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Have You Been Infected by the Prosperity Gospel?

Without a doubt, the prosperity Gospel has infected the church in America. It is a cancer that destroys lives, homes, and families. In its wake, many are left questioning their faith in Christ and the local church. In an article on the TGC website, Stephen Hunt explains what the prosperity Gospel is, “In theContinueContinue reading “Have You Been Infected by the Prosperity Gospel?”

Overcoming the Easter Slump

Social media is lighting up with excitement, Easter is this Sunday. If you are a Pastor, this is a high attendance Sunday for many churches. In fact, it seems we put our best foot forward on Easter Sunday. Rightfully so, as new guests and those who may not know Christ will have an opportunity toContinueContinue reading “Overcoming the Easter Slump”

Can you give an answer?

I would argue in this time we live in, that people of God must and need to be radically equipped with the truth of what they believe, armed with the Love of God, and be ready to give an answer for the hope we have.

You Can’t Do Everything and That’s Okay!

If most of us are honest, we are over scheduled and stressed-out, truly not productive or efficient. For many of us, our escape from that reality is to lose ourselves in the abyss of social media or binge watching our favorite show on TV. The illusion that we can do it all, often drives us away from the very things we desire to do.

How is Marriage after 13 years? Part 2

I remember when I first met my husband. It was on the campus of Dillard University and I was showing him the proper way to give a campus tour. We were purposely partnered together by our work-study supervisors! They were Dillard alum and staff who wanted to continue the legacy! He was such a gentlemenContinueContinue reading “How is Marriage after 13 years? Part 2”

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!”