Three Ways to Find Joy Before Church on Sunday

One of the joys of following Christ is belonging in His family. In the family of God, each person has a call, gift, and place. The idea of a lonely Christian shouldn’t genuinely exist. When we use the term brother or sister in Christ, these are more than terms of endearment, but the reality ofContinueContinue reading “Three Ways to Find Joy Before Church on Sunday”

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”

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”

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!”