God is STILL in the schools

In the wake of more school shootings and drama, it seems the narrative in areas such as the South always goes back to prayer and God being taken out of public schools.

Wait, wait??? Scratch the record! I didn't know you could take someone omnipresent out of a physical location.

Guess what folks, you can't.

God is everywhere, even when folks try to deny His existence. And yes prayer does make that stronger. But guess what, no one can stop anyone from praying in silence or in private, like the restroom.

So miss me with that talk. If we're talking how far South society and conduct in schools has gotten, you have to start with the parents. The parents have gotten lazier as a whole. Yeah coat of living has risen and many have to work erratic hours to make ends meet.

But you know what, that shouldn't come at the expense of the child and teaching them fundamentals. Parents that work 12 hour shifts on farms and cotton mills still make sure their kids were loved, disciplined properly, and taught respect.

It's lazy parenting. They don't make many parents like those in my mother's generation. These parents want to play superheroes to society while forgetting that they have lives to mold at home. How soon we forget the Mendenez brothers.

So blame Trump, technology, whomever you can with a valid argument.  But best believe, if you're blaming the absence of God, your overall argument is circular at best. Do your research on how the family structure has changed first.

With that, praise God and drop the mic!

The Childish Behavior Towards Childish Gambino

Ever since Donald Glover's newest video went viral and became the newest YouTube watch, people immediately focused on the fact that he's with a Caucasian woman. 

Ok you already know reason #1 why this bothers me. Let's go down the rest.

Now his Childish Gambino character is talented, deep and makes people deep. He is not slamming his own race and saying black women are inferior. What he does in his private life is his own business. These same people who are the "woke police" need to be at Steve Harvey's doorstep. Gambino is genuinely conscious and racially aware.

Also, I'm not cool with excluding anyone based on race. That's where I will get on you myself. This is why I am becoming more of a fan of Gary Owen and less of a fan of Michael Rappaport.  You act as if you're cool with the opposite or same race, but you have an agenda like most others.

People want to hate on Childish Gambino like many others because he made a deep video that made people think. Had he made the usual trash and nonsense, no one would even care and I would not be writing this piece.

Speaking of peace (piece), how about we let this unsung talent have some. He's not fake, unwoke or a coon.  He's deep, talented and loves all people.

How soon we forget what Dr. King died for 50 years ago.

Local Walmart Garden Center Manager and Associate Pastor Proving Once Again It's Never Too Late

This is the time of year where many are graduating from high school and college. More adults are doing so then ever before. The latest to return and accomplish this is Gaffney resident Josh Henderson.

Those that frequent the Gaffney Walmart know his smiling face and awesome personality from the garden center where he has served as manager for years, as well as worked hard for years at this store in other departments.

He is a devout Christian of the Pentacostal faith, currently serving as associate pastor of Victory Life Assembly of God in Cherryville, NC. He is married to Elizabeth Henderson and they have five children.

Henderson appears to have a busy and a full life. However, he dropped out of high school years ago and has made good on his vow to return,  finish earning his required credits and pass the GED exam.

He wanted to go back and get his GED because he has kids who excel in school and he never want them to ask him why he didn’t finish.

Henderson tried several times when adult education was over by Limestone College. He was very inconsistent with it, not giving it much of a chance. Josh had become lazy and immature.

It was very hard balancing work and school. Henderson could only give one hour a day to school, which was his lunch hour. He would go on Wednesday mornings because he was off, but would only hang out for a couple of hours because he wanted to spend time with his family. It never interfered with church. But some days Josh would get so busy at work, it was tough to make it to school.

Now that he's finally overcome those obstacles and passed the test, Henderson feels so accomplished. He shed tears. It was one of the most exciting feelings in the world to know that you put your mind to something and finally achieved it. It’s an exciting feeling that he couldn't wait to tell the world about. Also, Henderson couldn't wait to put on that cap and gown.

His next step is taking online classes through Berean School of the Bible. Henderson's goal is to eventually be pastor of his church after the pastor retires, which may be another 10 years. Jobwise, he is perfectly content with what he does. Josh love running the garden center at Walmart and the hours are good.

Henderson would like to shout out his best friend Ryan Johnson. Ryan inspired and stayed on me forever to go get my GED. Also, his wife, Elizabeth, has supported him 100 percent and was very encouraging as well.

Henderson will be the graduate speaker at his adult education graduation on Thursday, May 24th at 7:30pm. This will bring his journey full circle.

I think we all need encouragement and support when going after our goals. Josh Henderson had this. He owned his shortcomings and never gave up. Now he will be among the many Cherokee County residents to receive his GED and walk across the stage.

Josh has had a good life and the best is yet to come for this kind, Godly man.