Nadine Valentine On Answering the Call to Be a Worship Leader and Gospel Recording Artiste

For Nadine Valentine, music isn’t just her passion—it’s a calling she couldn’t ignore. From singing in a band as a teenager to leading worship, her journey has been shaped by obedience, faith, and purpose. 

Along with being an ordained minister, author, teacher, wife, and mother, she now inspires others through her songs such as "Your Love," "Your Glory," and "Only You." In this interview, Nadine shares key moments from her journey as a recording artiste, the story behind her new book, and what she hopes to do next for the Kingdom.

How did you know you were being called into music ministry?

NADINE: When I was a teenager, I would have dreams of speaking before crowds of people. However, this did not become a reality until I became a believer and actually began ministering to people during praise and worship and speaking engagements. I was also a singer on a band called New Life when I was a teenager.

Would you say you jumped at the opportunity to lead worship or did you have to build the confidence, despite knowing it was your calling?

NADINE: I was placed by my pastor, Dr. Alvin Bailey because I sang my testimony at my baptism. I've always been a confident person and having had the experience singing as a teenager; that helped. However, the Spirit of God was instrumental in teaching me to worship from a consecrated place and to lead His people to worship.

My mother would share with me much later that at my christening my godmother prophesied that I would be a singer.

So, throughout your younger years, the trajectory was already being set. What led to the moment you recorded your first single, "Your Love"? How did that song come about?

NADINE: Yes it was and no matter how far I ran from the Lord, His hand was heavy on me. My prayer mother told me it was time and a close friend of mine introduced me to her producer friend. We met up and "Your Love" was birthed in a recording studio. He and I co-wrote that one and it was inspired by my journey of experiencing God's love after being disappointed with other loves.

What inspired your latest releases, "Your Glory" and "Only You", and what do you hope listeners take away from them?

NADINE: "Your Glory" was birthed in a time of prayer and worship when I just basking in His presence. My hope is that others will come to an understanding that it's all about His glory.

"Only You" declares that everything is all about Him and that every knee will bow and every tongue will confess one day that He alone is Lord. I was at the nail shop when I received the chorus and then my friend was inspired to write the verses and bridge.

2024 was a fruitful year for you. You also released your book, Heaven Revealed: Addressing Misconceptions About Heaven. What can readers expect when they get a copy?

NADINE: Thank you. It was. I believe I was tasked by the Holy Spirit to unravel some misconceptions about a place that many long for. It's a short read but packed with scripture to address common myths about heaven.

I do believe I have much more to write on the end times but as the Lord leads. I have always been concerned about the lack of teaching in Christian circles which has allowed many lies to be perpetrated by those who do not even attend church. Hence, this book at this time and hopefully with a part two in the not too distant future.

You juggle so many roles—gospel artiste, teacher, minister, wife, and mother. How do you manage to stay grounded in your faith while balancing all these responsibilities?

NADINE: Through much prayer. Much, much prayer, staying in the word, and connections with godly people who hold me accountable. My pastors, prayer mothers, my spiritual daughters, and last but not least, my husband, who counsels and prays for me and provides that balance that is needed. I also host women's conferences, and I'm studying again.

My desire is to die empty, so whatever my hands find to do and as the Lord leads I follow. I also take time out to refresh and rejuvenate by traveling and taking vacations when I can.

What’s next for you? Are there any exciting projects on the horizon?

NADINE: I have a new single called "REIGN" coming out this month; February 21. I will also be hosting a women's conference in July this year. Planning is underway.

Philippians 4:13 is your go-to scripture. How has this verse shaped your journey so far?

NADINE: I believe with all my heart that I can do all He has assigned me to do. I stand on this verse for everything, and I mean everything. He gives strength for all that He calls us to fulfill in Him. When I get tired and overwhelmed, I remind myself that He has provided the strength to keep pressing.

This is for you and me and everyone who knows that God has called them to do more than just get by. He has called us to be His standard bearers, to accomplish much for His glory.

Listen to Nadine's latest single, "Only You".