57: Deb Victa: How an Introvert Found Her Voice Before Coming to America

Deb Victa is a 26-year old singer who was born and raised in the Philippines. She first entered the music scene by joining a reality competition back in her motherland. Her life changed when she and her family moved to the States in 2014. But since living in her new home, she has grown not just in her artistry, but also in her faith.     In this conversation, Thane and Deb cover a wide array of topics from dreams vs. reality, to cultural comparisons, to the maturation of her faith, to all things music, and much more.     For the full show notes, visit: theupandcomersshow.com/episodes/deb     Time-Markers:     5:30 - How Deb Describes Herself   7:30 - Shower Song   11:45 - Performing as an Introvert   15:45 - The Voice of the Philippines   23:45 - Finding Her Voice   27:45 - Deb's Musical Development   30:15 - Deb's Background   32:45 - Life in the Philippines vs. America   35:00 - Culture's Influence   41:45 - Deb's Transition to America   45:45 - Impact of Circumstances on Faith   48:15 - Things That Help/Hurt Faith   52:45 - Music In America   54:45 - Dreams vs. Reality   57:45 - Role of Music in Worship   1:01:00 - Deb's Sanctification Journey    1:08:00 - How Knowledge Impacts Faith   1:14:15 - Deb's Top 3 Singers   1:16:45 - Most Embarrassing Moment   1:19:15 - Question She Asks Herself Most   1:20:45 - Deb's Perfect Day   1:27:15 - Books with Biggest Impact   1:29:00 - Morning Text Reminder   1:30:45 - How to Connect With Deb!