The death of Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna, and seven others in a helicopter crash this weekend has caused millions to mourn their loss. Many have questioned how such a thing could have happened and others have revived Kobe's past and weaponized it. Death is something we will all experience and causes us to be more aware of our own mortality and the finality of death. Join Dr. Neal as he discusses this and other topics of the day

Welcome to 2020. Many pastors are facing new difficult challenges that are forcing them to consider their approach to ministry in their personal and professional lives. Join Dr Neal for this and other topics of the day.

Author Monica Hudson joins Dr. Neal to discuss her latest book "The Adornments of Men" published through Hudson Publishing. Her book is an inspirational journey on how to have a closer and growing relationship with God. Join her and Dr. Neal as they discuss the book and other topics of the day.

In a recent social media post, singer Alicia Keys spoke about her son's experience at the nail salon where he stated he wanted his nails painted in rainbow colors. There seems to be a trend of celebrity influencers promoting gender non-conformity to black male children. This construct is contributing to a growing sense of a black identity crisis in the US. Is this a problem for black American boys and if so, what can we do to counter this influence in black communities? Join Dr. Neal as he discusses this and other topics of the day

A few years ago, a young seminary professor in San Francisco felt inspired by musical icon Beyoncé Knowles Carter to produce a worship service around her songs. The result was the Beyoncé Mass which highlighted Beyoncé music along with Biblical scriptures and positive messages. The latest incarnation was recently held in New York City. Should womanist theology reflect the success of contemporary women on par with those in the Christian and Hebrew Scriptures or is this simply modern idolatry. Join Dr. Neal in the discussion of this and other topics of the da

This is a rebroadcast of a show episode that originally aired in October 2014. On this show I discuss the topics of domestic violence, voting and how the church was at one time the responsible entity for ensuring security and protection of children, women, and voting for the members it served. In some capacities this seems to have shifted, but it should still be a priority for the black church.

Last week, Amber Guyger, the former Dallas Police officer was convicted and sentenced for the murder of unarmed Botham Jean in his apartment. Botham's mother addressed the press regarding the issue of correcting the injustices in the legal system, Botham's father said that he loved Amber Guyger, and Botham's brother in his victim impact statement said he forgave her and asked the judge for permission to hug her. The sentencing trial culminated in Judge Tammy Kemp providing comfort and a Bible to Amber Guyger. The acts surrounding this verdict and sentencing have raise controversy from the Freedom From Religion Foundation as well as many black Americans. Join Dr Neal as he discusses this and other topics of the day.

Pastor Robert Jeffress has been the most outspoken Christian supporter of POTUS Donald Trump and his recent remarks on Fox News has brought even more controversy to him and other Evangelical Christians. Also, the United Methodist Church is so divided on the issues of LGBT involvement in ministry of the denomination that it is threatening to split the entire denomination. Join Dr. Neal for this and other topics of discussion

Jerry Falwell Junior president of liberty university has come under scrutiny for behavior I’m likeJerry Falwell Junior president of liberty university has come under scrutiny for behavior unbecoming of his role as a faith leader and university president. Kanye has taken his Sunday service on the road now to new bed new birth Baptist church where Dr. Jamaal Bryant is Pastor it was a stirring , celebrity filled service but many are still unsure as to what to make of it.  Joy talk to Neal h

I read an article in Newsweek magazine that expose the story of a event venue in Mississippi that night the nightI read an article in Newsweek magazine that expose the story of a event venue in Mississippi that Denied a couple access to the video because of their mixed race marriage. Why is it that there are steel Christians in America who are rotating racist thoughts and practices? Jo Dr. Neal for this and other topics of discussion.