Beauty in the Struggle
As young black males, we were faced with crucial decisions for survival most days and there was certainly no shortage of opportunity to get involved in less than favorable activities. Other days were spent doing what was considered more “fun” an escape if you will, playing the sport that really changed my life and that I love dearly: Football. Practicing on a dirt field, it wasn’t uncommon to find a needle or two, we even spotted a dead body once then finished practice after the coroner left.
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The Truth About Money
I do tithe...but then again, I don’t. I feel like my work schedule (which is not an excuse) coincides with my ability to go to church more often. Like either I’m working of a Saturday night and I get off on Sunday morning, and I could go to church but I’m just too tired. Or when I’m due at work on a Sunday evening, I feel like I just want to rest up to prepare to work my shift. However, when I do go to church, I do tithes and offerings. I feel like when you’re a part of a church I think it’s important to support the growth of the church.
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