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Nipsey Hussle, a Grammy-nominated rapper was killed Sunday afternoon, shot in broad daylight outside his store in South Los Angeles in a burst of gunfire that left two other people wounded, police said. Hussle, who was known as much for his work in the community as for his music, was hit multiple times about 3:20 p.m. in front of his store, the Marathon Clothing, at 3420 W. Slauson Ave., police said. He was rushed to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead. He was 33. Details remain scant, but a law enforcement source with knowledge of the investigation said Hussle was shot by a young man who opened fire at close range and then ran to a waiting getaway car. Based on initial information, the shooter is probably associated with a gang, the source said. Others said that while the suspect likely was in a gang, the dispute appeared to more personal in nature. On Tuesday, LAPD officials said the suspect, Eric Holder, 29, had a personal dispute with the rapper. In this episode Troy discusses the three lessons we can learn from Nipsey hussle's short life number one the vanity of life number two the violence of life three the verdict of our lives .

It’s been 25 years since R. Kelly first had to answer for sexual abuse allegations. Two and a half decades of new reports, new witnesses, new testimonies, new windows into an age-old story of powerful men seizing the chance to play God while trampling countless women — girls — into the dirt. And yet, as a devastating new docuseries lays out in damning detail, Kelly has nonetheless found a way to evade the charges and any real consequences almost every time. In six hour-long chapters, Lifetime’s “Surviving R. Kelly” is perhaps the most comprehensive dive into the terrible, tangled history of allegations against the singer yet. The first two episodes dig into his childhood, in which he both was recognized as a musical prodigy and sexually abused himself and his unstoppable rise to stardom, and his relationship to Aaliyah, whom he met when she was just 12 years old. The third and fourth episodes detail the circumstances of the so-called “pee tape,” which allegedly showed Kelly having sex with and urinating on a 14 year-old girl, and the subsequent child pornography case that ended in a surprise acquittal. The final two episodes highlight the reports from the last several years that Kelly has isolated and groomed women and girls into a sex cult for his own pleasure. In Part One of this special series on R. Kelly, Troy will begin discussing R. Kelly’s success and his rise to fame, his secrets-- the things that were hidden from his fans--, and his sadism-- the abuse and sexual practices he did with underage girls. If you haven't seen the six-hour docu-series, Surviving R. Kelly, Troy will do his best to recap the series and also share what God's Word has to say on these issues.

Grammy Award-winning gospel artist and actress Tamela Mann teamed up with her husband, NAACP Image Award-winning actor and comedian David Mann to release an album for believers who want to enjoy intimacy without tasteless lyrics. Titled Us Against the World, the album is a departure from Tamela’s staple gospel sound and celebrates their 30-year union using R&B grooves. "It was different for me, it was really different, even though I was happy to think about the man that I love [while singing],” Tamela told The Christian Post. “It made me even look at him differently, and in all honesty, we tested it out and it really worked." Produced by the couple and their son, David Mann, Jr., Tamela said her 30-year-old son pegged the album, "back in the day" music. They were so happy to be able to provide a project like this for the body of Christ. "Even though you knew we were talking about love, it wasn't nasty love music,” Tamela explained. Their first single, “Good Love,” highlights the couple's soulful harmonies and kicks off the 10-song musical collaboration. “Us Against the World” candidly chronicles the defining moments of David and Tamela’s long relationship. With the divorce rate being the same in the church as it is in the world, it is always encouraging when you see a couple that is seeking to stay together for the rest of their lives no matter what challenges they face. In this episode Troy looks at the lyrics of the 10 songs on David and Tamela s album Titled Us Against the World, I'm sure what he shares will be a blessing to you. . If you are married you don't want to Miss this episode. This is also special for Troy because today is his wedding anniversary with his lovely wife Adrienne.

Recently, Lauren Daigle was interviewed on the Dominick Nati Show on iHeart radio. Eight minutes into the interview, after talking about criticism she's got for what she wears while singing worship songs, interviewer Dominick Nati said: "I hate to do this to you Lauren but I usually ask tough questions so is that alright if I ask just a couple of ones that are tougher and you can let me know if you wanna answer them? She replied: "Ok, cool." "Well, just 'cos we were talking about Ellen [DeGeneres] ...do you feel that homosexuality is a sin?" After a pause, she responded: "You know I can't honestly answer on that...I have too many people that I love that, they are homosexual, I don't know. I actually had a conversation with someone last night about it and I was like 'I can't say one way or the other, I'm not God'. So, when people ask questions like that that's what my go to is. I just say read the Bible and find out for yourself and when you find out let me know 'cos I'm learning too." With many celebrity Christians being confronted with the question of homosexuality and being afraid to give a Biblical answer for this question. in this episode Troy will deal with the compassion we should share with homosexuals the compromise we should avoid with homosexuals and the commission we've been given to reach homosexuals.. Every Christian should be prepared to answer this question You don't want to miss it

Darlene Zschech, who's written over 100 Christian worship songs including the popular contemporary hymn “Shout to The Lord,” details in a new book how she's made it through the hardest seasons in her life. In the book, The Golden Thread: Experiencing God’s Presence in Every Season of Life, Zschech talks about God's faithfulness as she and her family coped with the shocking reality of her cancer diagnosis after they left Hillsong Church to establish a church plant. The Australian singer and songwriter started her music career with Hillsong Church but left after a successful 25 years to pastor a ministry with her husband, Mark, in New South Wales called Hope Unlimited Church. Before Zschech was told by her doctor that she had cancer, her family was already processing what the journey ahead would be like for her grandson who had been diagnosed with autism. Zschech chronicles all the hurdles she faced in a chapter titled "The Wilderness," which she described as being the most difficult part of the book to write. “I think we all have wilderness [moments]," she said, reflecting on the year (2013) she first learned she had cancer. "We all have winters and they're actually necessary. Winter is necessary in the scope of seasons. A lot happens in a winter that can’t happen in a summer. Digging into the beauty of the wilderness — that was a hard chapter,” she added. We all face Wilderness experiences in this life .And cancer is probably one of the most difficult things in this life to deal with. Troy looks at the dreaded disease of cancer as he uses the bible and his knowledge of health and nutrition to talk about the curse of cancer the causes of cancer and the cure for cancer. If you know someone that is dealing with cancer , you should make sure they hear this broadcast.

A portion of West’s TMZ interview that has not been highlighted much by the media was when he talked to Levin about his belief in God and the notion that love can conquer all. “Free love, it's the spirit," West explained to Levin when asked what is the root of everything the "Jesus Walk" emcee is trying to express. "If I say I love Dr. Jan Adams that performed my mother's final surgery, people don't accept forgiveness and love." West's mother died after having cosmetic surgery in 2007, which was performed by Adams. Levin admittedly said he doesn't believes people can love everyone. To which West looked at Levin and asked, "But does God want you to love everyone? Do you believe in God?" "If you start thinking about love and start feeling love and thinking about forgiveness, then you can overcome things," West said. "I think love conquers all. I know from the bottom of my soul, of my gut, of my spirit and my subconscious that love is the strongest force in the universe and right now we need love." In this episode we deal with the four kinds of Love mentioned in the Bible. Physical love, family love, friendship love, and Flawless love, you don't want to miss it.

On Tuesday afternoon Kanye will appear on TMZ Live with his new BFF, conservative pundit Candace Owens, but before that, he crashed their newsroom to hold his own impromptu town hall. Naturally, Kanye had many Kanye-isms to share, like just how much he loves Donald Trump (“that’s my boy!”), how wearing the MAGA hat was an act of free thought (“I felt a freedom in doing something that everybody tells you not to do”), and, for his grandest idea yet, why slavery was a choice. We’ll let him tell it: “When you hear about slavery for 400 years. For 400 years?! That sounds like a choice. You was there for 400 years and it’s all of y’all. It’s like we’re mentally in prison. I like the word ‘prison’ because ‘slavery’ goes too direct to the idea of blacks. Slavery is to blacks as the Holocaust is to Jews. Prison is something that unites as one race, blacks and whites, that we’re the human race.” Later, he addressed the newsroom and asked if they think he’s thinking freely. Van from TMZ, stands up and delivers the mic drop: “I actually don’t think you’re thinking anything.” A very passionate speech from Van, shouted across the room, ensues. The clip leaves us with Kanye apologetically walking over to his desk. With all the controversy surrounding Kanye West and his tweets and the things that he says, we will take a look at slavery in the Bible and the three reasons why individuals were made slaves in the Old Testament. 1 as prisoners of War 2 as payment for debt 3 as property for wicked people

With all of the confusion controversy criticism and condemnation surrounding the arrest of two black men at a Starbucks coffee shop many are calling for a boycott of the company, the manager involved has been fired the police Chief has apologized and the CEO of Starbucks have stated that they will Implement some changes and schedule a day of training for all of their employees. But is this the solution to racism. In this episode Troy will play part a roundtable discussion that he had with Sean Isaacs his twin brother, Seiko Woods, and Rick a brother in Christ. You should have your bible as you listen

While some of the Christian audience has accepted Snoop Dogg's recent gospel album, many have backlashed with rejection and suspicion. Encamped with the former, and upset with the latter, Rev. Creflo Dollar has jumped to Snoop Dogg's defense in a recent sermon. Rev Dollar called for a shift of focus on grace instead of sin. The sermon critiqued judgmental Christians who have forgotten the thief on the cross and even the Apostle Paul who was once a persecutor. Rev. Dollar brought up many Scriptures to hammer home his point. So is he right? Are Christians throwing Snoop Dogg under the bus unjustly? Troy will examine the Bible's view of Salvation, Service and Scrutiny. What does the Word of God say about judging someone's salvation, when a new Christian can serve, and if it's judgmental to scrutinize someone's behavior and character. Have you heard Rev. Dollar's sermon? What did you think of it?

DMX was recently sentenced to 365 days in prison for tax evasion. Now, a judge has ordered the “X Gon’ Give It To Ya” rapper to pay $2.3 million in restitution to the IRS. As reported by TMZ, the judge is allowing X — real name Earl Simmons — to pay the exorbitant amount in monthly installments. Two months after his release from prison, he will have to pay 10 percent of his gross monthly income every month until it’s paid off. In addition, X must participate in an outpatient substance abuse program and outpatient mental health program once he’s out. The 47-year-old New York native will reportedly serve out his time at Danbury Federal Correctional Facility. It’s the same low-security prison in Danbury, Connecticut that was the inspiration for the hit HBO show Orange Is The New Black. According to the Federal Bureau of Prisons website, X is currently being held at Metropolitan Correctional Center in New York City. In this episode Troy will look at Matthew 22 where the Pharisees and the herodians confronted the Lord to ask him what his View on paying taxes was. Troy we'll look at their motive their malleus and the Lord's mandate.

Bible of Love is the 16th album and first-ever gospel project from legendary, award-winning artist and icon, Snoop Dogg, whose career spans more than 25 years. The album is also the first release from All The Time Entertainment, a label which Snoop launched to provide more opportunities for gospel music artists. Bible of Love features Snoop and individual performances from a diverse array of acclaimed artists spanning multiple generations. Snoop feels there is a need for people to be unified more now than ever and he and co-executive producer, Lonny Bereal, handpicked some of Snoop’s personal favorites from gospel and R&B including, B. Slade, Faith Evans, Rance Allen, The Clark Sisters and Tye Tribbett He has always been inspired by gospel music and created this double disc, 32-track collection to both showcase the genre and bring people together. In this episode Troy looks at 2nd Timothy chapter 3 verse 1 to 9 as he deals with the 18 characteristics of an individual that has a form of godliness. And applies it to Snoop the gospel industry and the individuals mentioned on this album. We will look at their affections their actions and their agenda please take a listen and let us know your thoughts

Drake released a surprise two-song EP that featured the track "God's Plan." Shortly thereafter the Toronto rapper was spotted in different parts of Florida providing charitable support to locals in the area. As it turns out, Drake was filming those moments to be the epicenter of the visual for the track. The near $1 million budget for the video was used to help those in need. Drake paid for all the groceries of patron in the supermarket, gave scholarship money to a high school student, provided $10K shopping sprees for a few individuals, and supplied a homeless shelter with some funds to help contribute more to the community among other deeds. The pay it forward mentality got a lot of attention from people on the internet mostly praising Drake for using his platform for the positive. He would then unintentionally start the #GodsPlan challenge where people would share their good deeds with him, though he never wanted to start a hashtag but genuine help and support of people. TMZ caught up with Drake to ask him how it felt to give away the much money. "Man, it's one of the - exactly the best thing I've ever done in my life, to be honest," the 6 God replied. "For real." The reporter even asked how he would contemplate upstaging the gesture. "I don't know," he laughed. "Just keep helping." In this episode we will deal with the remedy for not giving 2 the reasons for giving 3 the rewards of giving and 4 the ruin of not giving

Nikolas Cruz, the troubled 19-year-old who has been charged with the premeditated murder of 17 people at his former high school in Parkland, Florida, told authorities that "demons" gave him instructions on how to commit one of the deadliest mass shootings in U.S. history. Investigators told ABC News that Cruz said he heard voices in his head described as demons as he gunned down his victims Wednesday at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School which he had attended from Jan. 13, 2016, to Feb. 8, 2017. In arrest records published by The New York Times, Cruz admitted to being the school shooter and said he entered the school campus armed with an AR-15 "and began shooting students that he saw in the hallways and on the school grounds." He said he also brought additional loaded magazines to the school which he kept hidden in a backpack until he began his attack.When the students started running after he began his attack, Cruz discarded the AR-15 and a vest with additional magazines to blend in with the crowd and eluded police until he was arrested without incident in the nearby Coral Springs neighborhood. While the world is trying to figure out why Nikolas would commit such atrocities on a school campus, Troy looks at Mark chapter 5 to discover the seven signs of a demon possessed individual. After listening ask yourself if Nikolas Cruz is indeed possessed by demons.

Quincy Jones, music mogul and legend in the entertainment industry, has maintained steady fame for nearly six decades. And it no wonder he’s continually in the spotlight. Jones’ list of accomplishments is miles long. From the production of Michael Jackson’s top three albums, to the production of The Color Purple, to the score for The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Jones continues to stay contemporary and relevant in music and Hollywood. But these days Jones is in the news again, not for what he’s doing, but for what he’s saying. In numerous interviews, Jones has slighted and insulted the work variety of music artists, from Elvis to the Beatles, but most notably Taylor Swift. When he asked Jones about Taylor Swift, GQ interviewer Chris Heath described the look on Jones’ face as "somewhere between disapproval and disdain." Jones scornfully described Swift’s songs just “hooks.” Jones also said “knowing what you’re doing” and work ethic is what’s missing from Swift’s music. Of course, Swift fans are not pleased with Jones’ comments. But was Jones wrong to be pointing fingers at Taylor Swift? In this episode, Troy will share highlights from Quincy Jones’ GQ interview and break his commentary down into three categories: his successful career, his sinful conduct and his soul’s condition. What can we, as believers, learn from the life that Quincy Jones has lived?

Beckah Shae, a Christian music artist, with a heart for the younger generation, and a songstress with her own original hits, also remakes popular secular songs that young folks are listening to... Shae has redone songs like Taylor Swift's Look What You Made Me Do and Ed Sheeran's Shape of You, with lyrics about the Lord, the truth of the Bible, the wicked works of our Adversary, etc. Most recently she has taken Havana by Camilla Cabello and turned it into Hosanna. Shae’s cover songs are going viral and she’s reaching new records for daily views on Youtube. But is her approach Biblical? Listeners chimed in on Facebook with answers to that question and their responses ranged from “Yes, as long as the lyrics are clean its harmless” to “No, what’s born of the flesh is flesh and what’s of the Spirit is Spirit” and everything in between. It’s generated quite debate. So in this episode Troy examines the Scriptures to see the Biblical view of music, its power, its purpose, and our partnerships in creating it. Be sure to listen in for this one and follow up episodes

Legendary producer Timberland has opened up about his struggles with addiction, revealing he nearly suffered a near-death overdose. Speaking to Rolling Stone, the artist born Timothy Mosey revealed that he began taking OxyContin in his 30s to help with nerve issues stemming from a gunshot wound suffered as a teenager. As his usage became rampant, his chart success declined, and marriage collapsed, leading him to struggle with a cycle of depression and addiction. Timberland said he survived a near-death overdose while sleeping three years ago, recalling that "there was a light...I woke up trying to catch my breath, like I was underwater. But through that whole thing I saw life – I saw where I would be if I don't change, and where I could be if I did." After weaning himself off the medication and experiencing withdrawal, he "thought about Michael Jackson... I didn't want to be old and taking these pills." In this episode Troy discusses Timothy Mosley who was instrumental in producing some of the most well-known songs for Aaliyah Justin Timberlake Missy Elliott Jay-Z and many other well-known artists. Though he was successful in his career, he could not control his addiction to pain pills. Troy gives seven motives that should compel anyone that is dealing with drugs pornography or any other type of sin that seems impossible to break. Take time to listen .

Jordin Sparks, the famed 2007 winner of American Idol, is heading into 2018 with a lot of new things going on. The popular singer-actress recently announced a secret elopement and marriage, and also a baby on the way. As if those big surprises weren’t enough, in an emotionally moving Youtube video, Sparks also had other news to share: the testimony of her Christian conversion. How beautiful it was to hear of her new life in Christ! In this episode of Music News and the Bible, Troy shares the three C’s of God’s redemptive work: the condition, the conversion and the commission. Listen in to be touched by the amazing work that God has done in the life of Jordin Sparks, and that He does in the lives of all those who are saved by His grace.

In this second follow-up episode, Troy’s wife, Adrienne, his twin brother, Sean, and Sean’s wife, Deborah return to the show for another panel discussion on sexual harassment. A listener’s email starts off the show as a springboard to discuss not only sexual harassment within the culture at large, but also within the church. The team analyzes the harmful attitudes that have crept into the church, the lack of holiness, the prevalence of youngsters in leadership and much more. Troy, Sean, Deborah and Adrienne also delve into the Biblical principles and safeguards that believers can put in place to combat the culture of promiscuity and dishonor. This dynamic panel gives another lively discussion, chockful of Biblical insights and Scripturally sound advice. So, be sure to tune in with an open Bible!

In this second follow-up episode, Troy’s wife, Adrienne, his twin brother, Sean, and Sean’s wife, Deborah return to the show for another panel discussion on sexual harassment. A listener’s email starts off the show as a springboard to discuss not only sexual harassment within the culture at large, but also within the church. The team analyzes the harmful attitudes that have crept into the church, the lack of holiness, the prevalence of youngsters in leadership and much more. Troy, Sean, Deborah and Adrienne also delve into the Biblical principles and safeguards that believers can put in place to combat the culture of promiscuity and dishonor. This dynamic panel gives another lively discussion, chockful of Biblical insights and Scripturally sound advice. So, be sure to tune in with an open Bible!

With the many individuals today, being exposed for the ungodly Behavior of sexual harassment. I have asked my wife Adrienne, my twin brother Sean, Sean's wife Deborah and our brother in the Lord IBN. To join me for a Roundtable discussion on why sexual harassment is so prevalent in our country

Russell Simmons is stepping down from his companies in the wake of an accusation of harassment and sexual assault. Simmons, the founder of hip-hop music label Def Jam Recordings and CEO of Rush Communications, released a statement on Thursday after screenwriter Jenny Lumet accused him of forcing her to have sex with him in 1991. She detailed the encounter in a guest column published by The Hollywood Reporter on Thursday. "I have been informed with great anguish of Jenny Lumet's recollection about our night together in 1991," Simmons said in a statement. "I know Jenny and her family and have seen her several times over the years since the evening she described. While her memory of that evening is very different from mine, it is now clear to me that her feelings of fear and intimidation are real. While I have never been violent, I have been thoughtless and insensitive in some of my relationships over many decades and I sincerely and humbly apologize." We will look at The View The Value And The Virtues of women

Tyrese Gibson is thanking his wife Samantha Lee Gibson for her support during his contentious battle with ex-wife Norma Mitchell Gibson over custody of their 10-year-old daughter, Shayla. The 38-year-old actor posted a loving message to Samantha on Instagram Saturday, days after The Blast reported that the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services had closed their investigation in Tyrese’s alleged beating of Shalya and would not be seeking any criminal charges against the actor. “ Child services initially launched their investigation into Tyrese after Norma — who was married to Gibson from 2007 to 2009 — accused Gibson of abusing their daughter on Aug. 19, alleging in court documents that the actor “pushed our daughter to the ground, pinned her face down, put his knees on her back, grabbed her hands with one arm and beat her with the other.” She also alleged in court documents that her ex hit Shayla “between 12 and 16 times,” leading the child to allegedly later tell her mother that she couldn’t sit down due to pain. In this episode, we will look at absent fathers Abusive fathers and Anointed fathers. WHICH ONE AEE YOU

In his first interview in several years, rock 'n' roll legend Little Richard, who has described himself as both "omnisexual" and "gay" in the past, says he's dedicating his final years to living holy "like Jesus" and insisted men should live as men, and women should live as women, the way God intended."Give everything you've got to Jesus and you'll feel oh, so much better," Richard, 84, told Danny Shelton of Three Angels Broadcast Network in an interview Richard, who is known for songs such as "Tutti Frutti," "Good Golly Miss Molly," and "Lucille," wore a lot of makeup and sported an effeminate look during his heyday. In the interview he spoke out against "unnatural affections" which he was once involved in.Richard, whose real name is Richard Wayne Penniman, is quoted in a 2012 GQ interview saying, "We are all both male and female. Sex to me is like a smorgasbord. Whatever I feel like, I go for. What kind of sexual am I? I am omnisexual!"He said his father, "put me out of the house. He said he wanted seven boys, and that I had spoiled it, because I was gay." When he was 19, his best friend Frank shot his father dead at the age of 39. Frank, however, was "out of jail in a week." "We never quite found out what really happened," he told the publication. We will compare Richards life to the prodigal son, and look at The shameful request The Scandalous Rebellion The sinners ruin The sober Repentance The son s reconciliation The savoir rejoicing The scornful Rejection YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS IT rocknrolllegendLittleRichard,gaylivingholylike Jesus

In our last episode, we spoke about Eminem and his ungodly rap about the president. Many spoke about how much they were blessed by the information that was shared. One individual named Zachary commented Maybe I am hearing this wrong, but it sure sounds like the host on this podcast is saying Christians are to always submit to the governing authorities (government)? So in today's show we're going to ask a question when should a Christian resist someone in authority. The three things we will cover in this episode are resistance to Authority two are reproving of authority and three are respect for authority

Sixty-four-year-old Stephen Paddock opened fire on a country music festival in Las Vegas Sunday night, murdering at least 59 people and wounding over 527 others before reportedly killing himself. In this episode we will look at Luke chapter 13 + 1 - 5 and give five things that we are God's people should Ponder when tragedies like this occur. One the cause of concern two the cruelty 3 catastrophe 4 the command and lastly the consequences.

In a freestyle rap launched on Tuesday night, Eminem attacked U.S. President Donald Trump for the kind of leadership he has exuded since elected into office. The pre-recorded four-minute clip was played at this year's BET Hip-Hop Awards. Eminem lashed out at Trump in an expletive-filled freestyle rap, wherein he even called the commander-in-chief a "racist 94-year-old grandpa." "What we got in office now is a kamikaze that'll probably cause a nuclear holocaust and while the drama pops, and he waits for s--t to quiet down, he'll just gas his plane up and fly around 'til the bombing stops," Eminem said in the rap. The rapper also called out the President for targeting the NFL players' who have been kneeling down during the national anthem, an act which Trump deemed as unpatriotic. He also stood in support of former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick who is still unemployed after instigating the kneeling movement. Eminem slammed him for focusing his attention on the NFL instead of helping out hurricane-devastated Puerto Rico, whose residents continue to be deprived of medical care, and other basic needs, or starting talks about gun ownership in the wake of the Las Vegas massacre earlier this month. Furthermore, Eminem urged "the rest of America" to stand up against Trump. In this episode we will look at the 7 marks of rebelling against god's authority

If you have ever been discouraged while waiting on God to fulfill a particular promise in your life .whether you are praying for a child, waiting on a mate, or some other tribulation you may be facing. You need to hear this sermon preached by brother Troy. Troy was at a church in Delaware a week ago. Individuals that attended where encourage by the word.. If you have ever been waiting on God to do something in your life you need to hear this.

Shai Linne was on the Wade O radio show and discussed his new album and the changes that have taken place in the Christian hip-hop world since 2012. The record is called Still Jesus “The main point of Still Jesus is simple: We live in turbulent times, where things seem to shift more and more quickly. With all the changes of the past few years in society, the Church, and Christian Hip-hop, Jesus Christ hasn't changed. Hebrews 13:8- ‘Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.’ Our main problem- fallen humanity’s sin before a Holy God- is still the same. And the solution to that problem- the gospel- is still the same. At the end of the day, It’s still all about Jesus,” Linne said of the album. . In this episode we will look at five things that shows that God's glory is Departed from an individual. Number one to disobedience the decree the departure the disapproval and the destruction.

Fred Hammond recently recorded a song with Snoop Dogg for snoops last album and received lots of criticism for doing so. After woods Fred went on Facebook live and indicated that he did not think it was wrong to record with unbelievers and that when the Bible speaks about coming out from among them and being separate, it has nothing to do with praising God with unbelievers but it spoke of separating ourselves from paganism and idolatry , which was practiced in the times of Paul when the church was first started. In part 1 of this episode Sean and I /doubleEdge discuss why Fred is wrong

Katy Perry recently revealed that she feels judged by the church and wished people would tell her "come just as you are," as her favorite worship song says. The "Firework" singer launched a marathon weekend of livestream events starting last Friday with the release her new album, Witness. Sharing her life with the public for three days, Perry is seen doing yoga, hosting dinner parties, sleeping, cooking, applying makeup and singing. In another video released, Perry was recorded sleeping when a choir from her song "Pendulum" surprised the songstress by serenading her in her bedroom. After waking up to the songs "Firework" and "Pendulum," Perry eventually spots Christian artist Crystal Lewis as a part of the choir and becomes emotional.She embraces Lewis several times and calls her "my favorite singer growing up," "my Madonna." She revealed that her favorite Lewis songs are "Come Just as You Are" and "People Get Ready (Jesus Is Coming)."When you consider all the scandalous things that Katy Perry has done,, the question to ask is how should a Christian seek to win someone like her and is Crystal Lewis doing the right thing. To answer that question you will look at the life of Matthew the tax collector and learn five things that we as God's people should keep in mind when sharing the gospel. 1 the person called 2 the prerogative of the Lord 3 the possessions forsaken 4 the passionate follower 5 the professing Pharisee.

President Trump has really gotten some folks angry! Madonna has said she is “pissed off” and that she has often thought about “blowing up the White House”. Snoop recently criticized other music artists for just releasing “party music” and not dealing with real issues like “this (expletive) clown president.” Snoop used his new music video to make his point. In the video, he shoots a clown dressed like President Trump. Does Snoop have a legitimate reason for being angry? If so, is that how he should express his anger? Let’s look at what the Scriptures tell us about Righteous Anger, Reckless Anger, and Redeemed Anger. You don't want to miss it!

The movie The Shack is sweeping the American Church. It's soundtrack is a "who's who" of the Christian music world, boasting names such as LeCrae, Hillsong and Tim McGraw. Hillsong said it's an "honor" to be on the soundtrack along with such talent for such a "great movie". LeCrae also had nothing but praise for the movie. But is this movie as praise worthy as Hillsong and LeCrae think it is? What does the Bible have to say about what's portrayed in The Shack? Listen in as Troy covers the history and heresy of The Shack as contrasted with the holiness of God.

On Saturday, Yohe expressed her support for U.S. President Donald J. Trump by posting a photo on Instagram showing a man dressed as Jesus carrying suitcases. The post, which has since been taken down, also bears the words, "On my way back to the White House," and was the gospel singer's response to the Women's March, The Christian Post details. Advertisement "March all you want, protest all you want, President DONALD J. TRUMP is our President for at least 4 years, no weapon formed against him will prosper!" said Yohe in her Instagram post. "You know you are doing something right when there is so much opposition!!! #excitingtimes," Yohe added. The post apparently was not received well by her followers because many expressed their disapproval of the captions she put in it. One netizen slammed her for supporting someone "who lies, curses, and incites violence." Another netizen said Yohe just lost one supporter because of her pro-Trump post. Someone also vowed not to attend, buy, or patronize anything that the singer makes. Activist Shaun King posted an open letter on Facebook and called Yohe "disgusting." King, who said he was a pastor for 15 years, said he was baffled with the singer's implication that Jesus Christ was not in the White House during the term of former President Barack Obama, Raw Story relays. In response to the massive backlash against her, Yohe deactivated most of her social media accounts. The gospel singer said there were many churches that have canceled their scheduled events with her. Others have called her a racist and even threatened her. Yohe also posted a statement on Facebook, apologizing to the people who may have been offended by the Instagram photo. The singer said she is excited at the prospect that the new administration will protect Christianity instead of attack it but maintained that she does not condone any of Trump's wrongdoings. In this episode we will look at the rash anger expressed the remorseful artist and the repented assembly Show less

In his Facebook live video on Thursday that has been viewed over 100,000 times, Carman celebrated his birthday by pulling out his guitar, chatting with fans and singing some songs. The 45-minute video ended with a song dedication he wrote for the 45th president of the United States.Since Trump hadn't been sworn into office at the time the Facebook Live video was broadcast, the singer decided to compile a few headlines and popular Trump quotes and use them as his song lyric inspiration. Yohe took to Instagram on Saturday to express her support for the newly-sworn in president, Donald J. Trump. Her post, which is no longer accessible, was in response to the 2.9 million demonstrators marching around the world in the Women's March. In her social media post, the singer featured an actor dressed as Jesus carrying suitcases with the words, "On my way back to the White House." On the post Yohe wrote, "March all you want, protest all you want, President DONALD J. TRUMP is our President for at least 4 years, no weapon formed against him will prosper!" "You know you are doing something right when there is so much opposition!!! #excitingtimes," she adde

According to The Sun newspaper, sources are claiming that the 22-year-old singer has been sharing his Christian faith with the opening acts who've been performing on his Purpose tour. "Backstage on his Purpose tour, Justin has been sitting down with his opening acts and encouraging them to put Christ before everything. His aim is to convert the people he loves and warn other stars against the evils of the industry," the source reportedly told the London tabloid. Popular R&B singer Fantasia Barrino has sparked a contentious debate online after she reportedly turned one of her recent concerts in Florida into a soul-stirring worship service while wearing a skimpy costume some have frowned upon as a mere "bathing suit." Several videos posted on Facebook show the singer delivering a soul-stirring rendition of Jonathan David and Melissa Helser's worship song "Abba" which some online reports say resulted in more than 10 people committing their lives to Christ. Why do both of these individuals think they can use their concerts to win souls for Christ when their lives have not been changed by Christ Its an easy mystery to solve when you understand the parable of the sower. In this episode we will look at the third Parable which is the hypocrite and the lover of the world we will look at the ones who fret and worry, who pursue Fortune, frivolity, and fairy tales.

The entertainer known as Brandy, 36, says she has a new outlook on life now that she has landed the role of Roxie Hart in the Broadway play, "Chicago." She spoke to NewYork.com about moving past the state of depression she was in with help from God. "People would never guess the dark space that I was in about a year ago and how long I was sad and depressed. Long story short: I cried out for help and the decision followed to be the best version of myself," she recalled. "I then did the work spiritually, mentally and physically and saw my old life disappear. 'Chicago' presented itself to me and I then stepped into my dream." In this episode will take a look at some of the things that can happen in an individual’s li9fe to lead them to God We will look at your passion for God your privileges the people you associate with and your parents

If you've heard about the 'U Name It' challenge, you've probably already put in a special request to grandma asking if she can cook up some "Beans, greens, tomatoes, potatoes...you name it!!!" Gospel Hall of Famer Shirley Caesar has been getting folks in the Thanksgiving spirit ever since her gospel performance of "Hold My Mule" hit the internet and instantly became a lovable, viral meme. She loves the idea behind it, but says she isn't down with the twerking. In this episode I will give you for reasons to be thankful you don't want to miss it. We will look at our predicament our pardon Christ participation and his power if you're having problems being thankful that will change after hearing this show.

It seems pornography is affecting every sector of the church, so much so that Christian musicians have begun to speak out (and write songs) about their own struggles. Music has a way of speaking the way words cannot, so I have compiled a list of 10 songs that give a voice to this temptation. I hope the music blesses you. “Undo” by Rush of Fools “Fanmail” by KJ-52 “Slow Fade” by Casting Crowns “Let it Go” by Kirk Franklin “Dirty Little Secret” by Pillar “Never Shake His Hand” from Somebody’s Daughter “Constance” by Mr. J Mederios “Surreptitious Descent” by White Collar Sideshow “Losing Ground” by Topher Teague Before and After” by Jimmy Needham In this episode Troy looks at five ways to avoid send of ponography if this is a struggle that you have in your life you don't want to miss this episode.

Bobby Brown is leaning on God to sort through the emotions stemming from his late daughter's love interest, Nick Gordon, being found civilly liable for her untimely death. "All I ever wanted was answers relating to who and what caused my daughter's death. Today's judgment tells me it was Nick Gordon," Brown, the 47-year-old R&B singer told PEOPLE magazine Friday. "Now I need to process all the emotions I have and lean on God to get me and my family through this." Brown's daughter Bobbi Kristina Brown died at the age of 22 in July 2015. Her death came six months after being found unconscious in the bathtub of the Georgia home she shared with Gordon, her former boyfriend. Earlier this year, Bobbi Kristina's estate filed a wrongful death lawsuit of $10 million against Gordon. Last year, a $10 million wrongful death civil suit was filed against Gordon by Brown's conservator Bedelia Hargrove. The lawsuit alleged that Gordon physically abused Bobbi Kristina, stole money from her and gave her a "toxic cocktail" that led to her death. In this episode we will look at the day of judgement and how we should prepare for it. We will discuss the sovereign the solar system the subjects the Scrolls and the sentence. You don't want to miss it.

After it was announced on TBN last week that Pastor Donnie McClurkin is "getting married," the gospel singer and his girlfriend, Nicole C. Mullen, clarified earlier this week that he has yet to pop the question and they are not engaged. During Mullen's Periscope Bible study on Monday, she spoke about the marriage announcement made on TBN's "Praise the Lord" last Thursday, saying that while the couple is "definitely on the road to marriage," they are not engaged. "There's a protocol that both he and I want to honor. So, are we officially engaged? No," Mullen said. "Are we on the road to marriage? Yes."

Donnie McClurkin was the musical guest on TBN's long-running "Praise the Lord" ministry show Thursday night where it was revealed that he and Nicole C. Mullen are getting married. Matt Crouch and his wife, Laurie, were joined on the show by guests A.R. Bernard and McClurkin where the former revealed that he would be giving McClurkin marriage counseling in the near future. Rumors that McClurkin and Mullen were dating started circulating after the two attended this year's Stellar Awards together. But the gospel singers never made an official announcement about their romance until Thursday's episode of "Praise the Lord." In this episode I will deal with the difference between courtship and dating we will look at the precautions in courtship the protection of courtship and a picture of courtship.

Pastor Jamal Bryant's mother was upset when she heard the Baltimore megachurch leader joke about believing in open marriages on his new daytime talk show "The Preachers." "My mother called me 'Sleepless in Seattle' trying to figure out, 'what did I mean laughing about open marriages. God is not pleased,'" Bryant of Empowerment Temple AME Church, recalled on his show this week. "So I'm not talking to the millions of y'all watching. Dear mama, please know that I still believe marriage is between two people and what God has brought together let nobody put asunder." Bryant joked about believing in open marriage when actress Mo'Nique and her husband, Sidney Hicks, revealed duirng a segment last week that they both have had sex with other people during their 10-year marriage and will continue to do so. As a divorced pastor who has publicly opened up about his struggles with infidelities and temptation, Bryant made light of the topic. "I think that's amazing and a lot of people think that is novel and y'all 'church people' are going to have a heart attack," Bryant said with a laugh on the show last week. "I believed in open marriage, I just forgot to tell my ex-wife about it." Bryant co-hosts "The Preachers" alongside E. Dewey Smith Jr., the senior pastor of The House of Hope churches in Atlanta and Macon, Georgia; John Gray, an associate pastor of Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas; and Orrick Quick, pastor and founder of God Seekers Church in High Point, North Carolina. In this episode Troy deals with the sin of the fear of man that motivates these pastor to compromise with the ungodly we will look at the characteristics the compromise and the Cure

Pastor Jamal Bryant's mother was upset when she heard the Baltimore megachurch leader joke about believing in open marriages on his new daytime talk show "The Preachers." "My mother called me 'Sleepless in Seattle' trying to figure out, 'what did I mean laughing about open marriages. God is not pleased,'" Bryant of Empowerment Temple AME Church, recalled on his show this week. "So I'm not talking to the millions of y'all watching. Dear mama, please know that I still believe marriage is between two people and what God has brought together let nobody put asunder." Bryant joked about believing in open marriage when actress Mo'Nique and her husband, Sidney Hicks, revealed duirng a segment last week that they both have had sex with other people during their 10-year marriage and will continue to do so. As a divorced pastor who has publicly opened up about his struggles with infidelities and temptation, Bryant made light of the topic. "I think that's amazing and a lot of people think that is novel and y'all 'church people' are going to have a heart attack," Bryant said with a laugh on the show last week. "I believed in open marriage, I just forgot to tell my ex-wife about it." Bryant co-hosts "The Preachers" alongside E. Dewey Smith Jr., the senior pastor of The House of Hope churches in Atlanta and Macon, Georgia; John Gray, an associate pastor of Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas; and Orrick Quick, pastor and founder of God Seekers Church in High Point, North Carolina. In this episode Troy deals with the sin of the fear of man that motivates these pastor to compromise with the ungodly we will look at the characteristics the compromise and the Cure

(CNN)A Missouri man ambushed and killed three law officers and wounded three others in Baton Rouge on Sunday during a time when police nationwide and in the Louisiana city in particular have been on high alert after five officers were killed in a Dallas ambush July 7. Louisiana State Police announced last week that they had received threats of plots against Baton Rouge police. On Sunday, a man identified as Gavin Long of Kansas City went on a shooting rampage on his 29th birthday that left two police officers and a sheriff's deputy dead, police sources said. Long, who was African-American, was a former Marine who spent time in Iraq and was discharged at the rank of sergeant in 2010, according to the U.S. military. Police officers who responded to Sunday's shootings killed Long in a gunbattle after the other officers were ambushed, police sources told CNN. The murder weapon was an AR-15 style semi-automatic rifle, law enforcement sources told CNN. Police have not officially released the names of the victims but one was identified by family members as Officer Montrell Jackson. Law officers Matthew Gerald and Brad Garafola were also killed, according to sources close to the department. That was corroborated with social media In this episode I will give you three ways we as God's people should respond as the church in America 1 avoid division 2 be devoted 3 create disciples

The killing by police of Alton Sterling in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and Philando Castile in St. Paul, Minnesota, 2) the sniper killing of five police in Dallas, 3) the FBI non-indictment of former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton after her repeated, FBI-acknowledged falsehoods and “extremely careless” handling of classified material,The events of last week show the moral condition of our country and the need for an Awakening in this episode Troy I will deal with morning for The Afflicted the misuse of authority and the Mandate for the anointed.

Reality television stars David and Tamela Mann’s was robbed earlier this week. Known for their hit show "Meet the Browns" and Tamela's booming gospel career, the couple was robbed while dining at a Red Lobster in Camp Creek near Atlanta, Georgia. Despite being heartbroken over the ordeal, they maintain that God will provide and are praying for the thieves. In a lengthy Facebook video post, the comedic duo explained in detail what happened to them. They hope that someone watching the video could help them find the culprits and also they want their fans and supporters to stay in prayer in this troubled world. David shared that his new backpack containing his brand new computer was stolen, along with a large bag of jewelry that belonged to Tamela, the couple's IDs, credit cards, passports, social security cards, medicine, valuables and more. As they walked into the Red Lobster to be seated, a woman ran into the restaurant and told them that someone was in the parking lot stealing their belongings from their car. David explained that he ran to the parking lot and saw the three men as they slipped into their runaway vehicle. He got so close to them that he even punched the car window. “It’s nothing but the grace of God because I was going to step in front of the car," David shared In this episode Troy will deal with the reasons to avoid steeling the routine and ways in which people steel and the remedy how to avoid stealing

DMX explains to The Breakfast Club that God has called him to be a pastor after he almost died from a drug overdose. In this episode Troy begins dealing with the parable of the sower and looks at the marks of the unregenerate person like DMX and others in the industry.

A new report circulating online says murdered singer and popular contestant on NBC's "The Voice," Christina Grimmie, might have been killed because of her Christian faith According to the Santa Monica Observer, Orlando Police are investigating Grimmie's death as a hate crime after examining cell phone and computer records of her killer, Kevin James Loibl, 27. Loibl shot Grimmie on Friday night as she signed autographs after a concert in Orlando, Florida. In this episode Troy looks after five different responses that Christians have toward various tragedies that happened in this country

With the recent passing of Mohammed Ali, several muscians and vocal artists-- including Usher, Paul McCartney and even the director of a Louisianna symphony orchestra-- have been posting ttibutes and words of rememberance. Clips and videos of people's favorite Ali moments have flooded social media. One particular video clip is especially noteworthy for all, even those who didnt follow the career of the famous boxer. In 1963, Mohammed Ali had some very convicting words to say about eternity. Listen in to today's episode to hear this impactful warning from Mohammed Ali, as compared with the one of the most important doctrines in the Bible, that of hell. This is a sobering message that you don't want to miss, especially if you have loved ones that aren't saved.

In a recent Instagram video post, Tyrese Gibson said the song "Oh My God" was stuck in his head. This song, from the new group, Clark Kent, features a "trap music" style and contemporary beats. In an agitated tone, Gibson asked all the "bloodwashed believers" to let him know "Is *this* Gospel music?" You know the American church is in trouble when Tyrese Gibson is the one to have to correct believers. And yet, this isn't the first time when the people of God have to receive correction from the mouths of the world. In this episode you'll hear about biblical instances when the righteous are corrected by the unrighteous and how this inevitably brings confusion. You don't want to miss this!

All good cowboys remember their cattle, right? Well, not the Naked Cowboy. Not when it comes to the Golden Calf of Exodus 22. At a recent Hillsong United Women's Conference, Colour Conference 2016, The Naked Cowboy made an appearance, stood center stage, gyrating and blowing kisses to the hoops and hollers of the onlooking crowd, and tot he shock of the public who later saw the leaked instagram footage. But what does this have to do with the Golden Calf? Listen in to this episode for an analysis of Hillsong's Women's Conference in light of a similar event in Scripture, when the people of God turned an event that ought to have been solemn, into on of sacrilege, and where the Lord responded with dreadful severity.