Category Archives: Pastor’s Pen

“Teaching, Preaching and Reaching For Christ”

RESURRECTION SUNDAY   Jesus’ death, burial and resurrection was necessary for washing away our sins, and providing the opportunity for us to be justified before God. In addition, Jesus’ death, burial and resurrection was also beneficial for us to have an intimate and personal relationship with Him. We now have a tripartite relationship with Jesus:…

The Pastor’s Pen: I previously shared this story that took place several summers ago in Chicago. I was involved in a discussion with several other pastors who serve in central city churches regarding the question, “Does the community take ownership of what the church is doing?” As the discussion progressed, it transitioned to the ministries…

On today, I want to build upon my response from last week to the last line of the following quote by James Cone, “…That is why they made the black church a disturbance in society.” I asked the question, ”Did you get that?” There was a time when the Black church was a disturbance to…

For some there is much anxiety and trepidation regarding the state of our country. From the White House in Washington, to the crack house down the street, many are losing faith in their hope for our country and our community. I, however, do not share in this hopeless and faithless view. My faith and hope…