Tap to send us a text! What's the TRUE cost of being a top creative? And what untold struggles are you going to face as you achieve your God-given dreams?  In this episode, renowned drummer and educator David Chiverton returns to The God and Gigs Show to share why being a successful musician is sometimes overrated, and why he prioritizes family and personal growth more than major musical opportunities. With honesty and transparency, this top drummer who has worked with Sheila E., Leslie Odom, Jr. , Jon Secada, Maxwell and dozens of other A-list artists explains how he's kept his faith and family foremost so that he never misaligns his vision or mission as a musician.Listen to see how a successful creative keeps his roles in the proper perspective. CONNECT WITH DAVE CHIVERTON WebsiteInstagramYouTube (Chivertone Sessions) The Smoogies Band WebsiteListen to David's 1st interview on The God and Gigs ShowSupport the showNEW DEVOTIONAL ON YOUVERSION! Would you like to understand God's creative process and apply it to your life? Check out our new YouVersion Bible reading plan here! NEW "DISCOVER YOUR CREATIVE PERSONALITY" QUIZ! We've developed this quiz to help you diagnose and discover where you currently stand in your journey as a faith-focused artist. You'll find out which of the 5 Christian Creative Personalities you're currently operating in and how to improve on your strengths and get help with your weaknesses. Take the 5- minute quiz HEREPODCAST MERCHGet God and Gigs themed gear, clothing and accessories HERE! GOT VALUE FROM THIS PODCAST? Exchange VALUE 4 VALUE! You can share: TIME: Send this episode to someone who you know would enjoy itTALENT: Email your art or music to add to our community to allen@godandgigs.comTREASURE: Tap HERE to pick an amount to support the podcast monthly, OR:Get a modern podcast app that allows you support us IN REAL TIME by sending us value digitally! Get a new podcast app that supports these new features HERE.