News & Analysis
Faith-informed reporting and analysis on the news that matters to Black Christian women.
What’s their secret? African-American Christian couple marks 82 years of marriage
An African-American couple in North Carolina is grabbing headlines around the globe as they mark 82 years of marriage and milestone birthdays. D.W. Williams, 103, and Willie Williams, 100, have divulged details on their winning marital strategy—and you may just be shocked by how simple and straightforward it is.
Prayers Up: Mozambique recovers from cyclone, fights threat of cholera
After a devastating cyclone in Mozambique, a cholera outbreak has been declared in the regional city of Beira, many of whose half-million residents live in slums, and in a few outlying communities where scores of thousands of people now huddle in displacement camps with few toilets and little clean water.
Fighting Obesity: Tamela Mann becomes Weight Watchers’ newest celebrity ambassador
Obesity-related diseases are on the rise among African-American women, but Grammy-nominated gospel singer, Tamela Mann, is on a mission to reduce that negative trend by tackling obesity head-on. The songstress is the new celebrity ambassador for WW—the new Weight Watchers.
Taraji Henson talks Jussie Smollett, depression, anxiety, and faith in God
These are crazy times for the cast members of Fox’s hit show, “Empire,” ever since one of its stars, Jussie Smollett, filed a police report alleging a hate crime. Taraji P. Henson, known for her role as Cookie Lyon on the series, says she keeps things together through therapy, and faith in God.
Inspiration: How to be content in all seasons
On our own, we all struggle to be content, which is to remain in a state of peace and satisfaction. We constantly see reasons to be dissatisfied. But contentment is possible, through Christ. When you rest in Him all the circumstances of life don’t have to be perfect. Your joy is full when you remain in Him!
Aventer Gray praises woman who bashed NFL players for taking a knee and engaged in numerous affairs
Pastor Hope Carpenter received praise from Aventer Gray though she came under fire in 2017 for bashing NFL players for kneeling as a means of protesting the killing of unarmed black men. She also made headlines in 2014 for carrying on multiple extramarital affairs over a 10-year period.
Dr. Tony Evans requests prayer as wife Lois’s cancer returns
Megachurch pastor, Dr. Tony Evans, needs your prayers as his wife, Lois Evans, has just discovered a recurrence of cancer. The 70-year-old senior pastor of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship announced that her latest routine scan revealed that her rare gallbladder cancer had come back.
God is not pleased: Kim Burrell plants seeds of discord by pitting two singers against each other
Kim Burrell is rightfully celebrated as one of the most gifted Gospel vocalists in the world— a role model to other singers, in fact. But she recently set a bad example by openly criticizing one songstress to build up another. She said Le’Andria Johnson is a better songster than Fantasia Barrino.
Bishop T.D. Jakes receives high praise for greatly reducing recidivism rates through his T.O.R.I. program
Federal rates of recidivism—the tendency of a convicted criminal to reoffend—are high. But Dallas mega church pastor, Bishop T.D. Jakes, has found a formula to reduce those rates drastically through his Texas Offender Reentry Initiative (T.O.R.I.).
Jussie Smollett’s attorneys say all criminal charges dropped
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.”
Love like Jesus: Are you showing Christ-like compassion to the difficult-to-love?
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.
Podcast: Expect it to happen
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.
Devotion: Expect the unexpected
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!
Podcast: Be confident God will make a way
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!
Devotion: Don't let it steal your peace
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.
Podcast: This won’t shake your faith
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.
Devotion: How to have unshakeable faith
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.
Don’t let the glamorous look fool you: Wendy Williams reveals she is living in a ‘sober house’
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.”
Catfishing happens offline, too: Don’t assume he is who he says he is
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.”
The Church failed Le’Andria Johnson, an alcoholic, by using her gift despite her issues
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.