Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Jamal Bryant.

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

To inspire and educate listeners—especially within the African-American community—on faith, financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and community empowerment. Dr. Bryant shares his personal journey, leadership philosophy, and insights on how the church can be a catalyst for economic and social change.

🗝️ Key Takeaways 1. Faith Beyond the Four Walls

• COVID-19 Impact: The pandemic forced churches to redefine their role beyond physical buildings.
• Quote: “Covid was the best thing that ever happened to the church… it made us move outside of the four walls.”

2. Technological Adaptation

• Many churches failed during the pandemic due to lack of tech-savviness.
• Dr. Bryant’s church thrived by embracing online services and digital giving.

3. Economic Empowerment

• The Black church must teach financial literacy, not just ask for tithes.
• Quote: “We ask people for 10%, but never show people how to multiply the 90.”

4. Debt Reduction & Stewardship

• Dr. Bryant inherited a church in financial distress and reduced debt through strategic stewardship and refinancing.
• No corporate donations were involved—just community trust and financial discipline.

5. Black Wealth & Spending Habits

• Black dollars circulate far less than other communities.
• Quote: “In the Black community, cash stays just 30 minutes before we hand it over.”

6. HBCU Advocacy

• Dr. Bryant champions Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) for their role in producing Black professionals.
• Quote: “HBCUs graduate more Black doctors, lawyers, and engineers than any other institutions.”

7. Financial Literacy & Credit

• Emphasizes the need for understanding credit, savings, and investment.
• Introduced the “10-10-80” rule: Save 10%, give 10%, live on 80%.

8. Personal Journey & Resilience

• From failing 11th grade to becoming Nelson Mandela’s youth intern and leading a megachurch.
• Quote: “Your revenue is in your reflection.”

9. Church as a Recycling Center

• The church should uplift and transform lives, not just preach.
• Quote: “You can come as you are. Just be clear, you won’t stay as you are.”

🧠 Final Message

Dr. Bryant encourages listeners to recognize their blessings, embrace hard work, and seek transformation. The church should be a hub for education, empowerment, and economic development—not just spiritual guidance.

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