Nipsey Hussle, a Grammy-nominated rapper was killed Sunday afternoon, shot in broad daylight outside his store in South Los Angeles in a burst of gunfire that left two other people wounded, police said. Hussle, who was known as much for his work in the community as for his music, was hit multiple times about 3:20 p.m. in front of his store, the Marathon Clothing, at 3420 W. Slauson Ave., police said. He was rushed to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead. He was 33. Details remain scant, but a law enforcement source with knowledge of the investigation said Hussle was shot by a young man who opened fire at close range and then ran to a waiting getaway car. Based on initial information, the shooter is probably associated with a gang, the source said. Others said that while the suspect likely was in a gang, the dispute appeared to more personal in nature. On Tuesday, LAPD officials said the suspect, Eric Holder, 29, had a personal dispute with the rapper. In this episode Troy discusses the three lessons we can learn from Nipsey hussle's short life number one the vanity of life number two the violence of life three the verdict of our lives .

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What can we learn from the life of Nipsey Hussle?

It’s been 25 years since R. Kelly first had to answer for sexual abuse allegations. Two and a half decades of new reports, new witnesses, new testimonies, new windows into an age-old story of powerful men seizing the chance to play God while trampling countless women — girls — into the dirt. And yet, as a devastating new docuseries lays out in damning detail, Kelly has nonetheless found a way to evade the charges and any real consequences almost every time. In six hour-long chapters, Lifetime’s “Surviving R. Kelly” is perhaps the most comprehensive dive into the terrible, tangled history of allegations against the singer yet. The first two episodes dig into his childhood, in which he both was recognized as a musical prodigy and sexually abused himself and his unstoppable rise to stardom, and his relationship to Aaliyah, whom he met when she was just 12 years old. The third and fourth episodes detail the circumstances of the so-called “pee tape,” which allegedly showed Kelly having sex with and urinating on a 14 year-old girl, and the subsequent child pornography case that ended in a surprise acquittal. The final two episodes highlight the reports from the last several years that Kelly has isolated and groomed women and girls into a sex cult for his own pleasure. In Part One of this special series on R. Kelly, Troy will begin discussing R. Kelly’s success and his rise to fame, his secrets-- the things that were hidden from his fans--, and his sadism-- the abuse and sexual practices he did with underage girls. If you haven't seen the six-hour docu-series, Surviving R. Kelly, Troy will do his best to recap the series and also share what God's Word has to say on these issues.

The Success Secrets And Sadism Of R. Kelly PT 1

Grammy Award-winning gospel artist and actress Tamela Mann teamed up with her husband, NAACP Image Award-winning actor and comedian David Mann to release an album for believers who want to enjoy intimacy without tasteless lyrics. Titled Us Against the World, the album is a departure from Tamela’s staple gospel sound and celebrates their 30-year union using R&B grooves. "It was different for me, it was really different, even though I was happy to think about the man that I love [while singing],” Tamela told The Christian Post. “It made me even look at him differently, and in all honesty, we tested it out and it really worked." Produced by the couple and their son, David Mann, Jr., Tamela said her 30-year-old son pegged the album, "back in the day" music. They were so happy to be able to provide a project like this for the body of Christ. "Even though you knew we were talking about love, it wasn't nasty love music,” Tamela explained. Their first single, “Good Love,” highlights the couple's soulful harmonies and kicks off the 10-song musical collaboration. “Us Against the World” candidly chronicles the defining moments of David and Tamela’s long relationship. With the divorce rate being the same in the church as it is in the world, it is always encouraging when you see a couple that is seeking to stay together for the rest of their lives no matter what challenges they face. In this episode Troy looks at the lyrics of the 10 songs on David and Tamela s album Titled Us Against the World, I'm sure what he shares will be a blessing to you. . If you are married you don't want to Miss this episode. This is also special for Troy because today is his wedding anniversary with his lovely wife Adrienne.

My review of David and tamela mann's new album.

Recently, Lauren Daigle was interviewed on the Dominick Nati Show on iHeart radio. Eight minutes into the interview, after talking about criticism she's got for what she wears while singing worship songs, interviewer Dominick Nati said: "I hate to do this to you Lauren but I usually ask tough questions so is that alright if I ask just a couple of ones that are tougher and you can let me know if you wanna answer them? She replied: "Ok, cool." "Well, just 'cos we were talking about Ellen [DeGeneres] ...do you feel that homosexuality is a sin?" After a pause, she responded: "You know I can't honestly answer on that...I have too many people that I love that, they are homosexual, I don't know. I actually had a conversation with someone last night about it and I was like 'I can't say one way or the other, I'm not God'. So, when people ask questions like that that's what my go to is. I just say read the Bible and find out for yourself and when you find out let me know 'cos I'm learning too." With many celebrity Christians being confronted with the question of homosexuality and being afraid to give a Biblical answer for this question. in this episode Troy will deal with the compassion we should share with homosexuals the compromise we should avoid with homosexuals and the commission we've been given to reach homosexuals.. Every Christian should be prepared to answer this question You don't want to miss it

Why is Lauren Daigle not sure about homosexuality?

Darlene Zschech, who's written over 100 Christian worship songs including the popular contemporary hymn “Shout to The Lord,” details in a new book how she's made it through the hardest seasons in her life. In the book, The Golden Thread: Experiencing God’s Presence in Every Season of Life, Zschech talks about God's faithfulness as she and her family coped with the shocking reality of her cancer diagnosis after they left Hillsong Church to establish a church plant. The Australian singer and songwriter started her music career with Hillsong Church but left after a successful 25 years to pastor a ministry with her husband, Mark, in New South Wales called Hope Unlimited Church. Before Zschech was told by her doctor that she had cancer, her family was already processing what the journey ahead would be like for her grandson who had been diagnosed with autism. Zschech chronicles all the hurdles she faced in a chapter titled "The Wilderness," which she described as being the most difficult part of the book to write. “I think we all have wilderness [moments]," she said, reflecting on the year (2013) she first learned she had cancer. "We all have winters and they're actually necessary. Winter is necessary in the scope of seasons. A lot happens in a winter that can’t happen in a summer. Digging into the beauty of the wilderness — that was a hard chapter,” she added. We all face Wilderness experiences in this life .And cancer is probably one of the most difficult things in this life to deal with. Troy looks at the dreaded disease of cancer as he uses the bible and his knowledge of health and nutrition to talk about the curse of cancer the causes of cancer and the cure for cancer. If you know someone that is dealing with cancer , you should make sure they hear this broadcast.

Darlene Zschech discuss her battle with cancer in her new book

A portion of West’s TMZ interview that has not been highlighted much by the media was when he talked to Levin about his belief in God and the notion that love can conquer all. “Free love, it's the spirit," West explained to Levin when asked what is the root of everything the "Jesus Walk" emcee is trying to express. "If I say I love Dr. Jan Adams that performed my mother's final surgery, people don't accept forgiveness and love." West's mother died after having cosmetic surgery in 2007, which was performed by Adams. Levin admittedly said he doesn't believes people can love everyone. To which West looked at Levin and asked, "But does God want you to love everyone? Do you believe in God?" "If you start thinking about love and start feeling love and thinking about forgiveness, then you can overcome things," West said. "I think love conquers all. I know from the bottom of my soul, of my gut, of my spirit and my subconscious that love is the strongest force in the universe and right now we need love." In this episode we deal with the four kinds of Love mentioned in the Bible. Physical love, family love, friendship love, and Flawless love, you don't want to miss it.

Kanye West says love is the strongest force in the universe TMZ PT 2

On Tuesday afternoon Kanye will appear on TMZ Live with his new BFF, conservative pundit Candace Owens, but before that, he crashed their newsroom to hold his own impromptu town hall. Naturally, Kanye had many Kanye-isms to share, like just how much he loves Donald Trump (“that’s my boy!”), how wearing the MAGA hat was an act of free thought (“I felt a freedom in doing something that everybody tells you not to do”), and, for his grandest idea yet, why slavery was a choice. We’ll let him tell it: “When you hear about slavery for 400 years. For 400 years?! That sounds like a choice. You was there for 400 years and it’s all of y’all. It’s like we’re mentally in prison. I like the word ‘prison’ because ‘slavery’ goes too direct to the idea of blacks. Slavery is to blacks as the Holocaust is to Jews. Prison is something that unites as one race, blacks and whites, that we’re the human race.” Later, he addressed the newsroom and asked if they think he’s thinking freely. Van from TMZ, stands up and delivers the mic drop: “I actually don’t think you’re thinking anything.” A very passionate speech from Van, shouted across the room, ensues. The clip leaves us with Kanye apologetically walking over to his desk. With all the controversy surrounding Kanye West and his tweets and the things that he says, we will take a look at slavery in the Bible and the three reasons why individuals were made slaves in the Old Testament. 1 as prisoners of War 2 as payment for debt 3 as property for wicked people

Kanye West says slavery for 400 years was 'a choice’ PT 1

With all of the confusion controversy criticism and condemnation surrounding the arrest of two black men at a Starbucks coffee shop many are calling for a boycott of the company, the manager involved has been fired the police Chief has apologized and the CEO of Starbucks have stated that they will Implement some changes and schedule a day of training for all of their employees. But is this the solution to racism. In this episode Troy will play part a roundtable discussion that he had with Sean Isaacs his twin brother, Seiko Woods, and Rick a brother in Christ. You should have your bible as you listen

A biblical discussion regarding the arrest of two black men at Starbucks PT 1

While some of the Christian audience has accepted Snoop Dogg's recent gospel album, many have backlashed with rejection and suspicion. Encamped with the former, and upset with the latter, Rev. Creflo Dollar has jumped to Snoop Dogg's defense in a recent sermon. Rev Dollar called for a shift of focus on grace instead of sin. The sermon critiqued judgmental Christians who have forgotten the thief on the cross and even the Apostle Paul who was once a persecutor. Rev. Dollar brought up many Scriptures to hammer home his point. So is he right? Are Christians throwing Snoop Dogg under the bus unjustly? Troy will examine the Bible's view of Salvation, Service and Scrutiny. What does the Word of God say about judging someone's salvation, when a new Christian can serve, and if it's judgmental to scrutinize someone's behavior and character. Have you heard Rev. Dollar's sermon? What did you think of it?

Pastor Creflo Dollar says the Church should thank Snoop for his gospel album

DMX was recently sentenced to 365 days in prison for tax evasion. Now, a judge has ordered the “X Gon’ Give It To Ya” rapper to pay $2.3 million in restitution to the IRS. As reported by TMZ, the judge is allowing X — real name Earl Simmons — to pay the exorbitant amount in monthly installments. Two months after his release from prison, he will have to pay 10 percent of his gross monthly income every month until it’s paid off. In addition, X must participate in an outpatient substance abuse program and outpatient mental health program once he’s out. The 47-year-old New York native will reportedly serve out his time at Danbury Federal Correctional Facility. It’s the same low-security prison in Danbury, Connecticut that was the inspiration for the hit HBO show Orange Is The New Black. According to the Federal Bureau of Prisons website, X is currently being held at Metropolitan Correctional Center in New York City. In this episode Troy will look at Matthew 22 where the Pharisees and the herodians confronted the Lord to ask him what his View on paying taxes was. Troy we'll look at their motive their malleus and the Lord's mandate.

DMX is fine $2.3 million and one year in prison for tax evasion

Bible of Love is the 16th album and first-ever gospel project from legendary, award-winning artist and icon, Snoop Dogg, whose career spans more than 25 years. The album is also the first release from All The Time Entertainment, a label which Snoop launched to provide more opportunities for gospel music artists. Bible of Love features Snoop and individual performances from a diverse array of acclaimed artists spanning multiple generations. Snoop feels there is a need for people to be unified more now than ever and he and co-executive producer, Lonny Bereal, handpicked some of Snoop’s personal favorites from gospel and R&B including, B. Slade, Faith Evans, Rance Allen, The Clark Sisters and Tye Tribbett He has always been inspired by gospel music and created this double disc, 32-track collection to both showcase the genre and bring people together. In this episode Troy looks at 2nd Timothy chapter 3 verse 1 to 9 as he deals with the 18 characteristics of an individual that has a form of godliness. And applies it to Snoop the gospel industry and the individuals mentioned on this album. We will look at their affections their actions and their agenda please take a listen and let us know your thoughts

Snoop makes an album with Fred Hammond Tye Tribbett Mary Mary The Clark Sisters and many other gospel artist

Drake released a surprise two-song EP that featured the track "God's Plan." Shortly thereafter the Toronto rapper was spotted in different parts of Florida providing charitable support to locals in the area. As it turns out, Drake was filming those moments to be the epicenter of the visual for the track. The near $1 million budget for the video was used to help those in need. Drake paid for all the groceries of patron in the supermarket, gave scholarship money to a high school student, provided $10K shopping sprees for a few individuals, and supplied a homeless shelter with some funds to help contribute more to the community among other deeds. The pay it forward mentality got a lot of attention from people on the internet mostly praising Drake for using his platform for the positive. He would then unintentionally start the #GodsPlan challenge where people would share their good deeds with him, though he never wanted to start a hashtag but genuine help and support of people. TMZ caught up with Drake to ask him how it felt to give away the much money. "Man, it's one of the - exactly the best thing I've ever done in my life, to be honest," the 6 God replied. "For real." The reporter even asked how he would contemplate upstaging the gesture. "I don't know," he laughed. "Just keep helping." In this episode we will deal with the remedy for not giving 2 the reasons for giving 3 the rewards of giving and 4 the ruin of not giving

What can the church learn from Drake giving away a million dollars?

Nikolas Cruz, the troubled 19-year-old who has been charged with the premeditated murder of 17 people at his former high school in Parkland, Florida, told authorities that "demons" gave him instructions on how to commit one of the deadliest mass shootings in U.S. history. Investigators told ABC News that Cruz said he heard voices in his head described as demons as he gunned down his victims Wednesday at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School which he had attended from Jan. 13, 2016, to Feb. 8, 2017. In arrest records published by The New York Times, Cruz admitted to being the school shooter and said he entered the school campus armed with an AR-15 "and began shooting students that he saw in the hallways and on the school grounds." He said he also brought additional loaded magazines to the school which he kept hidden in a backpack until he began his attack.When the students started running after he began his attack, Cruz discarded the AR-15 and a vest with additional magazines to blend in with the crowd and eluded police until he was arrested without incident in the nearby Coral Springs neighborhood. While the world is trying to figure out why Nikolas would commit such atrocities on a school campus, Troy looks at Mark chapter 5 to discover the seven signs of a demon possessed individual. After listening ask yourself if Nikolas Cruz is indeed possessed by demons.

Music artist react to last week 's school shooting in Florida

Quincy Jones, music mogul and legend in the entertainment industry, has maintained steady fame for nearly six decades. And it no wonder he’s continually in the spotlight. Jones’ list of accomplishments is miles long. From the production of Michael Jackson’s top three albums, to the production of The Color Purple, to the score for The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Jones continues to stay contemporary and relevant in music and Hollywood. But these days Jones is in the news again, not for what he’s doing, but for what he’s saying. In numerous interviews, Jones has slighted and insulted the work variety of music artists, from Elvis to the Beatles, but most notably Taylor Swift. When he asked Jones about Taylor Swift, GQ interviewer Chris Heath described the look on Jones’ face as "somewhere between disapproval and disdain." Jones scornfully described Swift’s songs just “hooks.” Jones also said “knowing what you’re doing” and work ethic is what’s missing from Swift’s music. Of course, Swift fans are not pleased with Jones’ comments. But was Jones wrong to be pointing fingers at Taylor Swift? In this episode, Troy will share highlights from Quincy Jones’ GQ interview and break his commentary down into three categories: his successful career, his sinful conduct and his soul’s condition. What can we, as believers, learn from the life that Quincy Jones has lived?

Quincy Jones Insults Taylor Swift and Her Music

Beckah Shae, a Christian music artist, with a heart for the younger generation, and a songstress with her own original hits, also remakes popular secular songs that young folks are listening to... Shae has redone songs like Taylor Swift's Look What You Made Me Do and Ed Sheeran's Shape of You, with lyrics about the Lord, the truth of the Bible, the wicked works of our Adversary, etc. Most recently she has taken Havana by Camilla Cabello and turned it into Hosanna. Shae’s cover songs are going viral and she’s reaching new records for daily views on Youtube. But is her approach Biblical? Listeners chimed in on Facebook with answers to that question and their responses ranged from “Yes, as long as the lyrics are clean its harmless” to “No, what’s born of the flesh is flesh and what’s of the Spirit is Spirit” and everything in between. It’s generated quite debate. So in this episode Troy examines the Scriptures to see the Biblical view of music, its power, its purpose, and our partnerships in creating it. Be sure to listen in for this one and follow up episodes

Christian singer remakes Taylor Swift song to reach the world

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