Published inWriters and Editors of Color Magazine·Aug 21, 2022Member-onlyRevisited — My Prayer in St. Patrick’s CathedralAn update on that prayer — It’s been almost two years since I wrote this piece. In it, I share how God answered my prayer for direction with my career, but it was in a way that was unexpected, unwelcome, unpleasant, and challenging. The answer to my prayer stretched me beyond my comfort. …Work2 min readWork2 min read
Published inAfroSapiophile·Jun 27, 2022Member-onlyThe Winding Spiritual Journey of Kendrick LamarA review of the spirituality in the artist’s discography — The autobiographical tales of Kendrick Lamar showcase the artist’s developing understanding of spirituality. The references he draws from change over time, but he consistently draws on spiritual themes. …Kendrick Lamar11 min readKendrick Lamar11 min read
Published inWriters and Editors of Color Magazine·May 10, 2022Member-onlyOn Jigsaws and GraduationMy graduation wasn’t a typical mountaintop experience. — Several months have passed since I have written on Medium. While away, I finished my graduate program and started a jigsaw puzzle. …Christianity3 min readChristianity3 min read
Published inILLUMINATION·Mar 21, 2021Member-onlyMore Thoughts Than AnswersA Word about the Spa Shootings in Atlanta — I am a Christian black man married to a Korean-American woman. I lived in Sanford, 10 minutes away from where Trayvon Martin was killed and every notion of America being past race was ripped to shreds for me back then. I live in Georgia now, and we are still stung…Christianity6 min readChristianity6 min read
Feb 16, 2021Thanks for the additional resources you linked in the article. Greatly appreciated!Thanks for the additional resources you linked in the article. Greatly appreciated!1 min read1 min read
Published inInterfaith Now·Feb 6, 2021Member-onlySoul on Soul“I enjoyed the film, but the conversation around it and its existential message are absolutely fascinating.” — Disney and Pixar released Soul, its first foray into featuring a black lead on December 25, 2020. This film follows the journey of Joe Gardner as he transitions from life on Earth to the realm of souls. The reception of the film from black Americans was varied, as black people…Christianity9 min readChristianity9 min read
Published inInterfaith Now·Jan 29, 2021Member-onlyOf Faith in Babylon“How do I love God and love others in Babylon?” — These are unprecedented times. Fortunately, there’s nothing new under the sun, and history tends to repeat itself. I heard this interesting question the other day: what is the goal of your interactions with those outside your faith community? Is it to judge them or to persuade them? The question is…Christianity6 min readChristianity6 min read
Published inInterfaith Now·Jan 25, 2021Member-onlyBluetiful.January 20, 2021. Inauguration Day. A wave of relief, optimism, and warmth washed over me. For 232 years, our republic has successfully transferred power from one administration to another. A renewed sense of gratitude surrounds this inauguration though. Its success stands as a triumph for many reasons, one no less…Christianity5 min readChristianity5 min read
Published inInterfaith Now·Jan 21, 2021Member-onlyRevisited — Repentance, Prophecy, and the 2020 ElectionA mass of Christian voices spoke of the coming re-election of President Trump. As a Christian, I value spiritual gifts. Growing up, I witnessed many ecstatic religious experiences kissed by the divine. There is seismic importance in prophecy, in the heart and mind of God proclaimed for His glory. …Christianity6 min readChristianity6 min read
Jan 16, 2021Member-onlyADISTrayvon’s death made a reality I didn’t want to grasp palpable. — Black Rock Trayvon Martin was shot and killed on February 26, 2012. That was the same day A Raisin in the Sun wrapped at Valencia College in Orlando. In Lorraine Hansberry’s famous work, I played Walter Lee Younger, a young man disgruntled by racism and life’s obstacles. …Christianity14 min readChristianity14 min read
