A Better Black Community

The money blacks spend outside of their community can be used to rebuild our neighborhoods, which leads to crime reduction, better schools for children and job training centers leading to full-time, gainful employment. There would be no projects, but affordable housing.

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) December 30, 2017

Murder In The Ghetto

Everytime murders happen in the ghetto and the police are investigating, it's always a crowd of blacks watching like they've never seen murder scenes before.

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) December 29, 2017

Christian Single Blog

My FB friends' blog website is titled Christian Single Blog. It's a blog that's dedicated to helping Christian singles remain pure despite the sexual pressure that's around them. Here's the website, take a look: Christian Single Blog

Thought For Today: Front Row Seat

Today's Thought: Hood Rules

It's because of these hood laws is why black neighborhoods are in the shape they're in, or better yet..gentrification is taking over.

The hood has a lot of ignorant laws & rules.

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) December 25, 2017

Thought For Today

Some of these Black Christians are so liberal minded it makes me 🤢. Then folks wonder why there’s no power in the Body Of Christ; You can’t tell an unbeliever from a believer anymore. But hey, do you.🤷🏾‍♂️

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) December 24, 2017

Porn & Christian Marriages

If a couple is Christian, why would they need porn, let alone sex toys in their marriage? I expect this thinking from secular people, but when I read a few responses from so-called believers, I shook my head.

Porn & Sex toys have NO BUSINESS in a Christian marriage.

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) December 24, 2017

Repentance

LaTonya Shar Magee:
"There are some sins you should NEVER have to repent from because they should NEVER be done!"

She told the absolute truth with this quote. For some people, repentance is pointless because you know they're not serious about turning from that transgression.

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) December 23, 2017

Lazy Congregation

Most church members want the benefits of corporate blessing, but they don't want to put in the work.

Doubt God Now?

Unity In The Black Community

I miss the days where blacks came together as one. When blacks came together, nothing could stop us as a people. We were ONE, and stood together. It's not like that anymore, which makes me sad because it's like blacks are out for self.

No Limits: Franklin Graham

Do you know the One who can see you through the storms of this life? We face storms of illness, grief, tragedy and more. Jesus cares. Jesus is there. He can speak peace to the winds and waves around us—and to our souls. His love and power have no limits.

— Franklin Graham (@Franklin_Graham) December 17, 2017

Competition In The Body Of Christ

The Body Of Christ should be the LAST place competition should exist, since all are working for the same goal: Leading people to Christ. With all these popcorn churches in black neighborhoods nationwide, it makes me wonder if the people have a heart for the lost or whether they're doing it for fame & fortune. I already know the answer, just wanted to post this throwback question from one of my FB friends:

Keep It Real Saturday

Obama supporters are like: 8 years and no controversy. If I flip-flopped on critical issues to please the majority and tried to be buddy-buddy with our enemies, I would have an 80% approval rating too. Only reason why Obama was popular is because he could be bought. #NotForDebate

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) December 16, 2017

Brothers, Hold Your Head Up

For My Brothers. Some may never say or show it, but black men aren't immune to insecurity. Brothers go through it just like anyone else. This is some encouragement for the brothers. I have to remind myself of this all the time.

Black men NEVER walk with your head down. ALWAYS walk with your head up and show the world that you will not be broken. You are the ORIGINAL man created in the image and likeness of the most high. The black man is GOD. Believe That!

— BLACK MAN (@BayAreaBro707) December 8, 2017

Let Go & Let God

One time for Monique for this awesome word. 

Churches Embracing Carnality

So many churches lose sight of this. Churches are called to stand apart.

As a church, embracing carnality is not how you remain relevant.

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) December 12, 2017

Today's Word

Monday Gospel: Your Business Is Everyone's Business

When you broadcast your business, others reserve the right to comment on your affairs. That goes double in the social media realm.

President Trump Recognizes Jerusalem as Israel's capital

I applaud Donald Trump for having the guts to recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital. Jerusalem has been Israel's capital for 3,000 years, since King David. Unlike past presidents, Trump followed through with making Jerusalem Israel's capital. He didn't have to consult his advisors and world leaders, he did it because it was the right thing to do.

Trump sticks it to Obama again. Now can we please put this talk of splitting Israel into two states to rest? https://t.co/87K1UoA0Fp

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) December 7, 2017

It's already started. So much for being the religion of peace.

I’m waiting for the Muslims to once again demonstrate why it’s not the religion of peace. #AmericaStandsWithIsrael#Jerusalem

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) December 7, 2017

Hamas has tried Israel for years and when Israel fights back, everyone gets in their feelings. Israel has my support to blow Hamas off the map, and everyone else who wants to ride with them (Hamas).

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) December 9, 2017

Today's Message: An Excuse To Fornicate

It’s bogus for some Christians to say they need to know the sexual chemistry of a prospective marriage partner. That tells me that some Christians aren’t interested in following God’s will.

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) December 8, 2017

Thursday Thought: Men Don't Want To Marry Their Mothers

If a man marries someone like his mother, he'll cheat on her with someone like his girlfriend because men never want to marry their mothers.

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) December 6, 2017

Dating With Benefits

If you’re giving marriage benefits to someone you’re dating, what do you have to look forward to in marriage? Nothing.

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) December 6, 2017

Get Moving

Once you pray for something, get moving.

Knowing What You Want

I wish I would compete with other men for a desired woman. That's what separates me from other men; I don't compete for a woman because I have tunnel vision, meaning If I see someone I want, I go in. The other prospects won't matter because I would see something in the one woman I'm checking for, that I don't see in the others.

Bucket List

Everyone talks about a bucket list, where there's a list of things they want to do before they die. Israel is on my bucket list. I'd love to go where Jesus spent time at, from the Jordan River to the spot where he was crucified at. I'd always remember that.

I’d love to visit Israel one day. Going where Jesus went would be like walking with him.😎

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) December 3, 2017

Dr. Larry Robinson Is FAMU's 12th President

What is it with HBCU's and their frequent presidential changes? I swear HBCU's change presidents like some of you should change clothes, which is every day.

I would congratulate Dr. Robinson on being FAMU's 12th president, but I don't see him lasting longer than a year at FAMU. Lord knows FAMU goes through presidents like water.

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) December 2, 2017