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Opinion|Fri, Jul. 06 2007 09:59 AM EDT

Interview: Former Lead Guitarist, Founder of Korn Reflects on Conversion, Freedom from Drugs

By Jeremiah Gregier|Christian Post Correspondent

Welch: That’s not the name yet. I have a song on the CD called that, but I don’t think I’m going to call it that. It’s a song about my testimony. Some of them are faith-based. I’ve got a song called ‘Washed By Blood.’ But a lot of it is about my testimony, about my drug use, and about just pushing all that stuff away and starting with a new life. I’ve got a song called ‘Save Me From Myself.’ I think that anybody can get into it, because it’s not all Christian and gospel like that.

CP: What do you inevitably want people to take away from your book after they’ve read it? Do you have a goal for it?

Welch: The goal for my book is like a prayer that I have. It’s like, ‘God, I don’t want people to read my book and say “Oh, wow. That’s cool. Religion worked for him, and if he thinks Christ saved him, that’s good.”’ I don’t want someone to read it and think ‘Oh, I’m strong enough to get it on my own. I’ll start exercising or something.’ My prayer is that people would realize how real God is and want to hunger after Him more than anything in this world. I just pray that eyes will be opened.

He’s lovable, man. He’s so awesome. It’s like I’m so content with everything. I could be on a boring plane ride and just think about the Lord. You’re in love with God, and He loves you. That’s just so awesome.

And I want the whole world to be saved. I know that’s kind of an immature Christian, but ‘Why me, you know? Why do I get this goodness, Lord?’ I’m saved by grace only. I didn’t do anything except just ask Him. He led me into that church. I just said, ‘Lord, show me You’re real.’ I even prayed the ‘doubting Thomas prayer.’ I was like, ‘Show me You’re real.’

So I just want people to know God. I just pray that it imparts a hunger, even Christians, to know God more. You know, deeper. There’s always more going to God. Never settle. There are so many Christians that grew up, and they level off somewhere. I’ve been talking to people, and they’re like, ‘Meh.’ They even grew up with Him.

We’ve got to dive into Him. There’s so much more. He’s a big God. I pray that it imparts a hunger to Christians and others. That’s what I want. And if tons of drug addicts get set free from their drugs by the book, that’s awesome.

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  • Wed Jun 25, 2008 3:12 pm Agree: 0   Disagree: 4

    All you Bible Bangers suck. Head can go to hell. It's time to let go of your crutches. Face it, money and drugs will always rule America. Losers

  • Wed Sep 05, 2007 9:14 am Agree: 4   Disagree: 0

    This is the most amazing story I've heard in awhile. The fact that he was so famous in the world of metal is a gigantic testimony in a place most seldom reach. God is awesome, he knew what he was doing with Brian, and what would come of all of this, the entire time. I think God's purpose for Brian was a reason Korn got so big. Head can come jam with my band anytime. Our prayers are with him.

  • Mon Jul 30, 2007 6:43 am Agree: 2   Disagree: 0

    What a wonderful testimony, I have a friend as he was and I am praying that he can become as he is now. I know God can turn his life around when he surrenders all to him, pls keep this man in prayer time is running out for him, his name is Rusty. Gods Blessings

  • Fri Jul 13, 2007 7:50 pm Agree: 3   Disagree: 3

    wow what an awesome testimony! I too was a meth adict for 10 yrs, and Jesus delivered me from death and destruction! we serve a powerfull and great GOD. I plead the Blood of Jesus over you and your family. And I cant wait to hear your album! God Bless you!

  • Thu Jul 12, 2007 3:51 pm Agree: 5   Disagree: 0

    Prraise God for Brians convertion. It just goes to show what a big God we serve. And like the scriptures say with men it is impossible but with God ALL things are possible.I'll continue to lift you up in prayer.

  • Wed Jul 11, 2007 8:24 am Agree: 2   Disagree: 0

    That's a great pic of Brian and his daughter. Praise God for how He's helped Brian change his life around, and for using him in such a great way!

  • Mon Jul 09, 2007 10:18 pm Agree: 4   Disagree: 0

    What a great story. Lord be with Brian and let many people come to Christ through reading his book.

  • Fri Jul 06, 2007 8:02 am Agree: 13   Disagree: 6

    Good for him. He seems really sincere about his faith. I hope that a lot of the people that listened to Korn could be led through his example. What a great story.

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