Oct 19th, 2020 Christ Representers Jonathan Reynolds sings a song called “Christ Representers.” It includes the following lyric: “We’re not your average boys and girls There’s something very special on our ID What I’m worth to the world It’s way bigger than me Cuz we are, Christ Representers!” Powerful lines, right? Over the last […]
Oct 16th, 2020 My Rib, My Love, My Eve Today is a special day. I want to divert from the topical flow that I have been engaging and celebrate and acknowledge my bride—Mrs. Bobbie Douglas. Today, our marriage enters its teens, as we celebrate 13 years of marital joy. I have been blessed with […]
The late Dr. Eva B. Dykes originally organized the Aeolians of Oakwood University in 1946. Since its inception, the choir has traveled widely, touching the hearts of both young and old with their inspirational singing. Subsequent conductors have included: Mrs. Joni Pierre-Louis, Mr. Harold Anthony, Dr. Jon Robertson, Dr. Alma M. Blackmon, Dr. John Dennison, […]
Oct 14th, 2020 Peace Under Duress Have you noticed lately that our human family is under duress? I see stressed faces now as I record today’s devotional in a busy airport with weather delays. So you may hear some background noise. This weekend, I wasn’t in a Baltimore hospital emergency room for more than […]
Oct 12th, 2020 Adopted Today I’m on a special mission. I’m actually writing today’s message on a flight as I travel to surprise and support my dad who is scheduled to have a medical check up. He doesn’t know I’m coming. I couldn’t think of a better way to spend a Father’s Day weekend. […]
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Oct 8th, 2020 “You’ll Never Walk Alone” Contrary to popular opinion of many in the United States, the real world sport is football and I’m not talking about the one with pig skin where I kicker is the only person who kicks the ball. I’m talking about the football where you primarily use your feet—aka […]
Dr. Ty-Ron Douglas is an Associate Professor in the Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis Department at the University of Missouri, Executive Director of So Amazing Life Today, Inc and lead (lay) pastor of Salt City Church. His research explores the intersections between identity, leadership, and education, with an emphasis on Black masculinity, spirituality, and community-based […]
Season 4 Ep.17 Thrive Alabama | Special Episode 2 Need pediatric care for your children? Worried about costs or other concerns? Our friends at Thrive Alabama have the answers you need on this episode of the Healthy Alabama Podcast. I’m David Person. Host of the Healthy Alabama Podcast. Catch every episode at wjou … dot […]
Dr. Carlton P. Byrd is currently the Senior Pastor of the Oakwood University Church on the campus of Oakwood University in Huntsville, AL, and the Speaker/Director of the Breath of Life Television Broadcast. Dr. Byrd is a graduate of Oakwood University in Huntsville, AL with dual degrees, a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Theology and […]