If Blacks folk are going to get liberation, it won’t be due to partisan politicking!
Author: Informed Scholar
I am Hip-Hop, I am Theology, I am the Church, I am... I believe all that makes me who I am is grounded in the these three aspects. I am married with two sons, theologically trained, street bred, and Christ redeemed. My faith is not in what I know but what can be known. I am a lover of people, knowledge and social engagements.
It’s Happening Again: When Power Outages Lead to Division
“Hey, Babe. The power is out, again.” If you’ve lived anywhere in Texas for the past four years, you’ve probably heard something like this before. In the…… Read more “It’s Happening Again: When Power Outages Lead to Division”
“Enjoy The Wilderness”: The Jones’ Life Update.
He said to me, “Enjoy the wilderness!”
The Words We Use to Tell the Story: Ministry Language That Reflects Fruitfulness.
“…the language we use tells the story of how our churches and ministries connect to making disciples for the transformation of the world.”
A Smooth Pass
One of my favorite sporting events to watch, especially around this time of year, are track and field events. Whenever the Olympic Games are approaching, I yearn…… Read more “A Smooth Pass”
Hamilton Is Proof the Church Needs Millennials… and Hip-Hop!
Like millions of people around the United States, I didn’t get to see the Tony Award winning Broadway HIP-HOP musical, Hamilton, when it was performed live. But…… Read more “Hamilton Is Proof the Church Needs Millennials… and Hip-Hop!”
Hashtag Activism Ain’t Gone Cut It Anymore!: The Response Blacks Really Need From White Allies
“Hashtags and tears. That seems to be all we can get for black lives these days.”
Life Lessons from Queen & Slim (No Spoilers)
“When fear has its fingers on triggers, people die. And before your mind races to picture the guns, not all triggers are attached to weapons.”
When They Saw Me: Stories of Police Injustice From My Adolescence, Part 4: “Tell or Go to Jail!”
It was a hot Summer. Yea, I know every Summer is hot but the summer of my senior year was the hottest ever, and it didn’t have…… Read more “When They Saw Me: Stories of Police Injustice From My Adolescence, Part 4: “Tell or Go to Jail!””
When They Saw Me: Stories of Police Injustice from My Adolescence Part 3: “You Punks in a Gang?”
“What do you want to be when you grow up?” has to be the single most asked question to kids in school. It’s a loaded question that…… Read more “When They Saw Me: Stories of Police Injustice from My Adolescence Part 3: “You Punks in a Gang?””
Preacher with sneakers 