The mission of The Shine Effect is to love people, on and off stage, with the incredible love of Jesus Christ!
Our passion and desire is to clearly share the Gospel through our music, testimonies, and conversations.
We get our band name from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount
in Matthew 5:14-16:
“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on a stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”
We have taken this verse to heart and truly strive to be that shining light in a dark world. We have all committed our lives to Jesus Christ and His call on our lives. Our calling is to encourage, challenge, and grow the church, as well as reach out to the lost through our music and testimonies, while building relationships along the way!
We have seen God work in many different ways in The Shine Effect, and have had the amazing privilege to be a part of countless salvations and rededications, lives that have been forever changed by the gospel of Christ! Our ministry is not limited to the stage as we have been able to pray for, and give guidance and counsel to many kids, teens, and adults in the areas of self-harm, suicide, depression, abuse, lust, family relationships, etc. It’s been incredible and humbling to be used by God in these areas, and we’re excited to do it!
Since May 2011, The Shine Effect has played over 900 concerts in 30 different states across the US and also in Canada. We have played and ministered at many different churches, youth groups, Celebrate Recovery groups, festivals, revivals, Vacation Bible Schools, Christian camps, Christian and secular venues, community events, fundraisers, public and private schools, county and state fairs, non-profit organizations, etc. Celebrate Recovery is a HUGE passion of theirs as they all work the program themselves! They have played, ministered, and shared their testimonies at almost 300 different Celebrate Recovery groups!
Over the years, we have been blessed by churches, families, and individuals who have given donations or love offerings to our ministry, The Shine Effect. We are full-time musicianaries (music missionaries) who live day-to-day strictly on faith. Because we are not a charity or a non-profit organization, these generous acts of kindness have been extremely needed and appreciated. The financial gifts and support we have received have been incredibly encouraging to us, and have helped keep us moving forward in our calling to spread the gospel full-time through our music ministry.
Recently, a number of people have asked how they can make one-time or monthly/recurring donations to The Shine Effect. This page is a way to make it easier on those whom God has laid it on their hearts to invest in our ministry and in our lives. When you donate, know that your financial gift will go 100% to helping advance the kingdom of God! This is something we will never take lightly as we have given our entire lives to be used by God as His messengers of the Gospel of Christ!
The Shine Effect is made up of 2 married couples who are
full-time musicianaries.
From left to right…
Ben Roberts, Maria Roberts, Christa Roberts, Josh Roberts
If you have any questions about anything on this page, or about our specific financial needs,
please contact us!
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What can I possibly say about The Shine Effect that would come close to describing these incredibly talented, gifted, humble, courageous, unashamed, musicians, artists, servant warriors and ministers of the Gospel? They have a musical style all their own…one with a sound and with lyrics that resonates powerfully with the young and “less” young alike…one that meets people where they are and powerfully delivers a Message of life changing…Power!
We are commanded by Jesus to “Go and make disciples of all nations.” Christa, Josh, and Ben Roberts are on the front lines and meeting people where they are with a heart to change the world…and all while lighting up every stage and event venue they play! And just in case you’re wondering…they have the talent to play any stage, anytime, anywhere, to any audience. They’re the real deal…in more ways than one.
I can’t speak highly enough about Christa, Josh, and Ben. They are incredible to work with and a true blessing to those around them. Do not miss the opportunity to work with these incredible musicians, talented speakers, and “Bringers of the Message”! The more I think about them, the more impressed I am with them.
Please don’t hesitate to contact me about my experience with Josh, Christa, and Ben Roberts…The Shine Effect.
Jeff Searcy
Founder/CEO/Lead Servant – Servant Warrior® Ministries
Founder – Unabashed Music Fest™
Founder/President – 4R Entertainment™
Atlanta, GA
www.TeamServantWarrior.com
904-814-9200
I have been blessed to minister with The Shine Effect on several occasions through Barbour County Celebrate Recovery and Philippi Baptist Church in Philippi, WV. They never cease to blow us away with not only their talent, but their Hearts for Furthering the Kingdom of God! Josh, Christa, Ben and Maria Roberts are the Real Deal. Light is drawn to light and they shine brilliantly!
Emily M. Casto
Ministry Leader and WV state rep, Celebrate Recovery
Celebrate Recovery Barbour County
Philippi, WV
I am honored to introduce you to “The Shine Effect”, to whom I have had the pleasure of getting to know over the past couple of years. Not only are they a pleasure to listen to, but they seek to glorify God through their lyrics and music. The Shine Effect have a heart for the message of the Gospel. I can also assure you that they practice what they preach. They attempt to live their lives “above reproach”. They are also very missional. Not only do they travel throughout the country, but also hold local free shows in their own community. I am honored to call them friends. Please do not hesitate to call me direct at 865.243.7588.
Landon Lane
Senior Pastor
Onelove Church
La Follette, TN
865.243.7588
The Shine Effect is a great worship band/ministry team/very entertaining as well. The Roberts’ family have so much joy in their services. They do so much more than play good music. They worship the Lord in Spirit and in Truth. I always enjoy every time that I get to see them share their witness in song and testimony.
Robert W. Cunningham
Worship Pastor
Outreach Across America Worship Center
Madisonville, TN
musicrob61@gmail.com
865-292-1596
I have personally seen The Shine Effect in concert about 4 or 5 times. The talent is unbelievable. Beyond talent, they are a great God respecting and God glorifying ministry. They have a close relationship with each other, God, and fans. I really enjoy them on stage and their ministry they work in, but I really enjoy them as a family and as one of my friends and motivators.
Glenn Stewart
Student Pastor
Preaching Christ Church
Kingsport, Tennessee
glennstewart0120@gmail.com
423-292-3184
I first met these wonderful people back in 2011. They were playing battle of the bands. Hardly did I know that we would cross paths again and that I would not only call them the “Shine Effect” but also my friends. They have played at several events here in Jellico, TN. Celebrate Recovery, Youth Rally’s, and we had the wonderful privilege of having them at our daughter’s sixteenth birthday party.
Their music is powerful and life transforming. Each song has a story behind it and Gods hand in it. These guys’ are extremely talented and extremely on fire for God. Their music and testimonies has touched many lives here in Jellico, TN, and I know God is using them for the work of the Kingdom.
Chris Stringer
FBC Jellico
Jellico, TN
chrisstringerfbcjellico@gmail.com
423-215-2430
In our experience as youth pastors, we have met and worked with several ministries and music ministries over the years through various events in our community. Thus far, we have yet to meet a group as humble, talented, and real as The Shine Effect. Josh, Christa, and Ben Roberts are a talented group of musicians that obviously have an awesome ability to keep an audience captivated of any age group. They have always arrived on-time (or earlier), very respectful of their surroundings and each person they encounter. They are also very organized and conduct themselves as if they were born to do this. Their songs are lyrically honest and music to match, but they have something beyond a “great sound”. They have the character of Christ and are a pleasure to work with. During their shows, The Shine Effect gives more than a concert, they give their hearts. Their transparent testimonies and real life approach is infectious and opens the door the Spirit of God to minister through them. As youth ministers, it is most important that we expose our group to people who live and breath the word of God and for us, The Shine Effect are those people. We will have them as often as we can and highly recommend them to anyone who is looking for the real deal.
*As a side note, their CD is what is in my car ALL the time.
Gordon and Alison Hall
Former Youth Leaders
The Crossing Church
Kodak, TN
865-705-0236
My name is Pastor Steve Gardner and I am the Lead Pastor of Christ the Rock Church of God in Knoxville Tennessee. This letter is to serve as a letter of recommendation for the Christian band Shine Effect. On two separate occasions, we had the Shine Effect at our Church for a concert. We found that the ministry of Shine Effect was outstanding, and the quality of their music was phenomenal!
I have been a credentialed minister for 34 years and have experienced many bands in that time. However, I have found that the ministry of Shine Effect is one of the best I have ever seen! Any considerations you can give to them to help further their ministry and broaden their influence in song, would be greatly appreciated, and a I believe a very wise investment on your part of time, influence, and resources!
If I can be of any further service, or if you need to contact me further, please feel free to.
Pastor Steve Gardner
Lead Pastor
Christ the Rock COG
Knoxville, TN
PastorGardner@Gmail.com
865-806-4085
Ben, Maria, Christa and Josh Roberts are the real deal. They are great musicians and writers, but that is not what makes them special in my eyes. Getting to know them personally reveals fine young people who are SOLD OUT to God and His message. They challenge and encourage me long after the concert is over. If you want to know about The Shine Effect, I urge you to contact me directly. I will answer your questions and give you my honest take on this group. But I warn you in advance, I love them!
JD Gandee
Celebrate Recovery Ministry Team Leader
River Ridge Church
Charleston, WV
jdgandee@gmail.com
304-989-3229 cell
River Ridge Celebrate Recovery (on Facebook)
My name is Aaron Carter. Until our closing in late 2012, I was the worship leader at Paradigm Church in La Follette, TN. I have had the honor and privilege to call all the members of The Shine Effect friends and brothers/sister in Christ for a very long time. They ministered several times over the years at our church. Each and every time we were blessed by what God did through them. They have a huge heart and passion for music ministry and that is truly what they are all about. The show that they put on will get your youth as well as the rest of your church engaged and entertained, but you will be blessed more by their fellowship and testimony. Beyond the performance, they have always been extremely professional and courteous at our building and with our equipment when they used it. I don’t have one negative word to say about the experience our church had with this group. Josh, Ben, and Christa are some of the kindest most uplifting people you will ever meet. You will not be disappointed by what God will do if they visit your church. Feel free to contact me if you would like to speak with me directly about my experience with them.
Aaron Carter
Worship Leader
Paradigm Church
La Follette, TN
cartercustoms@comcast.net.
423-494-1108
I have known The Shine Effect for several years. We were first introduced during my time working with a teen ministry, and again during my time as a student ministries director at Highlands Fellowship. Since meeting them, we have become great friends, and I have spent a large deal of time with them, both at and outside of shows. I have been present at shows as they have poured out their hearts to listening ears with more energy in one song than I can muster up in a day. They certainly know how to rock! Their full-of-life performances never fail to liven up rooms, open up hearts, and create an atmosphere of genuine worship for a rocking generation. Their musical talent and ability to play cohesively is something most bands only strive for – and I can imagine that it is due in part to the fact that they know each others’ musical strengths so well after the number of years they have practiced and performed together. The way they carry themselves is professional, their set list is well-thought-out, and their shows are geared for audience participation. They genuinely seek and worship God in each note, in each lyric, and in each venue – no matter the location or amount of people watching. The Shine Effect’s music is their ministry, as will be seen in the number of individuals who will be in Heaven because of their willingness to follow God’s call. Not only does the younger generation enjoy dancing, “rocking out”, singing, worshiping with them, and telling them how awesome they are, but they also confide in TSE, and the students really look up to them. I cannot think of better role models; the band members of The Shine Effect are some of the most loving, genuine, talented, and determined people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. TSE takes the time to get to know the people they play for, to keep in touch with them after shows, and to provide them with a lasting worship experience that changes lives forever. We are blessed to have such talented musicians and loving Christ-followers available and willing to provide a worship experience to a generation in need of authentic, all-in believers. I am honored to know this gifted family, I pray for lives to be changed because of their ministry, and I believe God is doing a great work in them.
Briana Morris
Small Groups Coordinator
Highlands Fellowship, Bristol Campus
Bristol, VA
bmorris@highlandsfellowship.com
Having The Shine Effect come to our Celebrate Recovery was an amazing experience that people are still talking about months later! Yes, months! The Vibrant Praise music that keeps you on the edge of your seat! Their touching testimonies given by the band have become 4 ever etched in our minds as reminders of the awesome power of God. The band truly represents Jesus Christ!
Jill Bryant
Ministry leader of Celebrate Recovery
Fellowship United Methodist
Shopville, KY
jillsusy35@gmail
606-271-3586
We all at Mt. Vale Church of God enjoyed The Shine Effect so much Saturday night, February 1st. We are thankful for them coming and praising the Lord with us. They are an awesome band, called of God and anointed by God. Christa’s testimony is truly amazing how God works miracles. We can’t wait to have them back again for the next youth rally.
Pastor Roger and Joy Dowell
Youth Leaders
Mt. Vale Church of God
Jefferson City, TN
423-277-0161
My opinion of “The Shine Effect” at first meeting these three “as a music ministry”, I found that they were “real” in the intent of trying to reach out to whoever would hear of the love of Jesus! They use their platform to reach out to those who may not give Christianity a chance otherwise. To be quite frank, these guys were a great image of Christ. Caring and polite, in the way they deal with other people. In saying that, I give “The Shine Effect” a shout out for being Christ-like!
Tim Middleton
Church Leader
Living Stones Ministries
Dryden, VA
timothysmiddleton@gmail.com
276-220-9197
I encountered “The Shine Effect” at a tent revival in Virginia and they left me speechless. Up on the stage, they revealed their love for Jesus with each song that was played. Off the stage, they demonstrated a servant’s heart for each person they interacted with. I believe that God has called them to be His messengers and praisers to this generation. May God continue to bless them with each open door. They are amazing!
Rev. Casey Joe Hampton
Evangelist
London, KY
606-269-9460
The Shine Effect came and ministered to our CR group in Candler, NC earlier this year and what an experience! They shared their testimonies and blessed us with their anointed music. You could tell that the power of God had touched and changed each of their lives. The lyrics of their songs and music is played with amazing passion. It’s an experience you’ll never forget and look forward to the next time you are able to hear them again.
Joy Sims
Celebrate Recovery Ministry Leader
Candler House of Prayer
Candler, NC
c.joy.sims777@gmail.com
828-777-8661
