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How is Marriage after 13 years? Part 1

I remember when I first met my wife. It was on the campus of Dillard University and she was showing me the proper way to give a campus tour. That day we had lunch and talked for hours after. When we departed from one another, I remember her telling me she would be praying forContinueContinue reading “How is Marriage after 13 years? Part 1”

The Joy of Christian Relationship

Thom Rainer, author of the book, I Am A Church Member, wrote that one of the keys to being an effective church member is valuing church membership as a gift. I have received many gifts in my life, but the most precious physical gift I have ever received has been my wedding ring. In fact,ContinueContinue reading “The Joy of Christian Relationship”

Jay Z and the Gospel?

This week, a video surfaced of a church in Los Angeles that had several youth perform a dance to Jay-Z’s now popular song, The Story of OJ. And not to be be outdone, but the entire message was also labeled, The Story of OJ! To be fair, I visited the church’s Facebook page and listenedContinueContinue reading “Jay Z and the Gospel?”

God, what do you want me to do?

Have you ever been in that place where you needed to hear a word from the Lord? I’m not talking about just any word, but one that would change the course of your life. That was me in 2008, a man in search of direction and clarity. I knew in my heart there was somethingContinueContinue reading “God, what do you want me to do?”

Don’t Implode on Yourself!

Today, former Mayor of New Orleans C. Ray Nagin was found guilty of federal corruption charges ranging from bribery, theft and conspiracy. Sadly, this is common place in our nation. We the people, target men with loads of gifting and charisma and catapult them as the next rising star. However, many times fail to askContinueContinue reading “Don’t Implode on Yourself!”

Happy, Vibrant Marriages, do those still exist?

Lets face it, marriage is under attack in our country. If society can redefine marriage and recreate roles, then perversion becomes the norm and the next generation suffers. Marriage is a God thing, no matter what any secular humanist will tell you. He created it, gave purpose to it, and called it good. “Therefore shallContinueContinue reading “Happy, Vibrant Marriages, do those still exist?”