The messages delivered in prosperity churches and from prosperity preachers fill the listeners with hope - but is this really hope? While biblical scripture mentions God’s intent for humanity to prosper, the context is unclear. Some pastors have convinced parishioners that the prosperity doctrine justifies one’s acquiring money and materialism as a reward for righteousness; or requires one’s giving of money or material as an act that validates faith or causes blessings. But J

The Exodus drama is one of liberation and deliverance. God’s servant Moses is raised up to rescue the people of God from their enslavement. But the story doesn’t begin there. The people of Israel find themselves in Egypt not because of conquest or war, but because during a time of famine they found favor with the king through Joseph. Joseph, who had been sold into slavery by his brothers, ascended the ranks and became the second in command. The Pharaoh of that time, invited J

It was Harriet Tubman who said, “Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.” The road to success is not an easy one. The truth is, the journey to success may be the most confusing and painful journey you have ever taken. People who you thought loved you may leave you. The people who have been assigned to help you may hurt you. People may define you by you