Attorneys for “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett said Tuesday that charges alleging he lied to police about a racist and homophobic attack have been dropped. Smollett attorneys Tina Glandian and Patricia Brown Holmes said in a statement that Smollett’s record “has been wiped clean.”

When we think of love, we think of Hallmark cards, chocolates, flowers, hugs and kisses, and sweet moments shared with those we cherish. But when the Bible speaks of love, a different picture emerges that includes loving the difficult-to-love and being kind to those who are not kind to you.

In today’s inspiration, Dianna Hobbs says, God’s word never fails. Increase your level of expectancy. Believe His promises will to come to pass. Stand firmly upon the word of God which never fails. Whatever it is you need God to do in your life, He’s more than able to do it. Listen and be blessed.

In today’s inspiration, Dianna Hobbs says, don’t try to figure God out, just let Him work it out. Be assured that the way He does things will be a blessing to your life. Instead of trying to predict the outcome, expect the unexpected, and trust His sovereignty. There is an unanticipated harvest waiting for you. Good things are coming!

In today’s inspiration, Dianna Hobbs is building your confidence and assuring you that God, the way-maker, is making a way just for you! In seasons of life when you lack answers to pressing questions, your confidence can suffer. That’s where your faith comes in. Trust in the Lord! 

Life and all its issues will give you plenty of opportunities to worry, be stressed out, and get sucked into drama. But there is a way to avoid having your life thrown into chaos and maintain your peace through whatever circumstances you’re facing. Read this inspiration to see how.

You can’t stop the storms of life from shaking up your world, but as long as you are rooted in God’s word, whatever comes your way, will not shake your faith. When you believe in and stand upon God’s unfailing, unshakeable promises, you won’t be defeated.

The storms of life may rage. Winds might blow. Troubling rains may pour.Tough challenges will arise. Despite all that, when your foundation is sure, you will withstand the storm and be victorious. When your faith is anchored in the word of God, it is unshakeable.

The old saying goes, never judge a book by its cover—a lesson talk show host, Wendy Williams, is reminding everyone of today. The 54-year-old says her glamorous appearance kept everyone fooled, tearfully revealing that she is currently living in a “sober house.”

Who says catfishing can only happen on the Internet? Without taking great care, you can be tricked and lured in by someone you see face-to-face without even realizing it. Scripture says some will “come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves.”

Back in the old days, professing Christians serving in ministry that publicly sinned were “sat down,” meaning they were relieved of duties for a period of time to get themselves together. Gospel singer Le’Andria Johnson might have benefited from such a practice.

Two different stories have emerged in connection to Pastor John Gray’s cheating scandal. He said on daytime talk show, “The Real,” that his affair was only “emotional” and not sexual, but a woman who identifies herself as his former mistress says the two had a consensual sexual relationship.

According to Proverbs 2:11, discretion is a good thing. The Bible says it protects and guards you. But many people overshare daily and get hurt in the process. As a rule of thumb, do not disclose too much about yourself – especially when dealing with individuals you don’t know very well.

Christian actress Yvonne Orji may play a sexually promiscuous attorney on television, but she is committed to honoring her Christian faith through abstinence—something that made her recent breakup easier. Also, the fact that she knows “how God works'“ is bringing her comfort, too.

Do you believe in miracles? What about second chances?  Matthew Charles certainly does. In less than one month, he went from a jail cell to the State of the Union Address. That road to Washington, DC, however, includes a criminal past that started in Tennessee. Watch his story.

Recently, controversial leader John Gray faced major backlash after his cheating scandal and lavish spending went viral. Yet, at least one high-profile supporter remains loyal: R&B singer, Tyrese Gibson. The two men were seen together in an Instagram video Monday, March 4.

You can go through so many things in life that you feel devalued, overlooked, and unloved. But God treasures you. You are His prize. That’s why He is going to show you favor throughout and shower you with blessings, so that others will know you are favored of the Lord!

What you hope and believe for doesn’t always seem possible, but your faith unlocks the door. God will send confirmation and His plan will be revealed. So stay firmly rooted in faith. Don’t let negative circumstances uproot you. Remain anchored in God’s word!

A man charged with killing his wife after blaming her death on a Baltimore panhandler is being held without bail in Texas. A Sheriff’s Office spokesman said 52-year-old Keith Smith and his 28-year-old daughter, Valeria Smith, were arraigned Monday and agreed to be extradited.