flourish! 🙏🏾

[@ladyt4062]

@@mazznaturals thanks so much!! God Bless you!!

[@mazznaturals]

@@ladyt4062 Thank you! 😊

[@Akilah077]

🙏🏾❤️

[@greglismonjr1368]

Fred is definitely one of my all time favorites in gospel music! I love the inspiration he shares...he always has a word of substance and wisdom every time he speaks

[@kristenphillips7208]

What shook me was when he started talking about how he should/would have been an abortion. 😭 To the molecule, this is a testament of how powerful the greatness of God truly is!! 💕

[@marshallhall2140]

" God Wants To Restore Our Covenant Relationship & Family By Healing Our Betrayal and Trust Issues From Past Relationships "....!!!!!

[@YummyChoco1]

🎯💯🙌🏾

[@ladypinkbagsetc.9116]

My favorite male Gospel singer! 🙏🏼❤️

[@2umsvee214]

Listen to him every morning while on my walk" Alexa play Fred Hammond"😁

[@TheUglyDoctor]

💕💕💕

[@mariansinger2346]

Fred has integrity. He is a Man of God with humility and integrity, among other godly characteristics.

[@marionrogers890]

Remember your activities from Ted Bank NJ in the 90s...I still call you The Bad Boy of Gospel. Saw you and Donnie in performance in 2018...Stay on the wall of God's Safety.

[@marionrogers890]

RED BANK NJ CORRECTION!!!

[@N.3242]

Fred is so important to gospel music. He is such a treasure! I can't say thank you enough. Thanks for letting God use you!

[@jacquelinegarvin4520]

Fred Hammond is a true soldier in the Army of the Lord, love you keep up the good work.

[@dgaines6781]

So blessed this was in my suggestions. I have so many takeaways. The foremost being Fred's statement, "Patience is the ability to remain the same while you wait." It spoke to my current situation and was like a salve to my soul.

[@keishapuryear8180]

I love how transparent and accountable Mr Hammond was about his role in his marriage. No fiscal or economic literacy and they ways he was initially moving in his marriage. I believe more people don't understand that marriage is the beginning of a new journey/struggle. At the first impasse many walk away rather than making the necessary adjustments. Pride, selfishness and pack of accountability are at the heart if most marriages ending.

[@rwalker3338]

A wonderful man of God, love and pure honesty. You are deeply appreciated, respected and loved my dear big brother.

[@mylovewalk6981]

I'm a true witness to the anointing on his music from back in the day. My God yawl don't know how it blessed me.

[@deborahriddle8630]

Tracy Hall, his music has got me through!!

[@clamb6525]

Tracy Hall, I couldn't agree with you more!🔥🔥

[@hipandcool3285]

Oh I know!! All I listened to was Free To Worship, after my divorce, and was blessed by his ministry tremendously. I know exactly what you mean.

[@soultrain58]

Be there, done that, Sis 🙏🏿

[@marshallhall2140]

" Witness " ... " His Anoited Ministry Has Been A Blessing Beyond Measure "....!!!!!!

[@N.3242]

I had just started my on personal walk with the lord. My girlfriend had played spirit of David on our way to church. It just changed my walk and made want to worship the lord when I heard those songs. Made me want a deeper relationship with the lord. Even till this when I feel lost,heart broken,or just want worship God. I Go back to these songs. Thanks Fred! ❤

[@sjb1766]

😎❤️👍🙏

[@anthonyparish3034]

I love the honesty and authentic way of Fred Hammond.I enjoy his desire to be effective more than anything else at least that's what it seems to me

[@angelpewa6259]

This interview is powerful 😭. The way Fred's identity is embedded in the word is powerful. God I bring before every person watching this and reading this. May we ALL hold your powerful word as a mirror to reflect us, as brother Fred Hammond has done here. So that we can see our true reflection past the rejection, past the pain, and the name calling, brokenness etc. In the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ 🙏.

[@michelledavid2972]

Amen 🙏🏽

[@SuzzyK]

Amen

[@rayotti4530]

Fred is so authentic

[@hazelcrawford9237]

Love you and love your records but my favorite is no weapon formed against me shall prosper Hallelujah yes lord amen 🙏🙏🙏

[@tastenc42]

I love order

[@ThaWayOut]

Amen Fred, The annointing destroys the yoke of bondages and heals the trauma of pain.

[@preacherzkid40]

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU SIR...YOU'LL NEVER KNOW HOW MUCH AND HOW MANY LIVES YOU HAVE BLESSED, HELPED,ENCOURAGED,ENLIGHTENED AND STRENGTHENED. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU.

[@rwhite3119]

You are right; people have no idea what is going on in a private home… As long as you know and do the right thing, God will see to you. I’m a living witness…

[@shantechavis2489]

➡️The ability to remain the same while you're waiting... patience ⬅️

[@anthonyjeter4643]

14:05 was truth...I needed this powerful interview. "Making sure my family had a safe place to land", was the absolute facts!

[@aletheamallory9674]

What an encouraging and enlightening intervew.👑

[@sonyatopaz4888]

Fred Hammond is truly a man of GOD. He is my favorite male gospel artist.

[@cherylbiggus492]

Fred, I have so much respect for you. Thank you for being transparent about your divorce and the rejections. But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength…I love your music. Your music brought me through some very tough times.🎶🎵🎸🙏🏾

[@mariabrown8117]

Mr. Fred Hammond it has always been my dream to sing background for you!! I just wanted to let you know. Not sure if you will ever see this, but I wanted to say it. God Bless you!

[@indriadrayton1132]

😁 Maria Brown I love your request!!!

[@harrietcarlock2986]

Fred Hammond. You are amazing. You have touched me and my children's hearts ❤️ you have brought us out of the darkness. Thank you. Thank you, may the blessings of the lord, rest upon your heart!!!!

[@WhiteDove515]

Love me some Fred Hammond!! Praying God continue using and blessing him!! 💚💚💚🙏🙏🙏

[@shon9593]

Fred for you to tell ya business is BIG AND... It helps!

[@rosiekmontgomery9763]

This has really encouraged me, I know from listening to you this evening that things happen to us so we can encourage others by what we grow through. You are a blessing.

[@QueenBrooks8]

WOW I thought the world was vicious but the saints act the same way?!!!! but the lord kept you through it, not from it but through it. GOD is so good. And you learned and experienced GOD's GRACE! BEAUTIFUL!

[@rebelchatbout8499]

Love this guy, MR HAMMOND IS THE LIVING LEGEND, praise GOD, in Jesus name, 🇯🇲💋

[@reverendpaulabrice5506]

FATHER IN HEAVEN PLEASE KEEP OUR SERVANT SAFE AND PEACEFUL WE LOVE ❤️ YOU OUR FATHER IN HEAVEN HE DOES NOT SLEEP OR SLUMBER LET MINISTER FRED SLEEP BE SWEET AND LET HIM FEEL LOVED 🥰 WRAP YOUR LOVING ARMS AROUND HIM DIP BACK IINTO YOUR WELL OF KNOWLEDGE AND WISDOM WE DECLARE AND BY YOUR WILL AND DECREE 📜 GRANT THIS PRAYER 🙏🏽 AND WE LOVE ❤️ YOU JESUS THIS IS MY HUMBLE PRAYER IN THE MATCHLESS NAME OF JESUS AMEN 🙏🏽 AMEN 🙏🏽 AMEN 🙏🏽

[@Mariodupree]

Amen

[@purplerose3565]

My absolutely favorite artist in the universe, Fred Hammond. 😊 Thank you for teaching me how to truly worship our Father. The depth of your music has blessed me and continues to bless me. I have learned so much from you. I look forward to the many beautiful master pieces you will not only create here, but in Heaven. May the Lord bless you and keep you. ❤️ Still learning from you: "The definition of patience is the ability to remain the same while you wait" Fred Hammond. Powerful statement wow.

[@beatricennambooze4470]

This is so touching. God bless you Fred Hammond for the many lives you've touched and changed, not just through music but in many other ways many of us didn't know. We love you so much! God bless you, keep you and grant you and your whole family your every heart's desires. Much love

[@atones1988]

Man Fred your testimony is a blessing as well as encouraging me. I see a lot of me I lived this everyday.Yes I’m going on in the name of the Lord.

[@brendarose1456]

You were wonderfully and perfectly made that’s what mom was saying death could not hold you down

[@ItsWorkingTogetherForMyGood]

Uncle Fred, we love you! Keep the fire of God burning.

[@aliciacampbell9313]

I appreciate Fred Hammond. I'm not personally associated, but I got the opportunity to serve on Motor City Mass choir projects in Detroit. It was a great experience for me, even though many leading singers of the area had much to say. I remember Pam Kenyon and another lady named Keva (?) and RFC team supported us with grace. This is my chance to say Thank you for 3 CD project. The experience still resonates with me, as I was pressing through hard times while participating. It brought me through. Also, the music from Commissioned days, Radicals for Christ and all solo projects have encouraged us in the faith. Blessings!

[@angelawalton4740]

A true gospel legend!!! Thank you Fred Hammond for your God love and commitment to ministry!!

[@septemberblack2749]

SUCH A TRANSPARENT AND SINCERE PERSON. THE CHURCH AND EVEN THE WORLD NEEDS A TRUE PICTURE OF A GODLY MAN!

[@septemberblack2749]

MINISTER HAMMOND'S GIFT IS TO THE ENTIRE KINGDOM PEOPLE OF GOD AROUND THE WORLD. ❤

[@rbeeydwan4479]

The pipe piper of Gospel music!!! My most difficult times in life even Now by listening to FRED HAMMOND music!!!!! Hallelujah, Hallelujah Hallelujah 🙌🏾 The word of life can be found in his music 💯 percent!!! ThanQ FRED HAMMOND!! May the good lord 4ever keep ,strengthen,and Bless U!!! Love U!!! 🙏🏾🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🎊🎉🎊🎉⭐️🖤🖤🖤💕thanQ Jesus for a Gift called U..

[@nitetrainbryant2]

Fred is my GOAT period.....

[@dinahshazier3930]

Thank God for Fred and all of the music God has gifted him to make it has blessed me through the years

[@hipandcool3285]

It was God, my family, and Free To Worship, that helped me get through an extremely painful divorce. He's not about entertainment, but ministering to our spiritual needs, by magnifying the goodness, majesty, and faithfulness of the God of all creation. My divorce was my life's most difficult experience, and our faithful God provided me with everything I needed to make it through.

[@kennethderrickson8840]

How many times have a Fred Hammond song been a go to doing a great storm in life? All the storms, every time. We like the other gospel singers, but Fred Hammond we love. Really love.

[@love100057]

The Favor of God on his life. Fred seems to be a Caring and full of empathy for others.Great success story.

[@kimr.5149]

Very informative. This was an awesome interview. No one is a mistake. If You are here, You are meant to be here. We are all on assignment.🕊❤️

[@saraharmstrong8742]

Thanks for being bold enough to share the authentic you, Fred!

[@ladyt4062]

No Baby, is a mistake, God was always in the plan! Praise God for His intervention!!

[@thedarkknightman6150]

Fred Hammond is awesome.

[@shop4sue]

Hey Mr. Hammond. You look amazing. Always loved your music. Especially "Jesus be a Fence" Thank you for sharing your story of marriage and divorce. Those of us that are disciples of Christ have a hard time admitting that sometimes we are not strong enough to continue on with the pressures of marriage and when overwhelming pressure set in we run to find the peace of God and many times that peace comes by leaving the situation. Thank you.

[@hazelsemper5715]

Thank you for being so forthcoming and honest.

[@stanleydaniels182]

The legendary Fred Hammond.. Very calm and highly inspiring

[@ryanspeed4671]

I've followed Fred for twenty five years or so. Always been supportive and wish him well in all his endeavors.

[@castorlewis4525]

I love this man of God so much he would never known. Met him in Trinidad years a go. I have so much talent, I wish I had the opportunity to work under him. Continue to grow stronger even at your age.

[@DJ-mg8kp]

Thank you Fred for sharing. I am encouraged to be more submitted to the vision God gives my husband for our family.

[@user-xm5le5ok2r]

One of Fred’s best album that many people are unaware of is God, Love, and Romance.

[@mylovewalk6981]

Fred God had a plan the whole time. I was just saying today. I trust God over my situation and will continue to walk in the love of GodI. He sees those that will serve him with a pure heart. The purpose is that God may get the glory. Lord your will, help me to decrease that you may increase.

[@vtymes1982]

Great message

[@marlenerobinson2747]

So humble Beautiful soul ✍🏽🙏🏽

[@reneedghill2450]

Thank you Fred Hammond

[@HisWilson]

The road to bitterness will put you on the side line. So good!

[@roxannestapleton-whyms6925]

I love Fred Hammond!!! He's a tremendous blessing to my life!!! Thank God for him!

[@chandrajones450]

I have been a fan, every since he came and did a play years ago in St. Louis. Touching my spirit with his anointed words of wisdom. Be Bless Mr. Hammond!!

[@tawannalov71]

One of my favorite Fred Hammond! Love you brother…

[@dragoo8550]

My favorite gospel artist. I can be in another room and hear music and know it's him. Your music has helped me through so much! Thank you for sharing your story. May God continue to bless you. Can't wait to see you in concert 💜💛💙💚💖

[@septemberblack2749]

HE HAS BEEN TEACHING US THE WORD ALL ALONG ❤ I WOULD LOVE TO SEE HIM EXPAND HIS TEACHING MINISTRY❤❤❤❤

[@paulagraham1282]

I use to Emmanuel Temple and I got saved. Someone introduce me to Commissioned the Gospel group. I've been listening to their music since 1998 God Bless you Fred. You're miracle man. God really 🙏 bless you. I ask God to keep you and Commissioned. We need you guys in these hard times. I get overjoyed when I listen to you. Glory to Glory is my favorite song. I always wanted meet Commissioned. In one of the Videos you did with Commissioned you were singing with the Dawkins. Who is the king of Glory that video is dope. Blessed. Hope to see many more. God Bless you I am a victim of abuse left for dead. But thank you for your music. God Bless you richly and Commissioned.

[@kimcarter5901]

God bless you God still have work for you! He's got you! Man of God!!

[@funmi1233]

He is so real ♥️

[@Abbott12]

I celebrate you man of God you are truly a gift that can never be replaced thank you for giving father God your pain he has transformed you through your surrender and obedience much love my brother in Christ Jesus👋👋👋

[@deloresmapp1532]

I Love you so much Blessed you always thank you for the song you sing and wrote ❤

[@charcole3366]

Fred Hammond will ALWAYS be amazing 👏in my heart, soul, spirit and 👂😅 yessssssssss yessssssssss yessssssssss! Anointed man of God!

[@shirleyrackard6702]

I listen to Fred Hammond. Everyday for 10 years my Favorite Artist for life Every song I know by heart: Your songs are my life journey Gods honest Truth Thank you Fred

[@lew7907]

What is your favorite album?

[@candacesaunders7446]

Love u Fred Hammond your music is heaven sent may God continue to bless you

[@keishapuryear8180]

Making sure your family had a safe place to land. That is a husband's requirement even once the marriage is ending. Many believe their commitment to the family ends at divorce or separation

[@tangiesmith6807]

So many don’t understand that

[@keishapuryear8180]

@@tangiesmith6807 exactly. I'm not trying to downplay the difficulty but ending a relationship doesn't end responsibility

[@tangiesmith6807]

Girl preach and so many walk away from the responsibility.

[@keishapuryear8180]

@@tangiesmith6807 when my high school/college sweetheart and I broke up after our son was born. He regularly begged me to get back together with him. As much as I loved him and thought we would always be together, that love died when he refused to help with our son for 2 years before he was forced by the system. For years he kept begging for reconciliation. I told him how could he expect me to consider it when he wasn't doing everything he could to help support our son. He left me holding all the responsibilities because we were no longer together yet wanted reconciliation. Honestly if he just made it clear that our son was his priority and helped the love may have returned as I felt supported. That's how coparents can survive and make it work. But alas people are so intent on making each other suffer they don't realize their hurting the child. I moved on eventually he matured and helped more in the later years. But through it all I never impeded his relationship with his son

[@tangiesmith6807]

@@keishapuryear8180 The same thing happened with my ex husband after 17 years more men need to understand this ..Not just men but women too. True love does not stop after the relationship ends if it was true in the first place. It is like Commissioned sang so many years ago, “Love isn’t love until you give it away.” we now know that Fred practices what he preaches.

[@joannapilgrim]

Thank you, Uncle Fred. You're my favorite worshipper cause listening to your music taught me how. May God bless you richly, sir!!!

[@kimledwards5795]

I love Fred Hammond. He is one of my favorite gospel artists of all time. His music got me thru some very difficult times of my life. Its so great to find out some things about him i didn't know. He was in the military? I had no idea. A real down to earth type of brother. Reminds me of my big brother who's not longer with us. Thank you Fred for sharing your heart and some of the most hurtful times in your life. Thank you also for teaching in the way that only you can do. Pray Blessings from God forever. Amen Love you.

[@turnermitchellgroupllc7839]

Very positive messages 🙏🏽 many blessings to you young man 🌹🙏🏽

[@latrelltsantiago3196]

Oooo weee, thank my Lord and Savior for Fred Hammond! 🙏❤️

[@Quita373]

Wow Fred!! What a blessing you are! Thank you for your truth and transparency. So many hide behind shame and leave themselves and others locked up. ❤️🙏🏽

[@staycute3296]

Amen! Great attitude and character in of brother Fred!

[@OrchidTingz]

Fred Hammond Is Genuine Pure Gold 🤍✨️✨️✨️ I honor this Man with my whole heart a true blue amazing guy!

[@jeaninethomas1398]

LOVE YOU FRED HAMMOND❣️🥰💕 OCBF MEMBER💕

[@faliciarisaac1428]

Fred Hammond God has helped people to come out from the spirit of fear, that scripture "no weapon formed against you shall prosper" that he song years ago. He put God first because no matter how strong his voice, no matter the Beauty of his voice he spoke what God said to His children thru his voice....I encourage him to keep going forward and sharing his testimony to the world in whatever way he can...praise Jesus for this gentleman. God bless him. Amen

[@powergirl7619]

I love Fred Hammond.One of my favorites.We relate to him because he is us.He is right he has an anointing.It is on him and in him.His songs bless our spirit.God is so good.

[@shilashalton7022]

Awesome, praise God for your many gifts , that he has bestowed upon you.

[@deborahhenon1879]

What a beautiful soul,.. you have,... Fred Hammomd. So many people need to hear your story.

[@maryfranceswilliams782]

Oooo, so honest! Praise God!!!