As the chant, “Black Lives Matter” holds center stage across our nation, there is this growing counter call, “All Lives Matter”. This response derives from those who want to retain their own sense of value and not be excluded from the equation. Does one life hold more value over another life . . . Whose […]
Getting Past Your Past
I’m reminded of a commercial that shows individuals walking around with a paper-faced mask mounted on a stick and as they greet others, they hold the mask up to hide their real self. Often, because of our leadership roles, we are like that commercial. We greet others, shake their hands and make nice, but at […]
God Provides in Our Times of Need
Most people have had the experience of lack, in essence needing more of something than what is currently available. The issue that is very transparent is that most people have not studied the Word of God to learn how He desires to help those in need. What often happens when one is in need, their […]
We Can’t Not Communicate: The Very Attempt Not to Communicate Communicates Something
“I get so frustrated when someone doesn’t respond to a simple text.” “No matter how often I reach out and seek to communicate with a peer, my texts, phone calls, and emails go unanswered – how rude and disrespectful!” “They are always posting on FB and Instagram, but can’t take one second to respond to […]
God and the Protection of Human Rights and Dignity
In 1948, Eleanor Roosevelt began a crusade to bring attention to the lack of human rights and dignity for people all over the world. Her efforts led to the drafting of a Universal Declaration of Human Rights and Dignity that was signed and adopted by the United Nations on December 10, 1948. This declaration sets […]
The Power of a Testimony
We live in a pluralistic society where there is a continuous battle that wages even within Christianity regarding what doctrine is true and who’s interpretation of Scripture is correct. While working on my Doctorate at Howard University’s School of Divinity, I clearly remember the discussions and viewpoints brought forth by my peers that in some […]
BROKEN – The Book
PURCHASE YOUR COPY TODAY! – Click the Tab above Broken-The Book to order your copy. Request to have your own copy autographed!! BROKEN: Picking up the Pieces After the Fall. Everyone experiences failure in some form or fashion through the span of his or her life; it‘s just a natural part of living. Even though […]
Where Is God?
As a leader, many of us stand behind the sacred desk to proclaim and profess the power and majesty of our Lord and Savior. We are often humbly confidant that those that have an ear, hear what ‘thus saith the Lord’. We move from behind the sacred desk, interact and engage our congregations as we […]