Tag Archives: christianity

Preaching Rocket: How Can We Preach Better Sermons?

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Ressurrection

I had an opportunity to listen in on a four-hour event entitled, “Preaching Better Sermons” online, hosted by Preaching Rocket, a company which provides a product for pastors who wish to improve their communication, preparation and sermon delivery skills. I … Continue reading →

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Five Reasons Christians Support Same-Sex Marriage

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Ressurrection

We live in a time where many have reverted back to the elementary school playground, during recess time when you played Up-and-Over to see how fast you could jump over long, thick steel parallel bars that were planted on the … Continue reading →

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Joel Osteen Hoax: Why This Rumor Seems to be Believable

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Ressurrection

Joel Osteen was the victim of an internet hoax. I see how easily people can be swayed. A 12-year-member of his church even called for him to be prayed for assuming that the rumor was true writing this: “We’ll pray … Continue reading →

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Ritual Child Abuse: An 8-year-old boy marries a 61-year-old woman

Posted on March 11, 2013 by Ressurrection

According to an article in the Mail Online Newspaper an eight-year-old boy was contacted by his ancestors and told that he should marry in Tshwane, South Africa. The boy and the mother who were fearing divine retribution decided that marrying … Continue reading →

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What does God say about Common Law Marriage?

Posted on February 19, 2013 by Ressurrection

13 For no temptation (no trial regarded as enticing to sin), [no matter how it comes or where it leads] has overtaken you and laid hold on you that is not common to man [that is, no temptation or trial has come to … Continue reading →

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Adoptive Mom Exploits Foster Child with “Newborn” Photo Shoot

Posted on February 14, 2013 by Ressurrection

The child in question is 13 years old. His sister, also adopted by Kelli Higgins who lives in Florida is the one who suggested that she (Higgins) do a photo shoot of Latrell Higgins reenacting what his newborn baby pictures … Continue reading →

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[EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW]: Domonique Scott of the Sisterhood Reality Show on Overcoming Child Sexual Abuse, Foster Care and Prostitution

Posted on February 5, 2013 by Ressurrection

The church itself is a place where people have determined based on culture and personal revelation the heart of God. We know this because there are different sects and beliefs about paths to salvation. In every faith or religion there are … Continue reading →

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Ressurrection Day Two: Quenching my Thirst

Posted on February 2, 2013 by Ressurrection

After writing Day One yesterday evening, I saw a post on Facebook that described the atmosphere of an all night prayer that I wanted to attend as Supernatural. I was two hours late but we made it, and the ingredients … Continue reading →

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A Pastor’s Life is a Fasted Life

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Ressurrection

When I think of a pastor’s life, I think of a fasted life. We are not ordinary people, and do not have ordinary problems. I have already accepted the call on my life. I have done so years ago, but … Continue reading →

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Domestic and Sexual Violence in the Church: A Sisterhood Reality Show Review

Posted on January 30, 2013 by Ressurrection

“Reality Show is the new field for evangelism.” – Brian S. Lewis I watched one episode of the show and was really disappointed in the lack of spiritual guidance used to advise the public about important topics such as pornography, … Continue reading →

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Sexual Discipleship: A Strategic Plan to Legalize SEX with Children

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Ressurrection

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Bishop Larry D. Trotter Uses Granddaughter As Symbol of the Crucifixion

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Ressurrection

Bishop Larry Trotter is being called all kinds of names by people who have seen the picture of him and his granddaughter in the bathtub together which you can see by clicking here. In an effort to neutralize pedophile-like blanket … Continue reading →

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Deaf to Church: How the Homeless Get Lost

Posted on January 13, 2013 by Ressurrection

A few years ago, around the time that I went homeless, I felt that the church (not the pastors) were not compassionate or helpful in my time of crisis. Most people do not understand homelessness until they have become homeless. … Continue reading →

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Milestone: My Blog Hit 100,000 Views! + Five Great Blogs To Read Before The Year Ends

Posted on December 25, 2012 by Ressurrection

Here are Five Great Blogs From This Year 1. Rules of Engagement 2. Bible and Child Sexual Abuse 3. Why Child Sexual Abuse Grooming Should Become A Felony 4. Marko Hamlin: Overcoming Child Sexual Abuse 5. Lil’ Wayne Gangsta or … Continue reading →

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Three Myths About Being Christian

Posted on December 25, 2012 by Ressurrection

I have to be honest, I wanted to name this blog, “Why Churches Can Not Keep Members.” Similar to almost any other kind of business whether set up to collect donations to sell products and services, the life of one’s … Continue reading →

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Guest Blog: What I Have Learned This Year In 2012

Posted on December 23, 2012 by Ressurrection

This year I can say overall I’ve learned the value and influence music has on me and how it influences others. I’ve realized how to have a discerning spirit towards certain lyrics and artist , tapping into the deeper … Continue reading →

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This Is Why I Came: A Poem by Ressurrection Graves

Posted on December 2, 2012 by Ressurrection

This Is Why I Came is a new poem that I wrote as an introduction piece when I go out and speak. This is in its draft form in that I am reciting it in this video, and not performing … Continue reading →

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What Have You Learned This Year?

Posted on December 1, 2012 by Ressurrection

Every year my personal tradition when celebrating my birthday is to gather my coolest connections around me and ask a very important question. We schedule time to discuss a range of open topics, many times my connections are meeting for … Continue reading →

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Ten Reasons You Should Attend Family Counseling III – To Forgive Others

Posted on November 21, 2012 by Ressurrection

To Forgive Others Forgiving someone else is not for them, it is for you. The same rule applies. When someone has betrayed your trust or acted out of line with your expectations it can make you angry, feel hurt and … Continue reading →

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The Characteristics of A Leader: A Leadership Poem

Posted on November 6, 2012 by Ressurrection

The Characteristics of A Leader Leaders are readers they take history and recreate it, they get lost in powerful stories and become one. Leaders never dwell on their title because they possess their position so well that others make up … Continue reading →