(ThyBlackMan.com) All across the news there are stories of how drug addiction, heroin especially, is skyrocketing within the past decade. In fact, it has become such a severe issue not only in major metropolitan areas but in suburbs as well, that addiction is now being classified as a ‘health issue.’ ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) One thing I like about the Bible is that it is self-explanatory. I do not understand why people say that the Word of God is so confusing. Whatever God wants you to know, He explains it to you right there in the Word, just as simple. Every time I go to the ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Jesus said, “I am the light of the world.” (John 8:12) Many times people are asked the question, “Are you saved?” “Have you been born again?” “Have you received salvation?” Each and every individual in the world today needs to understand that God has a plan for his or ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Scripture Deuteronomy 15:1-6 1 At the end of every seven years thou shalt make a release. 2 And this is the manner of the release: Every creditor that lendeth ought unto his neighbour shall release it; he shall not exact it of his neighbour, or of his brother; because it ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) God gives us strength as we follow His rescue plan, when the battles of life leave us spiritually weak, confused, devastated and drained. He gives power to the faint, the weary and the fallen who may also be destitute. Wait on God for a renewal of strength. Ignore temptations ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Again, this is not an attempt to proselytize or to shape your thinking regarding religion or spirituality. Rather, this is an attempt to delve into a subject that is often brought up among Black folks and used to separate us instead of bring us together around practical economic/public policy ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Is it possible to have a Black consciousness and be a Christian? Are the terms contradictory? Is “Conscious Christian” an oxymoron? I can hear some of you now, saying, “Uh oh, Jim, you are in deep water with this topic.” That’s fine; this column has not survived for nearly ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) This week we celebrate Christmas — the mass celebrating the birth of Jesus the Christ — the Messenger. Across a country shaken by terrorism, the stores are festooned with lights, music fills the air and, despite the dismal realities of most, there is talk of good cheer. As I ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) “Digital technologies are changing and evolving constantly,” Bourgeois, “Ministry in the Digital Age” I hope you’re helped by this blog that shows the uniqueness and power of applying the Internet and Social Media tools to build the kingdom of God. The Church of Christ theme: Saving Souls and Keeping ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) From Egypt to Germany, Italy to Idaho, Christmas has been celebrated in different forms. America is the first to turn this ‘pagan’ holiday into an orgy of consumption. The origins of this holiday full of gift-giving and an overweight senior citizen who can fit through thin chimneys and travel ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) The world would surely be a better place if we were all more accepting of different beliefs and religions, right? Well, the only way you can help to make sure that the next generation is more open and accepting is to teach your children the right way. Here is ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) The teachings of the apostle Paul can help all of us to examine our hearts and lives through the gospel of Jesus Christ. In Chapter 2 Paul probes deeply into the kind of life that enables any of us to function as role models. According to Paul, ministry seems ...