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Family, Parenting and Religion

2015-06-03T13:48:35-06:00

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The Time My Friends Didn’t Like My Song… and They were Right

Last updated on: June 3, 2015 at 1:48 pm By Kirk Franklin

TRUTH: It sets us free. It keeps us out of outfits that don’t go with our body shape. It protects us from dance moves that could ruin our reputation. It puts divorce lawyers out of business, and it strengthens churches and its leaders. Read more

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2015-05-22T08:16:29-06:00

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The Power of “I’m Sorry”

Last updated on: May 22, 2015 at 8:16 am By Kirk Franklin

The price we put on Right is an amount that sometimes is more than we were prepared to pay. Divorce courts are full of “right” people. Families haven’t spoken in decades because of the price we’ve put on being “right.” And if you’re not careful, you could find yourself celebrating your rightness by — yourself. Read more

2015-05-22T08:12:36-06:00

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The Price of Quiet

Last updated on: May 22, 2015 at 8:12 am By Kirk Franklin

Your confusion is a sign of lack of direction. You can’t hear God, so you don’t know where to go. If your days are stuffed with quick satisfactions and temporary getaways, loss will meet you every Monday morning. Read more

2015-05-17T07:14:56-06:00

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How to Know When to Let Go of Your Dream

Last updated on: May 17, 2015 at 7:14 am By Kirk Franklin

It’s hard to let dreams go… I get it. We find value in our dreams because we think its what we’re best at. And we see a part of ourselves in what we dream about being. But chasing and never getting will drive you CRAZY. Read more

2015-05-17T07:10:25-06:00

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Dear Momma

Last updated on: May 17, 2015 at 7:10 am By Kirk Franklin

So momma, we don’t want you to be perfect, just be honest. If you were too young, say it. If you were too selfish, admit it. And if you don’t know the right words to say, just listen. Read more

2015-05-14T20:10:20-06:00

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Man Up

Last updated on: May 14, 2015 at 8:10 pm By Kirk Franklin

With balance, and love connected to them, these can be the two most influential words in the developmental process of a young man. All we’re doing as dads is trying our best to get out our sons’ best as well. Read more

2015-05-08T10:34:13-06:00

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Help

Last updated on: May 8, 2015 at 10:34 am By Kirk Franklin

I just want to feel close; even for a brief moment. To hold hands with people. Different shades of hands. Young hands, wrinkled hands, and do what comes from our soul. Cry… weep.. scream... and maybe.. pray. Read more

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2015-05-14T16:41:05-06:00

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God’s Daughters: Treat His Like You Would Treat Yours

Last updated on: May 14, 2015 at 4:41 pm By Kirk Franklin

If any man would call my daughter a bitch, put his hand on her, or take from her what is only his in marriage, I’d be leading your favorite gospel choir from behind bars with Pookie, a 300 pound alto singing lead to your favorite Kirk Franklin song. Read more

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2015-05-04T11:39:18-06:00

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God Answers Prayers… And Dreams (Meet Baylor’s Newest Cheerleader)

Last updated on: May 4, 2015 at 11:39 am By Kirk Franklin

Whether you’re waiting on doctor’s results, a home loan, or a call back for that dream job, God is not playing with your emotions. Read more

2015-04-23T12:39:53-06:00

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