Can You Be Gay AND Christian? [Review]

Can You Be Gay AND Christian? [Review]

Desiree M. Mondesir
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Can you be gay and Christian? In days gone by, this would not have even been a question. But in these last days filled with so-called “wisdom,” fights for LGBQT rights, prominent gay politicians and other public figures, gay ministers, and gender neutral educational instruction, the question is here whether it should be or not. Some who are ultra-religious would perhaps scoff at or refuse to touch Can You Be Gay and Christian? by Dr. Michael L. Brown, perhaps until they read the subtitle: Responding with Love & Truth to Questions about Homosexuality. I can honestly say that I am so pleased I’ve read this book. It’s opened my mind and deepened my convictions both at the same time. 

Preachers of L.A., Episode 2: Godly Confrontation, Part II

Preachers of L.A., Episode 2: Godly Confrontation, Part II

Desiree M. Mondesir
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In Part I of my Preacher’s of L.A.’s Episode Two commentary, we addressed the concept of godly confrontation from a biblical standpoint. My summation was the Bishop Ron and First Lady LaVette Gibson did attempt to employ Jesus’ method of conflict resolution, yet were hampered by the lack of accountability and honesty identified in Bishop Noel Jones and Loretta Jones’ relationship. In this piece, we’ll dig a little deeper into the volatile dinner date and further expound on godly confrontation.

How I Fell Prey to Jezebel (How to Identify This Spirit in Your Life) Part II

How I Fell Prey to Jezebel (How to Identify This Spirit in Your Life) Part II

Desiree M. Mondesir
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About a week and a half ago, I posted Part I of How I Fell Prey to Jezebel (How to Identify This Spirit in Your Life) so if you haven't read it yet, please do. I've since read--and completed--Jennifer LeClaire's PHENOMENAL book, The Spiritual Warrior's Guide to Defeating Jezebel and interestingly enough, it confirmed many of the points in both Part I and II of this topic (albeit better articulated with more examples and deeper understanding). If you haven't read it yet, I HIGHLY recommend it and yes, I will be reviewing it for you all shortly. So it is with that great encouragement that I give you Part II of How I Fell Prey to Jezebel! I won't say "enjoy," but I will say LEARN and APPLY what you've learned upon reading this.

How I Fell Prey to Jezebel (How to Identify This Spirit in Your Life) Part I

How I Fell Prey to Jezebel (How to Identify This Spirit in Your Life) Part I

Desiree M. Mondesir
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If you’ve read my post, “Jezebel Was My BFF,” then you know that at one point of my life, I was most certainly in the clutches of Jezebel. Actually, more than once. But the situation shared in that post was the most extensive. However, I want to list some characteristics by which you can identify this spirit working. And YES, Jezebel is a sexless (androgynous) spirit that can operate through men and women; she’s open to whoever will host her. (Although men usually take on the Absalom spirit, at the core, it’s the same thing.) But anyhoo, here we go.

Open Letter to the Producers of Preachers of L.A.

Open Letter to the Producers of Preachers of L.A.

Desiree M. Mondesir
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Dear Producers of Preachers L.A.,

We need to talk. Seriously. First let me say, I AM a fan of the show. I watch avidly and will be conducting a written commentary (NOT a gossip column!) on this season for GospelToday.com for the sake of starting a positive, much-needed dialogue, so stay tuned if you so choose. And while I would not go so far to say that Preachers of L.A. is a “God idea,” it’s certainly a good idea. All this to say, again, I like the show. And I am in your ballpark, really.

Throughout this letter, I will present various points that I feel need to be addressed (as I’m sure many others do as well). Commencing with the Drama King himself, Deitrick Haddon.

Witchcraft & Deliverance Chronicles: Carol Kornacki (The Occult)

Witchcraft & Deliverance Chronicles: Carol Kornacki (The Occult)

Desiree M. Mondesir
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Carol Kornacki has an awesome testimony! I discovered her quite by accident when researching Doreen Irvine and other witchcraft deliverance testimonies on Youtube. 

After a traumatic childhood and a troubled young adult life, Carol became a rogue or solitary witch. But God wasn't done with her and sent her a wonderful saint, planted in the pits of darkness, to find her and call her out into the marvelous light!

Preachers of L.A., Episode 1: Judgment vs. Being Judgmental *Spoiler Alert*

Preachers of L.A., Episode 1: Judgment vs. Being Judgmental *Spoiler Alert*

Desiree M. Mondesir
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Preachers of L.A. is back for Season Two and is already full of action! We’re sharing with you about Episode One: “Judge Not.” In Season One, Gospel singer, Deitrick Haddon, was recovering from his recent divorce, the birth of his first child–out of wedlock, and a speedy engagement. All which had suspect timing and, understandably, tarnished his position as a Christian minister. Midway through the season, he embarked on a secret wedding to his now wife, Dominique. But what they did not reveal until after the public wedding in the season finale was that they were already expecting Baby #2!

This naturally put Pastor Jay Haizlip, the last-minute wedding officiant for the public wedding, in an extremely awkward position which he lovingly confronted Deitrick about in this first episode. Drama ensued.

What Robin Williams Can Teach Us about Depression

What Robin Williams Can Teach Us about Depression

Desiree M. Mondesir
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For decades, Robin Williams was the man that had us all–black and white, saved and unsaved, young and old–laughing. He lifted our spirits, all the while, his own spirit was being crushed beneath the weight of depression. What a tragic paradox! No amount of “R.I.P.s” can make his earthly or eternal death peaceful. From Scripture to Mary K. Baxter’s Divine Revelation of Hell, we know Hell and its ever-burning fire are very real. As the Church, we need to be straightforward about the topic of depression. 

Dragon Lords

Dragon Lords

Desiree M. Mondesir
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If you know me, then you know I love the BBC show, Merlin! I’ve always been a HUGE sucker for almost any version of the Arthurian Legend even if, like Merlin, it barely follows the actual story.

If you follow the BBC classic show (ended all too soon, much to my great sadness!), then you know that Merlin is a Dragon Lord. The gift, passed down to him from his father, allows him to “lord” over dragons and in fact, any being that may be even related to a dragon. And then, I had a revelation!

We, you and I, are called to be Dragon Lords!

Sign My Petition to Help #EndBlackJesus

Sign My Petition to Help #EndBlackJesus

Desiree M. Mondesir
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Have you heard of Black Jesus?

I had, but never knew what it was about and certainly hadn’t seen a trailer–until today. I was prompted to look into it when Gospel singer, Isaac “Ike” Carree called his Facebook followers to call in and boycott the show. Obviously I couldn’t do so just because he asked me to, so I looked it up. I was in no way ready for the utter mockery that ensued. Join me in banning this foolishness today!

Witchcraft & Deliverance Chronicles: Doreen Irvine (The Occult)

Witchcraft & Deliverance Chronicles: Doreen Irvine (The Occult)

Desiree M. Mondesir
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Continuing with our Witchcraft & Deliverance Chronicles, this is the story of Doreen Irvine. Now if you, like me, grew up reading the Rebecca Brown books like He Came to Set the Captives Free, then this woman's story will sound eerily similar. Actually I believe, He Came to Set the Captives Free is "spiritual warfare fiction" meaning that absolutely everything that happens in those books is 200% real and actually happened--just not (entirely) to Dr. Brown and Elaine. And since lovely Doreen had been around for a long time (passed away this year, I believe) it makes sense that the book would be based on her life. 

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