Register To Vote On Resurrection Sunday!

 If you haven't heard about this you can read it here. Pastor  Jamal Bryant,the out spoken pastor of Empowerment Temple in Baltimore, Md is leading the charge to get out and vote along with other black pastors.  The idea is to register over a million new voters on this coming Easter Sunday  Resurrection Sunday morning.  Many Black  Churches across the nation have been challenged  to try and get at least 20 new voters on Easter Sunday Resurrection Sunday.  This massive mission by Pastor Bryant alone with the other participating pastors have been label   the Empowerment Movement.  It is an initiative of leaders across many faiths who will use Christian principles to move the African American forward in politics, education and economics.

Rev. Jesse Lee Peterson Declares, Obama is not a Christian: You Don't Say!

Why is it so hard for white Christian leaders to say Barack Obama is emphatically not a Christian? I tell you what these folks on the far right are some straight out fools!  I tell you what else,  I never though I would  live to see the day that a family would be hated on for claiming Christ as their Savior as this president and his family has. This is just down right stupid!  Some times I actual  believe folks are mad as hell, because they don't have the power to put or take any one out of the Kingdom of God. And I think God that they don't!

Side Eye Post Of The Day:The Gospel According To Whitney Houston Sermon Series!?!?!?!

I don't know if this particular church Johnson Chapel Community Church Pastor, Dr. Marcus D. King was serious or not with this particular sermon series. But if so, I personal believe he has  taken idol worshiping to a whole new level. You talk about end time. This so reminds me of what the people in the book of Exodus did, they replace God with a golden calf. The golden calf of today mean the same thing it did back then. It's  a substitute or replacement god for the God of the Bible.
Sermon titles include:

1. I LOOK TO YOU
2. I LOVE YOU LORD
3. DIDN'T KNOW MY OWN STRENGTH
4. GREATEST LOVE OF ALL
5. I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU
6. I WANNA RUN TO YOU
7. WHO WOULD IMAGINE A KING

The church is located in  Desoto, TX.

What's Wrong With Oprah's Next Chapter Doing The Bobbi Kristina Interview?

I for one do think Oprah could have waited a while before interviewing Bobbi Kristina even if she is of age to make her own decision.  And in all fairness Bobbi Kristina  did agreed to do the interview.  But that don't mean I have a problem with Oprah doing the interview. I personal don't see anything wrong with Oprah doing the interview it's more of the timing thing for me.   I know there are some in the blogging community who don't share the same feeling and are calling the latest move by Oprah Winfrey foul. Some of the comments about Ms. Winfrey is off the chain. This particular  interview will air March 11th on Oprah’s OWN network show, “Oprah’s Next Chapter.” There is reports that the family will  be discussing the untimely death of the star and the controversy surrounding it! The comment below is one I found on a message board  from some one by the name of Francine.   I total agree with her.  If this was any other network we wouldn't be saying a darn thing no more than don't for get to watch.

I have grown up watching, and admiring Oprah. If you are a good judge of character then you know she is a loving woman who is always supportive. Those who think the worst, see the worst. Those who think the best, see Oprah's unchanging love for her fellow man. If it was another show such as Dateline, or 60 Minutes people would reply" Don't forget to watch Dateline/or 60 Minutes their interviewing Whitney's Daughter." There would never be a question of motive just a nod "Great Interview!" ....Oprah you always have great advice or a kind word for others, now here some for you...No Nielsen Ratings will determine your networks ratings or outcome, because it's your OWN!!! GOD IS IN CHARGE! XOXO, we all need them. Francine.

Why Wasn't Rick Warren More Clearer In Stating His Beliefs?

First thing first, don’t be deceived Jesus is the way, the truth and the life there is in other way to the Father but through and by Him (JESUS). Now with that said,  what if you're a Christian and attending  a Christian Church that support  the idea  that the Christian God and the Muslim God is one in the same would you continue to embrace that church?  Well, there's a debate raging online at this particular minute, over rather or not if  Pastor Rick Warren believes this or not.

In a interview  Pastor Rick Warren gave in February to the  Orange County Register has created a firestorm within the Christian online community.  The  online discussion, has generated  more than 350 comments underneath the said article. That was written by Jim Hinch, a reporter for  the Orange County Register.   The article in question has force Pastor Rick Warren to issued a statement denying he made the comment. But according to Jim Hinch a (I don't know if he's a Christian or not) secular reporter for the Orange County Register that is what  Pastor Rick Warren said and he's standing by the article:

Sometimes We Have To Be Reminded What Mustard Seed Faith Look Like.

Faith the size of a mustard seed is all you need.

When Is An Apology Not Enough?!??!

Rush Limbaugh said he "did not mean a personal attack" on Sandra Fluke. So today he issued an apology to the Georgetown law student he branded a "slut and a prostitute" on the public airwaves the other day.  Ms. Fluke argued to Congress that the expense for her birth control should be covered by her employer's health care plan. I'm not a fan of Rush Limbaugh but this got to be the lowest Rush have ever stoop. Source Here!

When A Tom Cat Is Called To Preach!?!?!?

This is to funny!!!!!!!

What Do It Mean To Have A God Encounter?

  Paula White Ministries have an event planned for March 14th, 15th and 16th at Without Walls International Church.  Pastor Paula is calling this event 'A God Encounter'! Joining Pastor Paula for this once in a lifetime event will be her spiritual father, the dynamic Bishop TD Jakes, along with award-winning music recording artist Kim Walker-Smith of Jesus Culture. This encounter promises to penetrate your soul and elevate your spiritual life to new levels in Christ! Source Here!

Music World New Money Makers?!!?

Apostolic Church of Morgan Park Under Fire!

Bishop William A. Ellis pastor of the Apostolic Pentecostal Church of Morgan Park have come under fire again. This time  for allowing Bishop Carlton Pearson into the pulpit.

Now my question might seems crazy but here goes:  Why is Bishop William A. Ellis still in any pulpit after pleading guilty to felony tax fraud and admitting that  he stole more than $500,000 in church money?   Source Here.

Side Eye Post of The Day: Dancing Preachers International Conference??

Bishop Joseph Walker III Accused of Sexual Assault.

There're reports that Nashville pastor Bishop Joseph Walker III of Mount Zion Baptist Church is being accused of sexual assault along with five other church leaders who took part in these alleged occurrences. Details of the accusations range from sexual misconduct to one lady even being forced to have an abortion. Source Here!  

Bishop Jake's New Book, Throws Shade At His Haters!! “Let It Go"

Bishop Jake's has a new book out examining the word forgiveness.   In Bishop T.D. Jakes’ new book, Let It Go: Forgive So You Can Be Forgiven, he explores what he calls “the art of forgiveness,” in which he goes beyond the topical meaning of the word. Rather, he takes it apart, examines every facet of what it means to forgive and to be forgiven, offers examples as to what may have caused the crisis, and provides solutions on how to work through betrayal and accept true forgiveness. Source Here!

A New Book Examines How Satan Have Taken Over Hip-Hop! (Illuminati)

Rebecca Scott a born again believer and  by her own testimony a new Christian.  Rebecca Scott  has written a  some what controversial book about the evils that lurks in the darkness of the  music world.  Rebecca have given a very interesting interview to Joy 105 about the new book.   Rebecca states while she was in the music industry she didn't go to church nor did she have a relationship with God. But all that have changed in the last couple of years.  She's  now saved and filled with a lot of  gratitude for how God have spared her life.  And because of what God have done in her life by allowing  her to see all the people before  her that are no longer here from the music industry. She's  willing to try and warn as many artists as possible about the evils in the music world.   Rebecca states that she  intend to live out the rest of her days as a Christian.
What I find interesting is what she has to say about Jennifer Hudson family. I have never heard this shocking information before. Interview Here!

Do Christians Have Breakdowns?

I remember growing up in the early 70s when black folks didn't have breakdowns!!! At lest that's what they told us.  Back in the day, If a person in the community or someone you went  to school with parent had suffered  from some kinda of depression like a nervousness  break down. It wasn't talk about! Especially if it resulted  in them being hospitalize, you never heard folks talking about it in school, church or the community. I never understood why the community was mum about depression and break downs within the black community.  I honestly grew up believing that if you're a  Christians and Black you didn't get depressed nor did you have breakdowns.  I can't ever remember my pastor talking about this kinda of illness. It was never address or discuss in my church at all.  The pastor might ask us to pray for the person who was going through hard times but the illness it self was never called out. The word I heard most used to describe a person who struggled with deep depression back in the day was "Nervous." Question:  Have your pastor spoke up or said anything about how deep depression can affect one's Christian life?

Church Ordered to Stop Giving Away Free Water!

 Since when do you need a tax permit to give stuff away? A Louisiana church last week was ordered to stop giving away free water along Mardi Gras parade routes because they did not have the proper permits.

“We were given a cease and desist order,” said Matt Tipton, pastor of Hope Church in Metairie, LA. “We had no idea we were breaking the law.

”They weren't "selling" anything --they were "giving" water and coffee away. Source here!

Whigham Funeral Home Denies Leaking The Pictures Of Whitney

Photo: Rhymes With Snitch

Ms. Carolyn Whigham owner of Whigham funeral home said Friday she's highly up set that  a photo of Whitney Houston  in her open casket appeared on the cover of the National Enquirer.
Carolyn Whigham wants fans to know her family-run business did not sell the now notorious image and that she's “horrified” by accusations her close-knit staff is to blame, she told the Daily News.
Again, I don't believe Carol Whigham would put her family name and business in jeopardy. She don't appear to be a messy kinda of person.  I read somewhere that here funeral home  had a great reputation and standing in the community. And  that this is a funeral home that has been in the business for over 50 years.  

Are Scriptural Tattoos More Acceptable For A Christian?

Today you got more and more young Christians getting tattoos than ever before. You even got some  pastors and priests getting tattoos as well.  I understand there's no sin in getting a tattoo nor is there any honor given  to God in getting one either.    The Bible warns us against tattoos in Leviticus 19:28 (Amplified) which says, "Ye shall not make any cuttings in your flesh for the dead, nor print or tattoo any marks upon you: I am the Lord." So,  why are tattoos  becoming  more accepted in the Christian community today?

Christian Wife Michelle Duggar Give Tips For A Happy Marriage.

Michelle Duggar is catching a lot of flap over her tips for a happy marriage. In the premiere of  her reality  tv show 19 kids and counting.  Michelle Duggar were shown at a Christian women conference where she took to  the stage and spoke to other Christian women about her success story.
I'm not saying I total agree with Michelle on her points, but I do understand where she's coming from.  I don't think Christian women submit unto their husband because they think he deserves it, it's because we know it's pleasing to our Lord.

Cissy Houston Have Been Betrayed By A Present Day Judas!

 I don't want to see a picture of a person lying in a casket especially if that picture is one of a love one.   For the life of me I can not understand why any one would want to take a picture of their love one lying in a casket.  What The National Inquirer has done by plastering Whitney Houston body lying in her casket on it's front page  is not nothing new. They are known for their racy stories. They have showed  photos of Michael Jackson on the coroner’s table. They put Elvis Presley in his casket on the front page.

 So, why are we so surprise? Now, what's surprising to me and questionable is who was the Judas that took the picture and  betrayed Ms. Houston? Could it have been a family member?If so they have cause her unnecessary pain.  It's bad enough when a stranger betrays you, but when it's your own family or close friends, that make it especially hurtful.  Who among us won't to feel like they have been taken advantage of, deceived, humiliated or stabbed in the back? No one won't to be hurt by someone they thought they could trust.
If, Cissy Houston have been betrayed by a family member it got to be devastating and painful for her. What if it was an employee of the funeral home? What about a guest? I don't  believe for one second that Caroline Wigham funeral director knew anything about this:

“The viewing was done in privacy. It was between a mother, a daughter, two brothers and a family.”

Today Is Ash Wednesday!

Lent begins today and is observed for 40 days prior to Easter. Ash Wednesday marks the start of the Lenten season. Some individuals make an individual sacrifice as an expression of their faith. For others, it’s a day of gathering and unity. In the past I have found Lent to be an incredibly fruitful time of spiritual growth but this year I don’t feel led to do it.  I believe Ash Wednesday represent one of the most important aspects of Jesus Christ’s life, the  extreme sacrifice He made for man kind.

Anthony Evans Try Out For The Voice!

Thanks 1800gospel!

NBC’s The Voice is featuring two Christian singers this season. Tony Vincent , and Anthony Evans who both have released CDs to the contemporary Christian market.  Mega pastor Tony and Lois Evans are the parents of  Anthony Evans Jr.   Dr. Tony Evans is a well known mega pastor out of  Dallas Texas.  At last night try out Anthony Evans  had the full  support of his parents along with Kirk Franklin and his wife Tammy.   Source here

Today Is "Fat Tuesday"

The secular world have almost destroyed the meaning of Mardi Gras here in America.  Mardi Gras  which  literally mean "Fat Tuesday. The name was given after the Christian tradition of eating rich meals before Lent, which is a Christian fasting season. " Mardi Gras"  has grown in popularity in recent years as a rowdy disorderly sometimes self gratifying  event. Because  the  roots of Fat Tuesday lie in the Christian calendar, Many churches celebrate it before Lent begins on tomorrow, Ash Wednesday. That's why the enormous party in New Orleans, for example, ends abruptly at midnight on Tuesday, with battalions of streetsweepers pushing the crowds out of the French Quarter towards home.

Rolling In The Deep With Jesus!

There’s a on going debate on whether churches should use secular music in services to help promote the gospel. Liquid Church have started to include songs from Adele’s “Rolling in the Deep” and Bruno Mars’ “Grenade” to connect with their preaching’s series “Pop God.” Some claim that the use of secular music lies in “using cultural mediums to transfer sacred messages.” According to Liquid Church spokesperson, Rich Birch the church is trying to redeem the culture. Other songs from artists Foo-Fighter and Cee Lo Green were also included. Article Here!

A Mega Church Is Coming To A Mall Near You!

Boynton Beach, Fla is a community divided over whether to put a mega-church in a local mall. Christ Fellowship Church has a contract and plans to buy the Dillard's at the Boynton Beach Mall.  But first the city commission would have to lift a moratorium that went into effect last November. It doesn't allow non-profit organizations to use retail space because the city is losing too much revenue in property taxes. Article Here!

Fight Breaks Out During Church Funeral

I never thought I would see the day people would actual throw blows and pass licks inside the church house. The idea of disrespecting the house of worship is becoming the norm in these last and evil days. Take for an example in Phoenix last Friday family and friends had  gathered  for a funeral for a young valley man. But instead of a joyous remembrance of the young man life  a fight broke out inside the church house.  It started when someone at the funeral saw someone who had gotten into a fight with the dead man a few weeks ago. They started fighting each other -- and that's when dozens of other people also got involved and things got out of control.

Is Tyler Perry Being Call To The Ministry?

Has God called Tyler Perry to ministry? Now, I know can't no one answer that question but Tyler Perry. I also  know that all Christians are called to serve the cause of Christ in some kinda of capacity. But God do call certain people to serve the Church as pastors and other ministers.
Paul wrote  to young Timothy that if a man aspires to be a pastor, "it is a fine work he aspires to do." [I Timothy 3:1] Likewise, it is a high honor to be called of God into the ministry of the Church. So, how can one know if God is calling them to a higher calling? Is there anything wrong with Tyler Perry aspiring to be a pastor? If so please tell!

The Most Recite Poem and Hymn Sung At A Home-going Services With-in The Black Church.

Back in the day the hymn  "I'll Fly Away" and the Poem "Don't Grieve For Me For Now I'm Free." Are two of the most recited poem and hymn  sung with-in the black church. Especially during a funeral or home going service.  This is the poem that was read by Dionne Warwick at Whitney Houston home going service yesterday. I like the version of I'll fly away sung in the country and bluegrass style.

There's Nothing Wrong With Doubts!

 There's a new billboard campaign that was launched in late January highlighting  black atheists, humanists, and freethinkers from history past and present-day.  The billboards have been launch simultaneously in New York City, Atlanta, Chicago, Los Angeles, Washington D.C., and Raleigh-Durham. The campaign was designed to coincide with February’s Black History Month.  Read the full story at Christian Post.com.

Let me say this,  there's nothing wrong with doubt it's unbelief that's the problem. Unbelief is the only sin that will keep a man out of heaven.  Not doubt. Nor will  MURDER  keep you out of heaven. Nor being a HARLOT will  keep you out of heaven. Nor, being an ADULTERER will keep you out of heaven. Nor, being a LIAR will  keep you out of heaven.  Unbelief is the only sin that will keep a man from spending eternity with the Father. It’s the only sin that God will not forgive it's the only unpardonable sin. Unbelief is the only sin not covered by the grace of God.  Don't allow folks to fool you with this doubt stuff it's unbelief that will cause one's soul to be  lost.