Meet Jackie Bates From the first few notes you hear, you instantly know, "That is Jackie Bates." Her incomparable and unmistakably distinctive voice undeniable faith in her Lord Jesus Christ perfectly interwoven with her love for the people -- captivates your listening heart and ushers you into God's presence. Jackie has ministered for more than two decades, occupying a place among Christian genre’s musical artists. God's path for Jackie’s life has involved her in street ministry, prison ministries, as a keynote speaker for woman’s conferences and for fun - events that allows her to impersonate her favorite country singer, Patsy Cline. As an admired Christian artist and minister, Jackie has received multiple accolades for her recent album, “Love Is Above It All”. In 2007, nominated for “Country Artist of the Year” and “Southern Gospel Artist of the Year” by the Christian Independent Artists (CIA Summit) Momentum Awards”. Known for her gentle humility, authentic warmth and engaging graciousness, Jackie's love for the people has uniquely endeared her to the countless devoted fans that enthusiastically follow her career. Yet it is her unwavering faith that has been the greatest source of inspiration to all who have been blessed by her journey throughout the years. Diagnosed with cancer in 2003, Jackie experienced the healing power of Jesus Christ. Over the course of the years, she has shared her miracle with multitudes testifying of an even more profound dimension of God's grace and strength. As Jackie describes her walk with Christ, “I do not second guess Him. I have discovered that the years of walking with Christ have given me a faith of steel - unmovable, unshakable. His mercy, grace and benefits are unfathomable and indescribable.” Of her own life, Jackie says, "I conclude simply that, for me, there is no other way but to follow Christ... to seek Him... to run to Him. He has a place in my heart that longs for Him." Jackie’s compelling desire in the days ahead is radiate the love of Jesus, uplift the downtrodden and point all toward a more vigorous pursuit of Christ.