Fred Hammond Quotes, born Frederick William Hammond on December 27, 1960, in Detroit, Michigan, is a Grammy-winning gospel singer, songwriter, bass guitarist, and record producer, widely regarded as a pivotal figure in contemporary gospel music.
Rising to prominence with the gospel group Commissioned in the 1980s, he later founded Radical for Christ and pursued a prolific solo career with hits like “No Weapon” and “We’re Blessed.” His music blends soul, funk, and worship, uplifting listeners with messages of faith and resilience. These 15 quotes—sourced from his songs, interviews, posts on X, and public statements—reflect his deep faith, gratitude, and insights on life, forgiveness, and leadership.
15 Fred Hammond Quotes
- “I believe I was born for this, to tell people about the Lord. I just wanted to find the best way that I could do it, and music, God graced me to be able to do it.”
- “We sing inspirational songs, songs of praise and worship, and about how good and how big God is. We are magnifying the Lord.”
- “No weapon formed against me shall prosper.”
- “I am just so appreciative of God’s love. It’s higher than any mountain, wider than any ocean, and wider than the whole universe. His love is just that amazing!”
- “The Bible is a novel that’s crazy… it has murder, it has victory, it has mayhem, it has disaster, it has war, sanctification.”
- “I was in a marriage, and we didn’t make it. So my hope is, through my music, I can help heal some relationships that may be headed in that direction.”
- “Forgive yourself for being human. Then forgive the other person. Realize proximity and forgiveness have nothing to do with each other.”
- “When you refuse to forgive your past relationship for the ill’s you feel they caused you, you’re basically hindering/blocking your future happiness.”
- “Bitterness and revenge is like drinking poison expecting your enemies to die. It’s not easy but start the process of forgiveness and let the healing begin.”
- “This has been one of the roughest periods I’ve ever been through, and I’ve been to the army, boot camp, jumped out of airplanes and lost parents—so that says a lot.”
- “When it’s all said and done, God has blessed me so tremendously, as he does us all.”
- “Leadership 101: As a leader it’s OK to work with people and give them an opportunity to show who they are, be at dependable or undependable. But recognize quickly and swiftly those who talk BS. Remove them immediately from your space.”
- “Leadership 101: Many people will be called to your team, but only choose the ones who have the right heart about your heart for your vision.”
- “Leadership 101: If a staffer or crew member gets an attitude because you don’t take all their advice, cut that relationship. God will send someone who will.”
- “Having a big heart will attract big takers who will take as much as they can and they will only leave when they’ve bled you dry.”
Fred Hammond’s quotes radiate faith, forgiveness, and a steadfast commitment to uplifting others through music and wisdom. Which one inspires you most? Drop it in the comments and keep the gospel fire burning!
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