Before You Count Him Out — Try Jesus for Yourself
There’s a viral video clip circulating of Toni Braxton speaking to her sister about the Bible, sparking debates, discussions, and strong opinions across social media platforms. And while everyone is certainly entitled to their own beliefs, I feel moved to share my personal truth, not as a theologian or a preacher, but as someone who has experienced the power of calling on the name of Jesus. Let me be clear: Jesus is my Lord and Savior. This declaration isn’t rooted in what I’ve read alone. It’s grounded in what I’ve lived. It’s rooted in late nights when my back was up against the wall and there was no one— no one —I could call to save me from the mess I was in. I wasn’t looking for a performance. I wasn’t looking for religion. I needed a Savior. And when I cried out, He answered. I’ve tested God—just like the scriptures allow—especially in my finances. One of my greatest testimonies is tithing 20% of my income when I was only making $7.25 an hour. Logically, it d...