During the past few months I've spent a significant amount of time challenging us to consider "oneness" in the context of John 17:6-11 and our global society.  We considered "oneness" in the arenas of war, natural disasters, sports and diversity.  From the lens of those societal spectacles, I've sought to introduce or reintroduce concepts like assessment and accounta

Every February is an exciting time for me, but this February has been especially wonderful.  Not only has it been a time of many "firsts" with my loving family, it has also been a time to reflect upon the love of and for my people.  February, which has been coined "Black History Month", has provided me the opportunity to celebrate the legacy of people of African descent

Captivated! Excited! Joyful! Hopeful! All of those words describe my feelings while watching the Super Bowl!  The New Orleans Saints (Who Dat?!!) rose from the brink of what some would call "no man's land" and emerged as the victors over their opponent, the Indianapolis Colts.

My eyes have been overflowing with pain-filled tears while my heart has been buoyed by an abundance of hope.  Just when it seemed like wars against people in places over things would further divide us, we see another type of fragmentation that has been caused by a natural war, or sorts.

"One" is a fascinating and complex word to me. In the disciplines of math, music, science, social science, and theology "one" represents so much more than a number.  "One" represents completion.

Christmas is at hand, and as it nears I am even more excited about the message shared by the arch angel Gabriel.  The message of Jesus' birth was one that captures the essence of this season.  Yes, the acts of giving and receiving gifts prompt a strong sense of anticipation within many of us, but can you imagine the feelings that filled Mary's heart and mind as she pondered on the message o

Recently, I have been thinking quite a bit about the varied vessels that God has used throughout history to guide and provide for the people.  A review of Bible stories has reminded me that God can and will use some interesting objects and people to get a message to the people:  clouds and fire to show guidance; rods and water to provide deliverance; stones and rocks to fight human and sp

Editor's note: We would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest blogger, Dr. Kesslyn A. Brade Stennis. This is her debut blog with Adventist Today.