Mark Lowry on Writing "Mary, Did You Know"
Dec 18, 2025•38 min
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Episode description
Mark Lowry is a beloved Christian comedian, singer, and songwriter best known for his sharp wit, heartfelt humor, and deep love for faith and family. On today's episode of "Pure Joy" he sits down with Joy Summers to share about helping to write “Mary, Did You Know?", touring with the Gaither Vocal Band, and what his momma said to him as a kid that inspired it all.
Mark's favorite versions of "Mary Did You Know."
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uaRpeMT1tjQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1jv_a24Bh6s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vdchjKJP29w
He also mentions this book that changed his life:
"The Grace Awakening" by Charles Swindoll
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