And, he has a dog named "Moses"

One ambassador for the Grand Ole Opry dies and a new generation rises and to be inducted to the group. Josh Turner has ties to Belmont University and Baptists... and frequently relates the influence that the university and his Christian walk has on his work.

• He was singing in a Union Baptist Church (SC) choir at age five.
• Long Black Train was written on Belmont's campus (and it makes for great sermon material)
  
• He married another Belmont student, Jennifer and is dedicated to finding a balance between family and career.
• He is making a living doing something that he loves... a major goal at Belmont University to help students find the intersection of their passions/talents and the needs of the world.
  
• He speaks about the good influences of his Belmont University experience.
• And, he has a bloodhound named Moses
  

Belmont University has every reason to be proud of Josh...and I'd bet that there are a ton of Tennessee Baptists who are proud of Josh as well. Congratulations, Josh, on becoming part of the Grand Ole Opry!