April 1, 2019
The Holy Spirit is God’s deposit in you that you are His child. That is His gift to you. You now have the advantage and the […]
March 31, 2019
Faith is the formula for success. 10 steps are good but it doesn’t solve problems instantly. With faith, you must have something to believe in bigger […]
March 31, 2019
Sometimes or even most of the times, your will is in conflict with God’s will. I know mine is. My will says go left and God’s […]
March 28, 2019
Mountains are obstacles that are difficult to maneuver. Sometimes you have to go over it, around it or even through it to get to the other […]
March 18, 2019
Sometimes your obedience is someone else disobedience. This is what happened to Joseph in Genesis 40 – 41. When he solved Pharaoh’s dream and told the […]
January 15, 2019
Worrying does not add a single second to your life? I have come to learn that worrying makes us feel good for a momentary second. It […]
January 7, 2019
Though it may look bleak and defeat is surely certain, give it one more try. David had an insurmountable trial against the lion in the den. […]
December 31, 2018
Today’s world says being strong is an attribute of a successful person. Strength is a relative term in the eye of the beholder. When a person […]
November 19, 2018
November 12, 2018
The word success is a word that has multiple meanings in the eye of the beholder. Success can mean having a great job in the corner […]
November 6, 2018
Stress is prevalent in everyone’s life. Stress comes in different forms and it leads us away from our dependence on God and moves the focus to […]
November 3, 2018
Waiting on God is hard. Sometimes you think He is not listening. He is listening for every prayer, every declaration and every cry. But He is […]
November 3, 2018
Divine connections are God’s way to let you know that He has your back. Those connections are for your destiny. Understand that orchestration of divine connection […]
November 3, 2018
But God is an interjection in your problem. When you are facing trouble with bills and no one can help, there is a But God. He […]
October 16, 2018
The area where most employees get sucked in is time. I am not talking about time management even though we should. I am talking about whether […]
October 9, 2018
Which one are you? Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, penned this from sitting in jail fitting for justice. I ask the same question – which […]
October 2, 2018
The best way to develop your brand is to do great work. Developing your brand is understanding who you are, what you want and where you […]
September 28, 2018
Encouragement to fellow coworkers is paramount to become successful in your career. Your coworkers are your biggest defenders of you. Your boss sees one side […]
September 28, 2018
Sometimes or even most of the times, your will is in conflict with God’s will. I know mine is. My will says go left and God’s […]
September 21, 2018
The only one that can get unstuck is you. When that happens God is going to do the rest. It is like walking with one foot […]
September 14, 2018
Like a divine connection, God’s favor is following you. When you accept Him and the plan for your life, blessings will follow your steps. God works […]
September 7, 2018
Divine connections are God’s way to let you know that He has your back. Those connections are for your destiny. Understand that orchestration of divine connection […]
August 28, 2018
Prayer is like farming. It is the sowing of your thoughts, declarations and petitions to God. Once it is sown, faith comes next to water it. […]
August 21, 2018
Not giving denies the very existence of living your purpose on earth. Winston Churchill wrote, “We make a living by what we get. We make a […]
August 14, 2018
Your entire life is dependent on the decisions that you make and the time that you take to complete them. You must make the most of […]
August 7, 2018
The ant is one of the smallest creatures on earth. Their bodies are not built for carrying food. Ants survive by building up their storehouse of […]
July 31, 2018
With the victory being won, you don’t have to struggle anymore. God has graced us with the presence of someone who will walk with you every […]
July 17, 2018
The new attitude of walking in the Spirit is like the poem by Robert Frost, The Road Not Taken basically describes the road in which one will […]
July 10, 2018
Understand the change we are talking about is a decision of the mindset which can combat the carnal flesh and desires that we have. It is […]
July 3, 2018
With the victory being won, you don’t have to struggle anymore. God has graced us with the presence of someone who will walk with you every […]
June 16, 2018
Fathers, your relationship with your daughter grows stronger through life experiences. Daughters desire protection from a father. They want comfort only a father can give them. […]
June 16, 2018
Fathers, teach your son how to become a man. Praise him when he’s right and correct him when he’s wrong. A son’s view of manhood is […]
June 16, 2018
W.E.B. Dubois says a child learns from what you are more than what you teach. Children are like sponges. They see their father as a role […]
June 3, 2018
It’s hard to let go of something that you had for a long time. It becomes your baby as you nurture and care for it. But […]
June 3, 2018
Without faith, there is no hope. Faith and hope intersect at a point. When faith collides with hope, then the reality of what one believes in […]
June 3, 2018
Sometimes we don’t necessarily see the work that God has already done in the back ground. I sometimes think He is not doing what we asked. […]
May 25, 2018
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May 24, 2018
Have you ever tried to resurrect time? Resurrecting time is harder than catching a fly. Once it’s gone, it’s gone. You can never get it back. […]
May 23, 2018
Failing is ok. It keeps you grounded but you must be determine not to do it again. It’s not ok not to succeed; there must be […]
May 16, 2018
Life is a series of ups and downs. Its full of mountains that must be crossed. There are mountains of finance, mountains of strained and broken […]
May 7, 2018
Hostile Takeover – Manifesting God’s Plan and Purpose for your Finances
April 29, 2018
As life continues, I know for sure that people offend me. Those offenses may harbor grudges and disrespect. I have realized that unforgiveness does and can […]
April 29, 2018
I am reminded each day to do the best with what I have. Though people may ask us to do the impossible, God will take my […]
April 18, 2018
God is not through with you. His plan is far more than what you see. This is called faith – believing in something that you can’t […]
April 17, 2018
Are you tired of the same thing over and over again? Are you wishing that things would change in a split second? Is your faith stale […]
April 2, 2018
I am writing this to tell you there is more life left. As I experience change and instability about the future, I know for sure that […]
April 1, 2018
Have you ever tried to have faith as tiny as a mustard seed? It’s hard because when you get something in your mind it starts out […]
March 20, 2018
Marriage is a partnership between two people from different backgrounds that have had different values and experiences.
March 17, 2018
Investing is a spiritual principle. Ecclesiastes 11:1-2, 5 tells us, “Cast thy bread upon the waters: for thou shalt find it after many days: Give a […]
March 17, 2018
Giving Tithe & Offering Genesis 14:18-24 Directed to who Leviticus 27:30 Promise from God Malachi 3:10 -11 Must be given with a willing heart Exodus 35:21-29 […]
March 17, 2018
Budgeting Write the Vision – Habakuk 2:2 Count the cost – Luke 14:28 Fiscal Discipline Spouses must communicate about finances Live within your means Avoid speculation […]
March 17, 2018
Psalm 24:1 declares that,“The earth is the Lord’s and the fullness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein.” Everything we have on this earth is […]
February 17, 2018
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February 17, 2018
You have 24 hours, 1440 minutes, or 86,400 seconds in a day – what do you do with your time? Do you find yourself spending time […]
February 17, 2018
I know that if you read books, it states there is good debt and bad debt. Let me say this – Debt can be the enemy […]
February 17, 2018
In the past month, the stock market has been volatile due to several factors. Those factors are based upon the investor’s psychological fears of Ebola, world […]
February 17, 2018
Many parents have struggled for years to understand this answer. There is one principle that you can teach your kids. It is called GSS principle. Teach […]
February 10, 2018
Pray that God guides your thoughts in selecting the correct mutual funds. There are many choices; too many to count! Target a particular investment class. Review […]
February 6, 2018
And when ye stand praying, forgive, if ye have ought against any: that your Father also which is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses (Mark […]
February 6, 2018
The ant is one of the smallest creatures on earth. Ants survive by building up their storehouse of food daily. It’s the same with our goals.
February 6, 2018
Investing like an ant is a concept that we may need to take to heart. There is no ultimate investment. Investments are comprised of different categories. Investing is a process of having a continuous, long-term focus.
February 6, 2018
Many times prayer is utilized in where we are defenseless or at our wits end. For some, prayer is looked upon as the last resort because […]
February 3, 2018
Compile a list of all your debts from the smallest to the largest in value so you can determine what can be paid off quickest. Cut […]
January 30, 2018
Whether we like it or not, we live in a world of branding. From Coca-Cola, McDonald’s, iPhones, Jay Z and Beyoncé, everyone has a brand. Some brands are […]
December 21, 2017
Mountains are a journey through life. A mountain builds character, humility, and brings us to our purpose. It has a definite starting and stopping point. Getting […]
December 20, 2017
Audio from “Man – Transforming our families, our communities, and our world”
December 20, 2017
Excerpts from “Man” Motivation is different for every man. Some are motivated by fame and fortune. Some are motivated by their job. Others are motivated by […]
November 25, 2017
Work your budget first with the “Need” in mind. The need is a necessary expense for living (food, clothing, shelter, insurances expenses, and emergency fund/savings). The […]
November 18, 2017
Most people change their life by their appearance or by their careers or even through a spiritual conversion. All of this is good if there is […]
November 12, 2017
Truth 1 – Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness is the manifestation of personal revelation and true application of time management The fact that we […]
November 10, 2017
Truth 1 – Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness is the manifestation of personal revelation and true application of time management. Truth 2 – God […]
November 6, 2017
Step 1 Establish a budget. Capture all of your income and expenses. Step 2 Establish weekly giving of your tithe and offerings through your local church. […]
November 5, 2017
Proverbs 13:22 says, “A good man leaveth an inheritance to his children’s children…” Good man is defined in this scripture as someone who is agreeable, pleasant, […]
November 1, 2017
The ant is one of the smallest creatures on earth. Ants survive by building up their storehouse of food daily. It’s the same with our goals.
October 29, 2017
1. Write the vision on paper 2. Breakup in small pieces 3. Study it 4. Execute
October 28, 2017
Man was not developed from some sophisticated animal system. Man came from the ground and is a living soul. Then the LORD God formed a man […]
June 1, 2017
A good name is more desirable than great riches (Proverbs 22:1) Your name is all you have. Your name not only speaks volumes about you, but […]
May 29, 2017
Your life on earth is to accomplish the mission that God has given you. You are on earth for ministry. Ministry means serve people through a […]
May 29, 2017
Share these ideas with your children. Learning these traits will help them now than later. Don’t procrastinate (do them now) Don’t be afraid to say no […]
May 5, 2017
How would you save $200 in this scenario? Hint eliminate the noise and control your input.
March 21, 2017
Motivation is different for every man. Some are motivated by fame and fortune. Some are motivated by their job. Others are motivated by their family. Each […]
March 20, 2017
Living life with stress is not good for the mind, body or soul. Damage can be done to our bodies when stress is present. The Mayo […]
March 19, 2017
Many parents have struggled for years to understand this answer. There is one principle that you can teach your kids. It is called GSS principle. Teach […]
March 19, 2017
Proverbs 22:1 says, A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed is better than silver or gold. What does your name represent? […]
March 15, 2017
We have this saying in our house, “please forgive me for offending you”. Forgiveness is a two way street. There is acknowledgment that you have offended […]
March 15, 2017
We have seen the decline of manhood in our culture for many years, even decades. Whether it was our own fault, men have not effectively presented a positive […]
November 1, 2016
Strategically plan your time. Strategically planning your activities enables you to establish timelines and milestones while also prioritizing. It helps you focus on activities that you […]
October 12, 2016
Congratulations graduates and parents, you have made it! High school graduation is a breaking away of adolescence and entering into the adult phase of life. Your […]
October 10, 2016
You have 24 hours, 1440 minutes, or 86,400 seconds in a day – what do you do with your time? Do you find yourself spending time […]
October 9, 2016
You are on earth for ministry. Your life on earth is to accomplish the mission that God has given you. The word ministry is usually reserved […]
October 9, 2016
Truth 8 – You are on earth for ministry. Your life on earth is to accomplish the mission that God has given you. The word ministry […]
October 9, 2016
Truth 7 – God loved you so much that his son, Jesus, died on the cross for you. God’s love is not conditional. He loves you […]
October 9, 2016
Truth 6 – Receiving eternal life is timeless. For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in […]
October 9, 2016
Truth 5 – God knew your success before you were born. For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of […]
October 7, 2016
Children learn more from what you are than what you teach – W.E.B. Du Bois. For any number of reasons, a child mimics his or her […]
October 6, 2016
Truth 4 – Your time on earth is limited. Your effectiveness in what you do on earth is measured by what you do not manifest. As […]
October 6, 2016
Truth 3 – God made man accountable for his time on earth. Let’s go back to the sixth day; God placed man on earth to be […]
October 6, 2016
Truth 2 – God owns all time. He is the Father of time. God has designed time to be productive. God has designed time to be […]
October 6, 2016
Truth 1 – Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness is the manifestation of personal revelation and true application of time management. The fact that we […]
October 4, 2016
The most important lesson that Jesus gave his followers was this: And you must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, […]
October 4, 2016
1) What are your core values? 2) How do you know you’re marrying the individual who was intended for you? 3) Do you like […]
October 4, 2016
It is important that couples establish a strong friendship and get familiar with each other’s core value system during the dating phase. It is essential that […]
October 4, 2016
Every couple must understand the foundation of marriage and discover the manual (Bible) that was provided for the union of marriage. This manual was created by […]
October 4, 2016
Many parents have made this statement to our children over and over again hoping that it would sink in. Parenthood seems to be centered on our […]
September 29, 2016
Man was not developed from some sophisticated animal system. Man came from the ground and is a living soul. Then the LORD God formed a man […]
May 20, 2016
May 9, 2015
When asked to describe significant regrets in their lives, more than eight out of ten people focused on actions they did not take rather than actions […]
May 6, 2015
In the past month, the stock market has been volatile due to several factors. Those factors are based upon the investor’s psychological fears of Ebola, world […]
February 3, 2014
I know that if you read books, it states there is good debt and bad debt. Let me say this – Debt can be the enemy […]
January 21, 2014
Having a financial goal is in the top 3 of all goals behind personal development and weight loss. Everyone wants to make more money, spend less, […]
January 5, 2014
As we age, life becomes demanding. What previously worked in other situations rarely works. New concepts and approaches yield obscure results. Life obstacles come and go. […]
December 23, 2013
The holiday season is here. The hustle and bustle of holiday shopping draws us to a frantic pace with sales at every turn of the corner. […]
December 20, 2013
Marriages are strengthened in the trenches. Forgiveness, Finances, Face to Face, and Fulfillment are part of the process. Having a strong marriage takes work, takes, commitment, […]
December 10, 2013
Children learn more from what you are than what you teach – W.E.B. Du Bois. For any number of reasons, a child mimics his or her […]
November 25, 2013
The average American card holder carries more than six credit cards and has a household debt of more than $10,000. Popular financial books and financial companies […]
November 10, 2013
You have 24 hours, 1440 minutes, or 86,400 seconds in a day – what do you do with your time? Do you find yourself spending time […]
October 14, 2013
Many parents have made this statement to our children over and over again hoping that it would sink in. Parenthood seems to be centered on our […]
June 6, 2013
I am assumed your investments experienced at least a double digit decrease from the last economic downturn (recession) if you were in the market. Now, the […]
June 6, 2013
Congratulations graduates and parents, you have made it! High school graduation is a breaking away of adolescence and entering into the adult phase of life. Your […]
January 22, 2013
It is important to have a vision. We have vision for our careers, our families, and our personal growth. What about having a vision for your […]
January 22, 2013
Luke 6:38 – Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your […]
January 22, 2013
The holiday season is here. The hustle and bustle of holiday shopping can draw us to a frantic pace with sales at every turn of the […]
January 22, 2013
We are nearing the end of the year where the forecasters have said that the fiscal cliff will impact everyone. Well, what does that mean to […]
September 10, 2012
Many have been concerned about the future – the next election, the economy, and whether they will have a job at the end of the year. […]
September 10, 2012
We have heard the slogan that we don’t have enough time in the day. Is this true? Yes, if I were to lie to myself. On […]
September 10, 2012
Here we are again with a New Year, new mind set, and new resolutions. Coming in a new year is great because it eliminates the old […]
September 10, 2012
Today we deal with why the Bible so strongly discusses taxes and why tax refunds may not be the best thing for a person. Question – […]
April 7, 2012
Happy New Year! Here we are again picking up where we left off in 2011. Last year was either a banner or bust year for finances. […]
April 7, 2012
John 5:6 When Jesus saw him lying there, and knew that he already had been in that condition a long time, He said to him, “Do […]
April 7, 2012
Two things are guaranteed in life—taxes and death. One of the most difficult challenges for families to handle is the death of a loved one. There […]
December 10, 2011
The last principle of the financial takeover series that we will discuss is investing. As we have seen in the past year, the stock market has […]
November 12, 2011
First it was stewardship, second it was budgeting. The third principle in the financial takeover series is giving. The concept of giving has been given a […]
October 22, 2011
Most people change their life by their appearance or by their careers or even through a spiritual conversion. All of this is good if there is […]
September 10, 2011
Excerpts from Hostile Takeover – Manifesting God’s Plan and Purpose for Your Finances Psalm 24:1 declares that, “The earth is the Lord’s and the fullness thereof; […]
August 24, 2011
I know the subject of taxes is on every ones mind after the debt ceiling debate. According to the scripture from Romans 13: 1-7, we should […]
August 19, 2011
We have seen over the past month, The Great Debt Ceiling Debate. No matter how you look at it; whether you are for or against it, you have to admit there were some pretty interesting discussion. I do believe that we are truly educated about the United States debt ceiling. Let me ask you a question. Can you raise your own debt ceiling anytime you like?
July 22, 2011
The meaning of sacrifice is to surrender of something prized or desirable for the sake of something considered as having a higher or more pressing claim. […]
June 22, 2011
Finance is a tool that should benefit you. When the tool is used, it does wonderful things for your life. If you allow it to master […]
June 16, 2011
Finance is a tool that should benefit you. When the tool is used correctly, it does wonderful things for your life. If you allow it to […]
May 17, 2011
Finance is a tool that will benefit you. When the tool is used, it does wonderful things. If you allow it to master you, it will […]
May 5, 2011
Finance is a tool that should benefit you. When the tool is used, it does wonderful things for your life. If you allow it to master […]
April 22, 2011
Finance is a tool that should benefit you. When the tool is used, it does wonderful things for your life. If you allow it to master you, it will bring pain, frustration, and disappointment. Mastering the tool of finances will bring you into the abundant life that God has prepared for you. Here are some questions from readers about kids and money, investments, and the “D” word – debt.
April 13, 2011
So what, no one should care. As long as no individuals holds it over that other person, it does not matter. The husband and the wife […]
April 13, 2011
One of the major factors in divorce is communication not money. Once you stop communicating, every things else falls including money. Having separate personal checking accounts with […]
March 27, 2011
This column is not intended to degrade any political party or to seek benefit for any entity. It is intended to show the original intent of […]
March 27, 2011
I know that if you read books, it states there is good debt and bad debt. Let me say this – Debt can be the enemy […]
March 27, 2011
About now many are getting their tax returns. The key question for these individuals – what should I do with my return? This has baffled many […]
March 3, 2011
John 5:6 When Jesus saw the man and realized that he had been crippled for a long time, he asked him, “Do you want to be […]
February 17, 2011
Have you heard the latest news that credit card debt has doubled from the past couple of years in looking at the latest economic numbers? Could […]
February 14, 2011
Excerpts from Hostile Takeover – Manifesting God’s Plan and Purpose for Your Finances Psalm 24:1 declares that, “The earth is the Lord’s and the fullness thereof; […]
February 14, 2011
Have you heard the latest news that credit card debt has doubled from the past couple of years? Could it be that most people feel more […]
February 1, 2011
John 11:11-14 Then he said, “Our friend Lazarus has fallen asleep, but now I will go and wake him up.” The disciples said, “Lord, if he […]
December 27, 2010
What can we learned from Aesop’s Fable – Tortoise and Hare? We learn patience, planning, vision, and consistency are all keys to success not only in […]
December 14, 2010
Are you at a position of strength and power with your finances? Are you leveraging what you have? Having money is not about spending? It is […]
November 7, 2010
Many times prayer is utilized in where we are defenseless or at our wits end. For some, prayer is looked upon as the last resort because […]
October 27, 2010
The economic downturn has hit us hard in many ways more than one. There are job losses, foreclosures, and piles of debt that many people were […]
October 27, 2010
Give – Acts 20:35 I have shown you in every way, by laboring like this, that you must support the weak. And remember the words of […]
October 22, 2010
At the end of the day you want to ensure that your income is greater than your expenses. You have to start thinking like a corporation. A […]
October 22, 2010
1. Establish a budget – this is the key to winning the battle. You will find more money by just creating a budget. Proverbs 27:23 2. […]
October 15, 2010
Mastering your money is a God given right. Cedric’s new book, Hostile Takeover – Manifesting God’s Plan and Purpose for Your Finances, enables you to learn the timeless biblical principles […]
October 9, 2010
Excerpts taking from Hostile Takeover – Manifetsing God’s Plan and Purpose for Your Finances 1. Compile a list of all your debts from the smallest […]
October 9, 2010
The one thing about finance that we don’t discuss consistently in which we should is stewardship. Before we talk about saving, spending and investing, we have […]
September 25, 2010
Many Americans are hurting due to the economic downturn in our economy. The blame can be given to the person who owns the debt or the persons who loaned them the money
September 17, 2010
Malachi 3:10 Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. Test me in this,” says the LORD Almighty, “and […]
September 16, 2010
Proverbs 6:6-11: Take a lesson from the ants, you lazybones. Learn from their ways and become wise! Though they have no prince or governor or ruler to make […]
September 15, 2010
The Distribution of Wealth Will Solve America’s Problem
September 9, 2010
Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ […]
September 8, 2010
Blessed is the man that heareth me, watching daily at my gates, waiting at the posts of my doors (Proverbs 8:34). There are times in our […]
August 30, 2010
“Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you […]
August 21, 2010
Most people get stuck looking in the natural realm and never experience God and all of his benefits.
August 21, 2010
A promise is a commitment by someone to do or not to do something. It can be also enforced by a legally binding contract. Promises are […]
August 8, 2010
It is not often that we need more money; it is our ability to handle what is in our hands. We have to work with the rock in our hands.
August 7, 2010
At no time in our recent history has the economic situation both in the United States and the international community been in such crisis. Families everywhere […]
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