Rebellious Christian country singer Willie Nelson is a firm believer of God, and even though there are some people who might question his faith and think that his Christian values lean more towards the unconventional side, the singer maintains that his love for God has never wavered.
Nelson is now 82 years old and still performs 150 nights a year. He has a brand-new autobiography called "It's a Long Story" where he firmly declares his love for Jesus Christ.
"I was a believer as a kid," he wrote in the book, "just as I am a believer as a man. I've never doubted the genius of Christ's moral message or the truth of the miracles He performed. I see His presence on earth and resurrection as perfect man as a moment that altered human history, guiding us in the direction of healing love."
His journey towards Christianity was a bit rocky at first, since he belonged to a Methodist church that preached that "straight is the gate." However, Nelson "can't remember being afraid of venturing beyond that straight gate."
Throughout his life, the singer dabbled with marijuana use and even expressed fascination with eastern religion. He even stated his belief in reincarnation, and attributed it to the ancient Chinese belief of Taoism.
When it comes to writing and singing songs, however, Nelson knows there is only one God to thank for. "I sing okay, I play okay, and I know that I can write a good song, but I still feel like I've been given a whole lot more than I deserve," he said.
There are times when Nelson even mulls if he was really the one who wrote the song, or if God is simply using him to express His message. "Am I just a channel chosen by the Holy Spirit to express these feelings?" he asked.
